Emerging Technology in Law

Join the University of Richmond’s Journal of Law & Technology at their Spring Symposium to explore the changes that technology has inspired in the business model of legal practices. Speakers will discuss a variety of topics including how innovations in automation and artificial intelligence technology are transforming the private sector and access to justice, as well as the ethical implications that arise with the implementation of technologies into a legal practice.

Event is free, but registration is required. 4.5 CLE Credits (1 Ethics Credit) approved.

Once registered, you can access the event at this link.

• 9:00 a.m. – Welcome and Opening Remarks | Prof. Joyce Janto
• 9:10 a.m. – Blockchain and the Law | George Geis
• 9:55 a.m. – Artificial Intelligence and Ethics | Tom Spahn
• 10:45 a.m. – Break
• 10:55 a.m. – Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained: Understanding the Technology and Regulatory Issues behind Bitcoin | Andrew Bull
• 11:45 a.m. – How to Vet Tech Providers | Milou Lammers
• 12:20 p.m. – Break
• 12:55 p.m. – Peaks and Valleys of Remote Justice | Renee Danser
• 1:45 p.m. – The Future of Law Post-Pandemic: A Roller Coaster Revolution | Sharon Nelson and John Simek
• 2:20 p.m. – Break
• 2:40 p.m. – Women in Technology Law Panel | Sharon Nelson, Renee Danser, Milou Lammers, Ashley Dobbs, and Veronica Canton
• 3:25 p.m. – Closing Remarks