AI for Lawyers: Obstacles and Opportunities
This course is part of AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates.
This introductory course equips legal professionals with essential knowledge to navigate the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in law. Designed as the first part of the "AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates" specialization, it addresses both the challenges and opportunities that AI presents in legal practice. The course aims to help participants become more comfortable with AI technologies, develop creative approaches to incorporating these tools, and critically evaluate their strengths and weaknesses. Through practical exercises and theoretical discussions, learners will explore how AI can enhance written and visual advocacy while understanding potential pitfalls. The program emphasizes becoming "conspicuously good" at using AI, preparing lawyers for a professional environment where AI literacy is increasingly valuable.
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What you'll learn
How to identify the strengths and limits of various AI tools
How to use AI to enhance your written and visual advocacy
How to avoid common pitfalls when engaging AI as a thought partner
How to evaluate the perspectives of AI critics and AI champions
Strategies for adapting to new AI tools and trends in the legal profession
Skills you'll gain
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0.65 Hours PreRecorded video
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There are 2 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to artificial intelligence applications in the legal profession. The program is structured in two modules that address both theoretical and practical aspects of AI adoption. In the first module, "Conspicuously Good," students learn about the foundational aspects of using AI effectively, including understanding its limitations and risks. They explore concepts like "mechanical sympathy" and consider how AI tools can serve as virtual "interns" in legal practice. The second module, "AI Experimentation," offers hands-on exploration of AI tools with a focus on practical applications and critical evaluation. Students engage in visual advocacy exercises and examine varied perspectives on AI from both champions and critics. Throughout the course, participants develop skills to evaluate AI tools' strengths and weaknesses while learning to incorporate them strategically into legal practice.
Conspicuously Good
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
AI Experimentation
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates
Instructor
Clinical Assistant Professor of Law
Patrick Barry is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Law and the Director of Digital Academic Initiatives at the University of Michigan Law School. He also serves as a visiting lecturer at the University of Chicago Law School and UCLA School of Law. His research interests encompass persuasion, creativity, team dynamics, and the implications of artificial intelligence in legal contexts.Barry has received numerous teaching awards, including the Wayne Booth Prize for Excellence in Teaching and the Provost’s Innovation in Teaching Prize. He is also recognized for his mentorship, having received the Outstanding Research Mentor Award. His contributions to education include creating a series of online courses on platforms like Coursera, focusing on effective communication and feedback in professional settings.An accomplished author, Barry has written 11 books, including Good with Words: Writing and Editing and Feedback Loops: How to Give and Receive High-Quality Feedback. He has been involved in various initiatives, such as Clinnect, a global network aimed at combating human trafficking through legal clinics.Barry holds a J.D. from the University of Chicago, where he was a member of the Law Review, and a Ph.D. in English from the University of Michigan, focusing on the theatrical aspects of Supreme Court confirmation hearings. His diverse background includes experience as an All-American soccer player and a member of the California Bar.In his teaching, Barry emphasizes practical skills for law students, preparing them for effective advocacy in an increasingly complex legal landscape. His courses include "AI for Lawyers" series and "Feedback Loops," which aim to enhance communication skills essential for legal professionals. Through his research and outreach efforts, Patrick Barry continues to influence legal education and practice significantly.
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