LAW-6175 LAW PRACTICE TECHNOLOGY

This course will cover the technological tools of law practice, giving students both an opportunity to use these tools and gain an understanding of their development. Students will explore case management systems, eDiscovery tools, competitive intelligence solutions, artificial intelligence, blockchain, and other rapidly evolving applications and devices confronting the 21st -century attorney. "Hands-on" use of these tools will be emphasized. Students will also explore the issues arising from new technological developments in law practice. These topics include new ethics requirements for more technologically savvy attorneys and the implications of technology on client confidentiality.

Credits

2 to 4