Arbitration and Mediation in the Age of AI

Arbitration and Mediation in the Age of AI is a one-day conference scheduled for Friday, June 12, 2026, in Boston, Massachusetts. Organized by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and Suffolk University Law School, this event aims to bring together litigators, in-house counsel, arbitrators, mediators, legal technologists, and other professionals to explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on dispute resolution practices.

The conference will delve into real-world applications of AI in arbitration and mediation, focusing on current deployments and their practical implications. Attendees can expect expert-led panel discussions, interactive debates, live demonstrations, and case studies highlighting tools such as the AAA's AI Arbitrator, which evaluates disputes and drafts awards for human review, and the Resolution Simulator, offering non-binding simulated decisions to assist legal teams prior to formal proceedings.

In addition to the main conference, participants are invited to join a hackathon on Saturday, June 13, hosted by AAA-ICDR Institute™, and Suffolk University Law School. This collaborative session will unite law students, technologists, and practitioners to develop solutions at the intersection of AI and dispute resolution, translating conference insights into practical tools and applications.

This event is particularly beneficial for professionals involved in dispute resolution, legal technology, and policy development. It offers a unique opportunity to gain practical insights into AI's role in the field, engage with leading experts, and participate in hands-on sessions designed to address current challenges and opportunities presented by AI in arbitration and mediation.