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Artificial Intelligence and the Judiciary

by School of Law, Queen's University Belfast

The "Artificial Intelligence and the Judiciary" event is a public lecture and seminar organized by the School of Law at Queen's University Belfast. Scheduled for February 27, 2025, at The Northern Ireland Judicial College in the United Kingdom, this event features speakers including Tomas McInerney, Ciarán O'Kelly, and John Morison.

The seminar will explore the integration of artificial intelligence into judicial processes, focusing on the potential for AI to assist or replace human judges. Discussions will critically examine the social and political implications of AI in the courtroom, addressing the feasibility and desirability of algorithmic decision-making in legal contexts.

Attendees will have opportunities to engage with experts in the field, participate in Q&A sessions, and network with peers interested in the intersection of technology and law. The event aims to foster a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in the judiciary.

This seminar is ideal for legal professionals, academics, policymakers, and technologists who are interested in the evolving role of artificial intelligence within the judicial system. Participants will gain valuable insights into the current debates and future directions of AI applications in legal decision-making.

Speakers(3)

Ciarán O'Kelly

Senior Lecturer at Queen's University Belfast

Dr. Ciarán O'Kelly is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Law, Queen's University Belfast, with research interests in corporate governance and legal theory.

John Morison

Professor at Queen's University Belfast

Professor John Morison is a Professor at the School of Law, Queen's University Belfast, focusing on constitutional law, e-government, and the impact of new technologies on the legal profession.

Tomas McInerney

Lecturer at Queen's University Belfast

Dr. Tomas McInerney is a Lecturer at the School of Law, Queen's University Belfast, specializing in the intersection of artificial intelligence and the justice system.

Event Details

Date
February 27, 2025
Location
🇬🇧 Belfast, United Kingdom
The Northern Ireland Judicial College
Audience
Legal professionals, academics, policymakers, technologists