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Transformative Impact of AI on the Legal Profession

by Sandpiper Partners

The "Transformative Impact of AI on the Legal Profession" conference is an annual event organized by Sandpiper Partners, focusing on the evolving role of artificial intelligence within the legal sector. The 2023 edition, held on October 26 at Paul Weiss, was co-chaired by Katherine B. Forrest, Partner at Paul Weiss, and William J. Perlstein, Senior Managing Director at FTI Consulting.

Key topics included the functionality and transformative potential of generative AI tools, as well as strategies for navigating the future of AI amidst a changing regulatory landscape. Panels featured discussions on technical aspects of AI, risk mitigation, and liability implications.

Notable speakers comprised industry leaders such as David K.A. Mordecai, President of Risk Economics; Adam Aft, Partner at Baker McKenzie; Jonathan H. Ashtor, Partner at Paul Weiss; and Rashida Richardson, Senior Counsel for Artificial Intelligence at Mastercard. The event provided ample networking opportunities for legal professionals, technologists, and policymakers.

This conference is ideal for legal practitioners, technologists, and policymakers seeking to understand and adapt to the rapidly changing landscape of AI in the legal profession.

Speakers(9)

Adam Aft

Partner at Baker McKenzie

Adam Aft is a Partner at Baker McKenzie, specializing in technology transactions and data privacy.

Bonnie Jonas

Co-CEO at Pallas Group

Bonnie Jonas is Co-CEO of Pallas Group, providing strategic advisory services on corporate governance and compliance.

David K.A. Mordecai

President and Co-Founder at Risk Economics

David K.A. Mordecai is President and Co-Founder of Risk Economics, Adjunct Professor of Econometrics and Statistics at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, and Visiting Scholar at Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences NYU.

Jonathan H. Ashtor

Partner at Paul Weiss

Jonathan H. Ashtor is a Partner at Paul Weiss, focusing on intellectual property and technology transactions.

Laurence A. Cunningham

Special Counsel at Mayer Brown

Laurence A. Cunningham is Special Counsel at Mayer Brown, focusing on regulatory compliance and enforcement.

Matt A. Kelly

Counsel at Debevoise & Plimpton

Matt A. Kelly is Counsel at Debevoise & Plimpton, advising on corporate governance and regulatory matters.

Rashida Richardson

Senior Counsel for Artificial Intelligence at Mastercard

Rashida Richardson is Senior Counsel for Artificial Intelligence at Mastercard, overseeing AI policy and governance.

Shawn Malhotra

Head of Engineering at Thomson Reuters

Shawn Malhotra is Head of Engineering at Thomson Reuters, leading the development of AI and machine learning solutions.

Sophie Ross

Senior Managing Director at FTI Consulting

Sophie Ross is Senior Managing Director at FTI Consulting, specializing in technology and data analytics.

Event Details

Date
October 26, 2023
Location
🇺🇸 New York, United States
Paul Weiss
Audience
Legal practitioners, technologists, policymakers

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