Leading thinkers and change-makers came together at the Global Legal Forum to share insights into the implications and opportunities of rapidly-advancing technology on the legal profession.
Nine law students recently attended the annual Global Legal Forum in The Hague, Netherlands.
Over four days, the theme of “Solutions” encouraged discussions regarding access to justice, alternative and online dispute resolution, as well as ways to address global issues of statelessness and refugee management through the use of law and technology.
Topics such as blockchain and the law, skills for future lawyers, and coding for lawyers were explored through seminars and panel discussions. A key focus of the forum was how students and graduate lawyers will need to adapt to meet technological changes within the legal industry.
Innovative sessions examined the future of legal technology and how Artificial Intelligence can be incorporated into the legal industry. Students had the opportunity to network with law ministers, diplomats, policy makers, lawyers, professors and academics from around the world.
The conference ended with a round table discussion presented by a global panel of practicing lawyers and hiring heads who provided their tips for entering the legal workforce.
Students also visited the International Criminal Court and International Court of Justice, and attended a keynote address from the past president of the UK Law Society.
Cain Varoy, a second year Bachelor of Information Technology/Bachelor of Laws (Honours) student shared his experience.
“The strong international culture of The Hague was absolutely incredible. It’s so important to take advantage of opportunities like this. I now have a deeper insight into the future of the legal industry as well as my role within it,” he said.
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