The Liver Building

AI in Legal Services: Foundations and Future

Details

Speaker: Various

Date: Thursday 27th November, 2025

Time: 16:00 - 18:30

Areas of Law: Management

Venue:
Taylor Wessing,
Edward Pavilion,
Edward Pavilion Royal,
Liverpool,
L3 4AF

Course Code: S4931

Description

This event is aimed at those from SMEs with limited knowledge of how AI might work within their business. You will hear from some North West  industry experts and have the opportunity to  ask questions & network informally.

Programme:

4-4.20                 Registration & refreshments

4.20-4.30           Welcome & introduction

4.30-4.45           AI Foundations /what we know so far? ~ Edmund Chan, Hill Dickinson

4.45 – 5               How it’s already being used within the law ~ Catriona Wolfenden, Weightmans

In this presentation Catriona Wolfenden will reviewing how Gen AI is being used cutting through the hype through real life examples both in the news and the data showcasing real life application.   

5 – 5.15               Benefits of adopting for your firm ~ Olivia Wyld, Taylor Wessing

This presentation explores the benefits of adopting AI in the legal sector through three key lenses; business, clients, and people, highlighting benefits for each perspective can help improve efficiency for your business.

5.15 – 5.30         Data & Regulatory issues ~ Josh Bates

Join us for a practical, four-part deep dive into the risks and responsibilities of using AI in legal practice. We’ll begin by revisiting the UK GDPR through the modern lens of AI, then examine how to manage risks in the supply chain. Next, we’ll explore emerging cyber and operational threats unique to AI, going far beyond traditional hacking. Finally, we’ll bring everything together with a clear look at current SRA expectations and the professional duties you must meet today.

5.30 – 5.45        Shining a Light in the “Black Box” Challenge in Legal Practice: Ethics, Law, and AI ~ Dr. Alison Lui, LJMU

AI systems often make decisions without transparency on how inputs lead to outputs which leads to issues within the legal sector as legal decisions require explainability and accountability. In this thought-provoking presentation Dr Alison Lui explores the ethical and legal challenges this leads to when using AI in the legal sector as well as shining a light on what can be be done to mitigate.

5.45-6.15           Panel discussion & questions

6.15-6.30           Refreshments & networking

Event kindly sponsored by Aabyss.

Aabyss is a dynamic Managed Service Provider dedicated to empowering over 100 organisations with top-tier IT and cybersecurity solutions. With offices in Liverpool and Sheffield, Aabyss focuses on innovation and client satisfaction, ensuring seamless operations and robust security to help businesses thrive in a competitive landscape: a people-first organisation, Aabyss – a brand built on trust.

 

Prices

Member £30
Non-member £45
Training Passport Free
Note: 20% VAT added at checkout