Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2025

Abstract

Generative Artificial Intelligence is rapidly being integrated into every facet of society, including a growing impact on law schools. It has become abundantly clear that there is a need to develop well-defined governing policies for its use and adoption in legal education. This article offers an introductory analysis of related approaches currently taken in various law schools, exploring the factors influencing these policies and their ethical implication. A comparative review of institutional policies reveals both similarities and unique approaches. Common themes include the need for balance between limited use and outright reliance, as well as the need for transparency and the promotion of academic integrity. Similarly, additional recurring concerns and considerations are explored, such as the potential impact on curricular integration and academic rigor.

Ethical and professional implications surrounding using these tools and platforms in legal education set the stage; delving into the importance of understanding the limitations and risks, a discussion of educating students about the appropriate contexts for using AI as a learning tool is presented. Additionally, the unique role of law school faculty governance in shaping these policies is explored, emphasizing the critical decision-making processes involved in establishing enforceable and implementable guardrails and guidelines. By looking at the focus behind policies across multiple institutions, best practices and approaches begin to emerge. Takeaways include future implications and recommendations for law schools and faculty in effectively governing the emerging use of generative artificial intelligence in legal education. The implications go beyond the walls of academia and impact practicing attorneys significantly. To prepare for this reality, law schools must think carefully about and generate policy approaches in line with universal goals and considerations. This article aims to provide valuable insights and recommendations for prudent governance, ultimately contributing to the ongoing discourse on its responsible and effective use within the legal academic sphere.

Publication Citation

63 U. Louisville L. Rev. 581 (2025).

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