Exploring the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Law: Insights from the Rocky Mountain AI Interest Group Meeting at CU Boulder’s Roser ATLAS Center

The Rocky Mountain AI Interest Group recently hosted a meeting at the Roser ATLAS Center at CU Boulder to discuss the use of artificial intelligence in law. The event featured speakers from both STEM and legal fields, including Michael Drapkin, CEO of Paximal, and technologist Jason Adaska.

Drapkin highlighted the use of AI in cutting down the patent application process, stating that a patent should be filed in five days, not five months. Adaska discussed how AI can help law firms reduce unnecessary workloads and expand access to legal services for people financially.

Tamara Pester Schklar, a trademark attorney, also spoke at the event about the copyright implications of AI-assisted works. She emphasized the importance of keeping up with new technologies in the legal field, especially as intellectual property concerns continue to evolve.

CU Boulder’s Law School has been proactive in bringing awareness to these emerging tools by hosting an AI ethics lecture series. The event most recently debated the use of ChatGPT in the legal profession.

As AI continues to shape the legal landscape, it is crucial for students and professionals to stay informed and adapt to these new technologies. The discussion at the RMAIIG meeting highlighted the potential benefits and challenges of integrating AI into the legal field.

For more information, contact CU Independent Staff Writer Greta Kerkhoff at greta.kerkhoff@colorado.edu.