Integrate AI in legal training, universities urged
Universities have been urged to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the training of lawyers as technology continues to reshape the legal profession and the wider economy. Former Chief Justice Dr Willy Mutunga said law schools should embrace emerging technologies and equip students with the skills needed to remain relevant in a rapidly changing professional environment. […] The post…
Universities are being encouraged to incorporate Artificial Intelligence (AI) into legal education, as the legal profession and economy undergo significant changes due to technological advancements. Former Chief Justice Dr Willy Mutunga emphasized the importance of embracing emerging technologies to equip law students with the necessary skills to remain relevant in a rapidly evolving professional landscape.
Although AI has its limitations, Dr Mutunga noted that lawyers could leverage the technology to streamline their work, enhance efficiency, and support tasks that would otherwise be time-consuming. Speaking at Zetech University during the launch of the institution's TechSheria Scholarship programme, Dr Mutunga highlighted the increasing use of AI in legal practice and the need for lawyers to understand and responsibly integrate the technology into their profession.
He shared his personal experience of using AI to draft lengthy articles more efficiently. The School of Law at Zetech University has integrated AI into its curriculum, introducing students to the technology as a tool to support legal research, learning, and professional practice. School of Law Dean Dr Eric Kibet expressed Zetech's commitment to embracing AI rather than resisting its influence on the legal profession.
He emphasized the importance of understanding and responsibly using AI to enhance students' learning without compromising their ability to think independently, analyze legal issues, and develop their professional judgment. The university's TechSheria initiative aims to prepare future lawyers to operate at the intersection of law, technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship while expanding access to quality legal education.
The first TechSheria scholars, who will receive full tuition support for their Bachelor of Laws programme, expressed gratitude for the opportunity and pledged to make the most of their education while returning to their communities to contribute to addressing local challenges.
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