Hot Topics in AI Lawyers Should Know: AI and copyright changes, the AI policy act, and rules of professional conduct in use of AI

Session I - AI and Copyright – Analyzing The Legal Impact of Generative AI Under the Copyright Act - Courtney Sarnow

Generative AI is not only monopolizing the news, but it is legitimately changing how people live and work. With respect to human creativity as expressed in writing, art, music, etc., Generative AI is reshaping not only how we create, but how the law will address this new kind of creativity. Copyright law, which has regulated the protection of creative expression since the founding of the nation, is particularly impacted by these changes. This seminar will address what the current law is with respect to Copyright and AI, what new gaps have developed in Copyright law as a result of the advent of Generative AI, and where the trends are likely to lead us.

Key topics to be discussed:

• Copyright
• Generative AI
• The intersection of Copyright and Generative AI
• Gaps in the Current Law
• Best Practices

Session II - The AI Policy Act – What This Means for Businesses and the Future of AI Regulation in the US – Dhara Shah

Utah was the first to cross the finish line this year in regulating the ever-increasing use of generative AI tools. This discussion will dive into key requirements the Utah AI Policy Act places on businesses, discuss key considerations for businesses integrating the use of AI – whether through internally developed tools or through engagement of AI vendors – and look forward to what is on the horizon for AI regulation in the US.

Key topics to be discussed:

• Generative AI
• Breakdown of Utah’s AI Policy Act
• Key Considerations for Businesses Using AI
• Future of AI Legislation in the US

Session III - Ethical AI in Law: Navigating the Rules of Professional Conduct - Cari L. Sheehan

This seminar aims to prepare legal and business professionals for the intricate ethical terrain that comes with incorporating artificial intelligence into the legal and business sectors. With the rise of AI technologies, attorneys encounter distinct ethical challenges and prospects in maintaining ethical integrity pursuant to Rules of Professional Conduct, particularly the following: (1) Rule 1.1 (Competence), ensuring they possess the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate AI's impact; (2) Rule 1.4 (Communication), guaranteeing clear and thorough communication with clients regarding the implications of AI technologies on their cases or business operations; (3) Rule 1.6 (Confidentiality of Information) is paramount, especially as AI tools might access or process sensitive information; (4) Rule 1.5 (Fees), particularly in the context of charging clients for the use of AI-driven services or solutions; and (5) Rule 8.4 (Misconduct/Baias) regarding actions that are prejudicial to the administration of justice and how AI can produce bias results. This seminar will discuss these Rules of Professional Conduct with live demonstrations and examples.

Key topics to be discussed:

• Discussion of Rules of Professional Conduct 1.1, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, and 8.4.
• Discussion of the proper uses of AI for attorneys in compliance with the Rules of Professional Conduct
• Live demonstrations of ChatGPT and the dangers for attorneys
• Discussion of other concerns regarding AI regarding client use, evidence manipulation, and cybersecurity

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