In this episode of Bytes of Ingenuity, host Nick Newsom explores the transformative power of Large Language Models (LLMs) in the legal realm with computer science professor and AI expert, Amer Mouawad. As LLMs capture the public's imagination, this discussion delves into how they can revolutionize legal research and elevate legal practice. Amer reveals how LLMs can provide relevant suggestions and efficient assistance to legal professionals, saving them valuable time. The episode also highlights exciting legal AI tools in development, including those that simplify legal jargon for citizens and fact-check public statements for legality. Addressing concerns about data confidentiality, Amer emphasizes the importance of offline LLM hosting to ensure confidentiality. Additionally, he critiques the politicisation of AI development, advocating for open-source models and collaboration between diverse experts to create tools that serve the public good.
01:20 - What are LLMs and how do they work?
02:15 - Grounding LLMs in legal context
05:33 - Legal AI and the future of legal practice
10:56 - Confidentiality and data protection
13:59 - The impact on labour and education
17:22 - Democratizing legal expertise
19:04 - Legal fact-checking and misinformation
20:34 - Digital literacy, AI safety and open-source models
25:00 - The role of the state and data availability
29:04 -The state of AI in the Middle East
33:19 - Blending theory and practices
Further reading
AI's transformative potential for the legal sector
On removing bias from legal LLMs
Legal checking: putting law back at the heart of public debate
Read a full transcript of the episode here.
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