CPD WEBINAR (1.5 hr)
Beginner's Guide To Legal AI: The Basics
This informative webinar is designed for Canadian lawyers, paralegals and law clerks wanting an introduction to the burgeoning field of generative AI and its potential to change our practices.
Looking for an in-depth technical explanation of generative AI?Sorry, this CPD is not for you.
Our webinar is aimed at professionals new to AI and we promise a jargon-free discussion, focusing solely on real-world applications from newbie users.
No sales pitches, just genuine, first-hand accounts!
Accredited for 1.5 CPD hours by the Law Society of British Columbia and the Law Society of Ontario
What will you learn?
✔️An overview of some available AI tools & hear from lawyers who have tested these tools;
✔️Ethical implementation of AI in your practice, how to avoid pitfalls;
✔️ A first-hand account of discovering “hallucinated” case law from opposing counsel;
✔️Using AI to assist with marketing your law firm, and understanding its strengths & weaknesses;
✔️and more!
Interested in AI? But not sure where to start? Start here with this Webinar
The webinar was filmed live in March 2024 and moderated by Flex Legal’s founder, lawyer Erin Cowling, this engaging fireside chat will feature freelance research lawyer Ellen Vandergrift and legal marketing professional Adrian Taropa.
While Erin, Ellen and Adrian are not AI experts, their keen interest and experiences testing available AI tools and Ellen's involvement in Canada's first court case addressing (opposing!) counsel’s reliance on "hallucinated" case citations, produce and interesting discussion.
Discover how AI can streamline your work, enhance research, assist with marketing & business development, and foster innovation in your practice (while also keeping in mind your professional & ethical duties!)
Bonus Materials:
👍Downloadable list of AI Tools for lawyers
👍 AI & Legal Marketing Handout
👍 Actionable practice tips to enhance your skills today
Professional Development Credits:
✅ Approved for 1.5 hours of CPD credits by:
- Law Society of Ontario
- Law Society of British Columbia
Speaker: Erin Cowling, CEO & Founder of Flex Legal
Erin has always been interested in the art of communication. She loves to read books, articles and attend courses on how to improve her skills.
As a lawyer and now business owner, Erin understands the importance of communicating clearly when growing a successful practice and business.
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