FutureLaw 2019 is the seventh annual conference hosted by CodeX – The Stanford Center for Legal Informatics, focusing on the transformative impact of technology on the legal profession and the law itself. This event brings together a diverse community of academics, entrepreneurs, lawyers, investors, policymakers, and engineers who are at the forefront of legal technology innovation.
The conference covers a wide array of topics, including the rise of free and open-source legal resources, the future of legal education, and the integration of artificial intelligence into regulatory frameworks. Sessions such as "The Rise of Free Law and its Implications" and "The Future of Legal Education" delve into these subjects, providing insights into how technology is reshaping legal practices and education.
Attendees can benefit from networking opportunities during scheduled breaks, including a reception at the end of the day. Notable speakers include Dharmishta Rood, who delivers the opening keynote on "The Future of Community," and David Engstrom, who moderates discussions on the future of legal tech and civil procedure.
This conference is ideal for legal professionals, technologists, educators, and policymakers interested in understanding and influencing the evolving landscape of law and technology. Participants will gain valuable knowledge on current trends, challenges, and opportunities in legal tech, as well as the chance to connect with leading experts and innovators in the field.
Speakers(7)
Adam Ziegler
Director, Library Innovation Lab at Harvard Law School Library
Adam Ziegler is the Director of the Library Innovation Lab at Harvard Law School, home of the Caselaw Access Project, Perma.cc, and H2O. Before joining Harvard Law School, he practiced law for over 10 years and co-founded a legal knowledge startup called Mootus.
Dharmishta Rood
Community Leadership Manager at Singularity University
Dharmishta Rood believes that technology has the capacity to facilitate positive change in the world. At Singularity University, she runs the leadership opportunities within the diverse community. Prior to SU, she worked at Code for America, leading programs for companies, including an Accelerator, an incubator, and an awards program.
Dirk Hartung
Executive Director Legal Technology at Bucerius Law School
Dirk Hartung is the Executive Director of Legal Technology at Bucerius Law School in Hamburg, Germany. He develops the technology education program for the school and hosts their summer program on legal technology and operations. Dirk is a co-founder of the European Legal Tech Association and the Hamburg chapter of Legal Hackers.
Julio Avalos
Chief Business and Strategy Officer at GitHub
Julio Avalos is GitHub’s Chief Strategy Officer, overseeing the Legal, Policy, People, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing, and Communications teams. He focuses on the company's vision and impact in the future of software development, emphasizing artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automation. Prior to GitHub, Julio was Corporate Counsel for Yelp and represented Facebook, specializing in issues at the digital frontier.
Leila Banijamali
Co-Founder & CEO at Symbium
Leila Banijamali is an entrepreneur and technology lawyer based in San Francisco. She founded Bedrock, a technology law firm, and launched Startup Documents to automate the incorporation and legal document process for startups. Leila is also a partner at Battersea angel fund, mentor at Silicon Valley’s Founder Institute, and a regular speaker on entrepreneurship in the legal profession.
Mike Lissner
Executive Director at Free Law Project
Michael Lissner is the executive director of Free Law Project, a non-profit dedicated to making the legal system more competitive and fair. He works with researchers, journalists, individuals, and organizations to improve and interpret the legal system. Prior to starting Free Law Project, Michael was a student at the School of Information at the University of California, Berkeley.
Weixing Shen
Professor and Dean of School of Law at Tsinghua University
SHEN Weixing is Professor and Dean of the School of Law at Tsinghua University, Beijing. He was awarded the “National Outstanding Young Jurist” in 2014. Prof. SHEN’s research interests include civil law, computational law, and health law. He has published 18 books and more than 60 papers.
Event Details
- Date
- April 11, 2019
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Stanford, United States
- Stanford Law School
- Audience
- Legal professionals, technologists, educators, policymakers
- CLE Credits
- 5.5 General Hours
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