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IBA Annual Conference Copenhagen 2026

4 Oct - 9 Oct 2026

Session information

Using artificial intelligence in the courtroom

Tuesday 6 October (1115 - 1230)

Committee(s)

Judges' Forum (Lead)
Arbitration Committee
Forum for Barristers and Advocates
Litigation Committee
Mediation Committee

Description

The use of AI has become widespread and almost ubiquitous in the community. A number of courts and tribunals have implemented practice directions, striving to balance the advantages of a new technology against the need to observe high ethical standards. Recent cases suggest that both judges and practitioners must be rigorous in the observance of their ethical standards. To what extent do the courts countenance the use of AI? Is it ever appropriate for judges to use AI? Experienced judges and advocates will discuss the proper role for the use of AI in litigation in the higher courts.

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