UC Law San Francisco Launches Artificial Intelligence Certificate Program
LexLab at UC Law SF has launched a new program to help legal professionals understand artificial intelligence risks, regulations, and practical applications.
LexLab, operating within UC Law San Francisco, has established the Law and Artificial Intelligence Certificate Program to prepare legal professionals for the risks, regulations, and real-world applications brought by artificial intelligence.
The Purpose Behind the Program's Creation
With artificial intelligence technology transforming the functioning of law and the services market, AI proficiency has become a fundamental part of professional competence.
Launched last year by the school's practicing executives and experts, the program aims to address the urgent legal questions faced by lawyers.
Lawyers' Need for Technical Competency
Program Director Tal Niv stated that lawyers need more than a superficial understanding of artificial intelligence and must possess the technical fluency to evaluate the limitations of these systems.
The goal is to enable lawyers to use AI tools in their own work without compromising confidentiality, accuracy, and professional judgment.
Well-Attended March Session
The session held in March saw participation from lawyers, startup founders, civil society leaders, and academics from distant regions such as Tokyo and Switzerland.
Participants had the opportunity to receive comprehensive training that balances the transformative potential of the technology with the real risks it harbors.
Industry Leaders Served as Instructors
Twenty instructors from tech giants such as Anthropic, OpenAI, Microsoft, and Meta, as well as leading law firms, taught in the program.
Policymakers and entrepreneurs included in the instructional staff offered participants a rich perspective.
Core Legal Topics Covered
The organized sessions addressed subjects such as intellectual property, product liability, privacy, governance, and the risks involved in using AI tools.
Professionals from various industries gained the opportunity to build a strong foundation in responsible artificial intelligence governance.
The Intersection of Technology and Law
The program also welcomed participants from non-legal fields, enabling the blending of approaches from diverse disciplines.
LexLab Director Drew Amerson stated that this initiative guides students to think critically about technology.