Digitalisation has fundamentally transformed how legal services operate. Cloud-based practice management systems have replaced paper files, enabling remote collaboration and 24/7 client access. Document automation tools now generate contracts in minutes rather than hours, while e-discovery platforms can process millions of documents for litigation. Digital signature solutions have streamlined transaction closings, and client portals provide real-time case updates and billing transparency.

Now, AI is taking this transformation to the next level. Machine learning algorithms are automating contract analysis, identifying risks and opportunities that human reviewers might miss. Natural language processing tools can summarise complex legal documents, predict case outcomes based on historical data, and even draft initial legal briefs. AI-powered compliance monitoring systems continuously scan regulatory changes, alerting firms to potential impacts on their clients. These technologies work alongside legal professionals, enhancing their capabilities and freeing up time for higher-value strategic work and client relationships.

Collaboration between the legal and technology sectors is crucial. Lawyers and tech providers need to understand each other to make informed decisions and fully benefit from new tools. This event will provide a platform to discuss the opportunities and challenges of AI adoption in legal tech, bring the two sectors together, and encourage dialogue and innovation in the field.

Objectives of the session:

  • Foster collaboration and dialogue between the technology and legal sectors
  • Support the tech sector in understanding the challenges, structure, and key stakeholders in the legal tech field
  • Provide a neutral platform to share information, highlight best practices, and showcase successful examples of AI adoption in the legal sector and beyond

What you'll take away:

  • Practical insights into AI implementation strategies
  • Understanding of current market opportunities and gaps
  • Network connections across legal and tech sectors
  • Real-world case studies of successful AI adoption

Details on agenda and speakers will be shared shortly.

Usman Ikhlaq

Usman Ikhlaq

Programme Manager - Artificial Intelligence, techUK

Usman joined techUK in January 2024 as Programme Manager for Artificial Intelligence. 

He leads techUK’s AI Adoption programme, supporting members of all sizes and sectors in adopting AI at scale. His work involves identifying barriers to adoption, exploring solutions, and helping to unlock AI’s transformative potential, particularly its benefits for people, the economy, society, and the planet. He is also committed to advancing the UK’s AI sector and ensuring the UK remains a global leader in AI by working closely with techUK members, the UK Government, regulators, and devolved and local authorities.

Since joining techUK, Usman has delivered a regular drumbeat of activity to engage members and advance techUK's AI programme. This has included two campaign weeks, the creation of the AI Adoption Hub (now the AI Hub), the AI Leader's Event Series, the Putting AI into Action webinar series and the Industrial AI sprint campaign. 

Before joining techUK, Usman worked as a policy, regulatory and government/public affairs professional in the advertising sector. He has also worked in sales, marketing, and FinTech. 

Usman holds an MSc from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), a GDL and LLB from BPP Law School, and a BA from Queen Mary University of London. 

When he isn’t working, Usman enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He also has a keen interest in running, reading and travelling.

Email:
[email protected]
LinkedIn:
https://uk.linkedin.com/in/usman-ikhlaq,https://uk.linkedin.com/in/usman-ikhlaq

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Cinzia Miatto

Cinzia Miatto

Programme Manager - Justice & Emergency Services, techUK

Cinzia joined techUK in August 2023 as the Justice and Emergency Services (JES) Programme Manager.

The JES programme represents suppliers, championing their interests in the blue light and criminal justice markets, whether they are established entities or newcomers seeking to establish their presence.

Prior to joining techUK, Cinzia worked in the third and public sectors, managing projects related to international trade and social inclusion.

Email:
[email protected]

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