Legal Tech and the Digital Transformation of Law from Coursera

The digital revolution changed the way we communicate and trade. Now, it is coming into the world of law.

This program will give you a broad overview of the main trends that are affecting the legal industry:

- The birth of the legal tech market and the application of technology in law.

- The role of artificial intelligence in the automation of the work of lawyers.

- Blockchain technology and its impact on the way we sign and execute contracts.

- Initiatives to ensure access to justice through virtual courts and robot judges.

The program is aimed at lawyers, notaries, officials, executives, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to know the main technological and business trends that are impacting the legal world.

The world of law will undergo greater changes in the next 20 years than in the last 200. The program will give you the necessary tools to be the protagonist of this transformation.

Your opportunity to become a digital lawyer.

The videos in the course are in spanish and have subtitles in english, so you can follow what the instructor is saying without any problem

What's inside

Syllabus

Module 1: Law in the Context of the Digital Revolution.

Lawyers are used to developing their profession in a stable and predictable industry. But this is changing. This module reviews the main technological and economic trends that are affecting the legal services industry and presents a brief history of the birth of legal tech. As was the case before in other areas, the forces of the digital revolution are reaching the world of law.

Module 2. The Disruption of Artificial Intelligence in Law.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is already part of our lives in GPS navigation systems, facial recognition, and content recommendation engines. In this module, you will learn how the legal industry is also being transformed by this technology. You will learn about companies using AI in areas such as legal research, document drafting, and even for predicting the outcome of trials. Finally, you will reflect on the opportunities, threats, and ethical dilemmas that arise in the use of robots as lawyers and judges.

Module 3. Blockchain Disruption in Law.

In general, blockchain is known for being the technology on which cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are based. But its potential goes far beyond finance. In this module, you will study how blockchain can be a formidable tool for the transformation of contract, commercial, and intellectual property law. You will learn how this technology can disrupt notaries in certification activities. Also, you will know the concept of smart contracts, self-enforcing agreements, can enhance the transparency and efficiency of the legal system.

Module 4. Innovation for Access to Justice.

The United Nations considers access to justice as a basic human right. However, every year, more than 420 million cases remain unsolved. In this module, you will explore the challenges of access to justice in a context where an increasing share of trade, labor, and investment occur online and in global markets. You will know the initiatives developed by public and private actors for online dispute resolution and the construction of virtual courts.

Module 5. Your Transformation into a Digital Lawyer.

Now that you know the main market trends and technologies that affect the future of law, it is time for you to find your place in the new context. This module will provide you with a series of tools and conceptual frameworks to reinvent your career in the context of the digital transformation of the legal industry.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Develops an awareness of technology's applications for the business of law firms as well as legal clients

Develops a professional network of legal peers and like-minded individuals

Taught by instructors that have a solid reputation within the legal and business fields

May be too surface level for those who seek to build expertise or specialize in a particular area of law

Reviews summary

Insightful legal tech overview

Learners say this course on Legal Tech is an insightful overview of the field, especially for law students. Students found the course to be enriching and inspiring. Many felt that the course blended legal and tech elements successfully, and provided a global perspective on the topic. However, some students found the course to be outdated and lacking academic rigor.

Covers legal tech trends worldwide.

"great global view"

Students experienced technical issues with external links and accessing the exercise test.

"I was reporting technical problems on the Medium website as I was unable to open any link to this site, as a result, I missed all articles throughout the course and no one responded to me and the problem remains."

"Now I am trying to log into the exercise test but as usual, it's not working and the page is not available."

Relies on external articles, some of which may be outdated.

"Pretty much consisted of links to external articles, most of which were a few years old, so potentially out of date."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Legal Tech and the Digital Transformation of Law with these activities:

Review Legal Terminology

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Review class materials
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Create your own glossary

Identify and Apply Core Legal Principles

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Being able to identify and apply legal principles is essential for any legal professional. This review will allow you to dive deeper in the legal material

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Review your notes
Practice applying principles to real-world scenarios
Take a practice quiz

Join a Study Group

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Find a group that works for you
Attend the study group meetings
Participate in the discussions

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Learn About Legal Technology

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Legal technology is rapidly changing the legal field. Stay ahead of the curve by learning about the latest tools and trends

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Watch a tutorial on legal technology
Read an article about legal technology
Experiment with a legal technology tool

Practice Legal Analysis and Reasoning

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Analyze a legal case
Write a legal memo
Participate in a mock trial

Develop a Legal Research Strategy

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Identify your research topic
Choose the right sources
Use effective search terms
Evaluate your results

Attend a Legal Conference

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Find a conference that interests you
Register for the conference
Attend the conference sessions
Network with other attendees

Mentor a Law Student

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Find a mentee
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Career center

Learners who complete Legal Tech and the Digital Transformation of Law will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Legal Technology Specialist

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Legal Operations Manager

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Legal Innovation Manager

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Artificial Intelligence Lawyer

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Blockchain Lawyer

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Online Dispute Resolution Specialist

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Lawyer

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Legal Researcher

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