Explore the future of AI, law and legal technology with leading experts, innovators, students and industry leaders at Ulster University.

The Centre for Legal Technology (CLT) at Ulster University, in conjunction with the International Future of Law Association (IFLA) and LawTech Ireland, is delighted to bring together two days of discussion, collaboration and innovation exploring the future of AI, legal technology and the law.

The event will bring together students, legal professionals, technologists, policymakers, academics and industry leaders to examine emerging technologies, explore the opportunities and challenges presented by AI, and connect with those shaping the future of legal technology.

DAY 1 — Hackathon

Thursday 5 November | 1:30pm – 4:30pm

An energising and collaborative Hackathon bringing together students and industry teams to tackle AI and legal technology challenges.

Participants will have the opportunity to:

Work collaboratively on AI and legal technology challenges

Exchange ideas with students, professionals and industry

Develop innovative approaches to real-world challenges

Compete for a £500 prize for the winning team

Celebrate with pizza and beer following the Hackathon

See the winning team announced at 5:00pm

Hackathon Teams – Important Information

If you are registering as a Hackathon team, please contact the Centre for Legal Technology (CLT) following registration to confirm your team details and receive further information regarding the Hackathon.

Hackathon teams should contact CLT at clt@ulster.ac.uk with their team name, team members and a nominated team contact.

Further information on the Hackathon, including the challenge, format, timings and practical arrangements, will be provided directly to registered teams.

DAY 2 — Conference Day

Friday 6 November | 9:00am – 5:30pm

The main Conference Day will bring together leading experts, technologists, policymakers and legal professionals to explore the future of law in the age of AI.

The programme will feature:

Keynote speakers

Expert panel discussions

Networking and collaboration opportunities

Discussions on emerging AI and legal technology

Opportunities to connect with academics, industry and legal professionals

Lunch provided

Drinks reception and networking from 4:30pm – 5:30pm

Who should attend?

The event is designed for anyone interested in the intersection of AI, technology and the law, including:

Legal professionals | Lawyers | Students | Academics | Researchers | Technologists | Policymakers | Legal technology professionals | Industry leaders | Innovators

Whether you are already working with AI and legal technology or are interested in understanding what comes next, the event offers an opportunity to learn, connect and contribute to the conversation about the future of legal technology.

Why attend?

Discover emerging developments in AI and legal technology.

Connect with leading professionals, academics and industry experts.

Explore the opportunities and challenges presented by AI in legal practice and decision-making.

Collaborate with others working at the forefront of legal innovation.

Event Sponsors

This event is proudly sponsored by:

Headline Sponsor

Thomson Reuters

Innovation Sponsors

Allstate

Baker McKenzie

StructureFlow

Hackathon Sponsor

IBM

Their support helps bring together the legal, technology, academic and industry communities to explore innovation and shape the future of AI and legal technology.

Event Partners

Hosted by the Centre for Legal Technology, Ulster University, in conjunction with the International Future of Law Association and LawTech Ireland.

Location: Ulster University Belfast Campus

Dates: Thursday 5 & Friday 6 November 2026

Please note that the Hackathon and Conference are separate elements of the programme. Attendee access may vary depending on the ticket selected.

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