Is this relevant for in-house legal teams or law firms only?

It applies to both. The curriculum supports law firms, in-house counsel, compliance operations, and legal support services.

What kind of tasks can AI automate in legal workflows?

Contract review, research summaries, due diligence, compliance checks, risk alerts, and basic drafting support.

Will I learn how to evaluate AI-generated legal output for errors?

Yes. The course teaches validation techniques, accuracy checks, and ethical safeguards.

Does this course cover privacy, data protection, and governance?

Yes. It includes modules on legal frameworks, ethical use, AI governance, and privacy impacts.

Are the tools free or paid?

Tools vary. Some offer free tiers; others are premium. The course shows both options and where they’re best applied.

Is programming or machine learning experience required?

No. Concepts are taught in a legal-first, non-technical way. Optional advanced sections are available for deeper learning.

Can this help me transition into AI-focused legal roles?

Yes. It supports roles in compliance, data privacy, contract AI ops, legal research, and technology-led practices.

Will I be able to apply this to real cases and documents?

Yes. Simulations and hands-on exercises mirror real research, drafting, and review scenarios.

Is this suitable for students or early-career professionals?

Absolutely. It builds foundational literacy and tool confidence to stand out in modern legal environments.

What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?

When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

AI for Legal Professionals

AI for Legal Professionals

Instructor: AI CERTs Team

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8 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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2 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

8 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

AI Legal Research & Insights: Use AI to speed up case research, precedents, and argument prep.
Contract Review & Automation: Automate redlining, clause analysis, summaries, and risk checks.
Compliance, Privacy & Governance: Apply AI responsibly within legal, ethical, and regulatory boundaries.
AI Tools for Legal Workflows: Use ChatGPT, Humata AI, Amto AI & AI Lawyer for drafting and due diligence.

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There are 8 modules in this course

AI for Legal Professionals is designed for lawyers, paralegals, compliance teams, and legal operations professionals who want to confidently use AI in research, documentation, case analysis, and regulatory compliance. This program bridges the gap between legal expertise and modern AI tools - helping you work faster, reduce manual workload, and improve decision-making accuracy.

You’ll learn how AI supports contract review, due diligence, discovery, case prediction, and precedent research while maintaining ethical and regulatory standards. The course covers practical use cases like AI-powered drafting, privacy compliance, legal risk assessment, and operational automation in corporate law, litigation, and intellectual property environments. With hands-on guidance and real-world simulations, you’ll apply tools such as ChatGPT, Humata AI, Amto AI, and AI Lawyer to streamline workflows, analyze documents, build legal insights, and navigate emerging regulations. Ethical frameworks and responsible AI usage are integrated throughout to ensure trust, transparency, and compliance. By the end, you’ll be ready to deploy AI in legal settings confidently - enhancing productivity, reducing errors, and delivering higher-value outcomes for clients and organizations.

This module covers a quick summary of what the certification is going to cover from start to finish. Here is the brief about the structure of the overall certification: Each of our certifications follows a consistent, multimodal structure to provide a flexible learning experience. The content is available across four formats: eBooks: In-depth written material for focused learning. Audiobooks: Audio version of the eBook, perfect for learning on the go. Podcasts: Engaging audio content to reinforce key concepts. Videos: Modular video chunks, each covering a specific topic. The names of the eBooks, Audiobooks, and Podcasts are the same, ensuring you can seamlessly switch between formats without losing track of the content. Videos are divided into bite-sized modules for easier consumption, and all content across these mediums is consistent, so no matter which format you choose, the information remains the same. This gives you the freedom to learn in the way that works best for you.

What's included

13 videos1 assignment1 plugin

13 videos Total 115 minutes

Audiobook: Course Introduction 6 minutes
Course Introduction 6 minutes
Audiobook 1: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its implications for Law 34 minutes
Podcast 1: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence(AI) and Its Implications for Law 21 minutes
1.1 World of Artificial Intelligence: Concepts, Applications, and Impact 3 minutes
1.2 Components of AI, Machine Learning, NLP, etc 4 minutes
1.3 AI Milestones and Historical Impact 4 minutes
1.4 Current AI Applications in Law 4 minutes
1.5 Case Studies: How AI is Transforming Legal Work 6 minutes
1.6 AI's Potential Future in Legal Practice 6 minutes
1.7 How AI Works: An Overview 6 minutes
1.8 Key Technologies Behind AI in Law 7 minutes
1.9 Introduction to Algorithms and Data in AI 6 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 1 30 minutes

1 plugin Total 15 minutes

Module 1: Introduction to AI and Its Implications for Law 15 minutes

What's included

10 videos1 assignment1 plugin

10 videos Total 99 minutes

Audiobook 2: Machine Learning Fundamentals for Lawyers 33 minutes
Podcast 2: Machine Learning Fundamentals for Lawyers 18 minutes
2.1 Supervised vs. Unsupervised Learning 5 minutes
2.2 Algorithms and Models in ML 6 minutes
2.3 ML Process Flow: From Data to Decision 6 minutes
2.4 Document Classification and Management 7 minutes
2.5 Predictive Modeling in Legal Outcomes 7 minutes
2.6 Machine Learning for Legal Analytics 7 minutes
2.7 Overview of Legal ML Tools 7 minutes
2.8 Evaluating ML Tools for Legal Use 6 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 2 30 minutes

1 plugin Total 15 minutes

Module 2: Machine Learning Fundamentals for Lawyers 15 minutes

What's included

11 videos1 assignment1 plugin

11 videos Total 124 minutes

Audiobook 3: Natural Language Processing in Legal Research 35 minutes
Podcast 3: Natural Language Processing in Legal Research 40 minutes
3.1 Understanding NLP and Its Components 6 minutes
3.2 NLP Techniques and Algorithms 6 minutes
3.3 Text Analysis and Interpretation 6 minutes
3.4 Legal Document Analysis 6 minutes
3.5 Contract Review and Summarization 5 minutes
3.6 Legal Research and Information Retrieval 5 minutes
3.7 Semantic Analysis in Legal Documents 6 minutes
3.8 NLP for Evidence Discovery 5 minutes
3.9 Future Trends in Legal NLP Technologies 5 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 3 30 minutes

1 plugin Total 15 minutes

Module 3: Natural Language Processing in Legal Research 15 minutes

What's included

11 videos1 assignment1 plugin

11 videos Total 126 minutes

Audiobook 4: AI in Contract Review and Management 39 minutes
Podcast 4: AI in Contract Review and Management 40 minutes
4.1 AI in Contract Drafting 5 minutes
4.2 Contract Review Automation 6 minutes
4.3 Risk and Compliance Analysis 6 minutes
4.4 Overview of Contract Management Tools 6 minutes
4.5 Features and Capabilities of AI Contract Tools 5 minutes
4.6 Integrating AI into Contract Lifecycle Management 5 minutes
4.7 Case Studies on AI-enhanced Contract Management 6 minutes
4.8 Workshop: Using AI Tools for Contract Analysis 5 minutes
4.9 Best Practices for AI in Contract Management 4 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 4 30 minutes

1 plugin Total 15 minutes

Module 4: Shape AI in Contract Review and Management 15 minutes

What's included

11 videos1 assignment1 plugin

11 videos Total 102 minutes

Audiobook 5: Predictive Analytics in Legal Decision Making 37 minutes
Podcast 5: Predictive Analytics in Legal Decision Making 22 minutes
5.1 Basics of Predictive Analytics 5 minutes
5.2 Predictive Models and Their Application 5 minutes
5.3 Data Sources for Predictive Analytics 5 minutes
5.4 Litigation Outcome Predictions 5 minutes
5.5 Predictive Analytics for Legal Strategy 5 minutes
5.6 Risk Assessment and Management 4 minutes
5.7 Tools and Technologies for Legal Predictions 5 minutes
5.8 Case Study: Success Stories and Lessons Learned 4 minutes
5.9 Ethical Considerations and Bias Mitigation 5 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 5 30 minutes

1 plugin Total 15 minutes

Module 5: Predictive Analytics in Legal Decision-Making 15 minutes

What's included

11 videos1 assignment1 plugin

11 videos Total 127 minutes

Audiobook 6: Ethical and Privacy Considerations of AI in Law 50 minutes
Podcast 6: Ethical and Privacy Considerations of AI in Law 33 minutes
6.1 Ethical Principles for AI Use in Law 4 minutes
6.2 Bias and Fairness in AI Systems 4 minutes
6.3 Transparency and Accountability in AI 5 minutes
6.4 Data Privacy Laws and AI 6 minutes
6.5 AI and Client Confidentiality 4 minutes
6.6 Secure AI Practices in Legal Work 5 minutes
6.7 Global AI Regulations and Their Impact on Law 5 minutes
6.8 Compliance with AI Legal Standards 5 minutes
6.9 Future Regulatory Trends Affecting AI in Law 6 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 6 30 minutes

1 plugin Total 15 minutes

Module 6: Ethical and Privacy Considerations of AI in Law 15 minutes

What's included

11 videos1 assignment1 plugin

11 videos Total 116 minutes

Audiobook 7: Legal and Regulatory Framework for AI 42 minutes
Podcast 7: Legal and Regulatory Framework for AI 25 minutes
7.1 Introduction to the Regulatory Landscape 5 minutes
7.2 Liability Issues in AI Applications 6 minutes
7.3 International AI Governance 5 minutes
7.4 Principles for AI Regulation in Law 5 minutes
7.5 Stakeholder Roles in AI Governance in Law 4 minutes
7.6 Case Studies on AI Law and Policy 6 minutes
7.7 Legal Ethics in the Age of AI 6 minutes
7.8 The Lawyer’s Role in Shaping AI Policy 6 minutes
7.9 Preparing for Future AI Legal Challenges 6 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 7 30 minutes

1 plugin Total 15 minutes

Module 7: Legal and Regulatory Framework for AI 15 minutes

What's included

12 videos1 assignment1 plugin

12 videos Total 148 minutes

Audiobook 8: Implementing AI in Legal Practices 61 minutes
Podcast 8: Implementing AI in Legal Practices 30 minutes
8.1 Assessing AI Readiness 6 minutes
8.2 Building an AI Implementation Plan in Legal Practices 7 minutes
8.3 Change Management for AI Adoption 5 minutes
8.4 Success Stories of AI Implementation 5 minutes
8.5 Lessons Learned from AI Integration 5 minutes
8.6 Evaluating AI Impact on Legal Services 6 minutes
8.7 Emerging AI Technologies for Law 5 minutes
8.8 Developing AI Competencies in Legal Teams 6 minutes
8.9 Ethical AI Use and Continuous Learning 5 minutes
Course Summary 6 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Quiz 8 30 minutes

1 plugin Total 15 minutes

Module 8: Implementing AI in Legal Practices 15 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

No. A foundational understanding of legal concepts is enough - no coding or advanced tech skills required.

The course is practical. You’ll work with tools like ChatGPT, Humata AI, Amto AI, and AI Lawyer for real legal tasks.

No - fAI augments legal work. It improves research, drafting, compliance, and accuracy, but final decisions require human judgment.

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.