The Future of Law in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

The technology of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is redefining the legal landscape. From automating routine processes to enabling smarter decision-making, AI is transforming how legal professionals work, manage information, and serve clients.

1. Artificial Intelligence and Automatio:

Legal Research:  AI-powered tools can scan and analyze enormous databases of case law, statutes, and legal commentary within minutes. They not only locate relevant precedents but also summarize insights, far surpassing traditional manual research.

• Document Review & E-Discovery: Intelligent software can swiftly review thousands of documents for litigation and due diligence, pinpointing crucial facts, risks, and compliance issues with greater precision and speed.
• Drafting & Documentation: Generative AI systems now assist in creating first drafts of contracts, pleadings, and agreements using pre-set templates, significantly cutting drafting time.
• Predictive Analytics:
  Machine learning models evaluate past case data to forecast possible outcomes and guide lawyers in building stronger strategies.

2. Efficiency & Practice Management:

• Practice Management Software:
  These tools automate scheduling, billing, and case tracking, minimizing errors and freeing lawyers to focus on substantive legal work.
• Cloud Computing:
  Secure, cloud-based systems enable seamless collaboration and access to files from anywhere, supporting hybrid and remote work environments.

3. Client Engagement & Accessibility:

• Virtual Law Practice:
  Video conferencing and encrypted client portals have made virtual legal services secure, convenient, and widely accessible.
• AI Chatbots:
  Chatbots and virtual assistants manage basic client interactions — answering FAQs, scheduling consultations, and providing updates — improving response time and engagement.
• Online Dispute Resolution (ODR):
  Digital ODR platforms offer efficient, affordable alternatives to in-person court hearings, expanding access to justice.

💡 Opportunities and Challenges Ahead

Opportunities

• Focus on Higher-Value Work:Automation relieves lawyers from repetitive tasks, allowing them to concentrate on strategic advice, negotiation, and client advocacy.
• Innovative Service Models:
  With increased efficiency and lower overhead, law firms can adopt flexible billing structures and deliver more value to clients.
• Emergence of New Legal Roles:
  The rise of “legal technologists” and “AI-fluent lawyers” marks a new era, where skills in data analytics, AI tools, and prompt engineering are highly rewarding .

Challenges

• Ethical and Privacy Concerns:
  AI introduces new ethical questions around data protection, confidentiality, algorithmic bias, and the reliability of machine-generated content.
• Regulatory Adaptation:
  Legal systems must evolve to address the implications of AI, including intellectual property issues and professional conduct responsibilities.
• Workforce Transformation:
  Junior roles are shifting from routine document work to more analytical and tech-driven functions, demanding re-skilling and updated legal education models.

Adapting to the New Legal Frontier

Lawyers and firms that embrace adaptability, technological fluency, and ethical responsibility will lead the profession into its next chapter — one where human judgment and artificial intelligence work hand in hand to deliver smarter, faster, and fairer legal outcomes.

Quantum Advantage with Willow Chip.

Google Claims Quantum Advantage with 'Willow' Chip

Google CEO Sundar Pichai announced a major breakthrough in quantum computing via a post on X (formerly Twitter): the company's 'Willow' chip has achieved the world's first verifiable quantum advantage.

Pichai stated that the Willow chip executed a highly complex algorithm 13,000 times faster than the top classical algorithm running on one of the world's fastest supercomputers.

The announcement quickly gained traction, with Tesla CEO Elon Musk responding with congratulations and noting, "Looks like quantum computing is becoming relevant” 

The Breakthrough: Quantum Echoes :The research, detailed in the journal Nature, involved running a new algorithm called

Quantum Echoes. This algorithm can model interactions between atoms in a molecule using nuclear magnetic resonance.

This development holds significant potential for real-world applications, particularly in drug discovery and materials science.

Crucially, the results are verifiable, meaning other quantum systems can reproduce them or they can be validated using experimental methods, which strengthens the claim of true quantum advantage.

Updated IT Rules for Illegal Contents effective 15th Nov 2025

Updated IT Rules provide Clearer & Fairer Content Takedowns.

The Government of India has revised the IT Rules, 2021, which dictate how online platforms, including social media companies, must handle requests to remove unlawful content. These changes will take effect on November 15, 2025.

Key Improvements to the Takedown Process

The updated rules introduce three significant enhancements designed to improve transparency and accountability: 

1. Senior-Level Approval:

Any directive for an online platform to remove content must now be

approved by a senior government officer

2. Clarity and Specificity:

Takedown orders must

clearly explain why the content is considered unlawful and precisely identify the post that needs to be removed, eliminating vague or arbitrary requests.

3. Monthly Review:

The government commits to a

monthly review of all content removal directions to ensure they are being used fairly and responsibly

Goal: Stronger Online Governance

These amendments aim to build public trust in India's management of harmful or illegal online content by making regulatory decisions clearer and reducing the potential for misuse. By strengtheningtransparency, accountability, and review , the government is working to maintain asafer digital environment—especially against misinformation, fraud, and threats to public order—while upholding principles of fairness and due process.

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3rd Extra-Mural Lecture organised by MANUU Law School on " Challenges of Social Integration of Minorities " In Multi-Cultural Societies : Policies, Practices, and Implications-Delivered by Prof.Ibrahim Alladin former Professor of Sociology, Alberta University Canada

 

“Social Integration of Minorities is  Key to Prosperity and Stability of any Nation,” Says Prof. Ibrahim Alladin

Hyderabad, January 23, 2025:

The third Extra-Mural Lecture at Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) shed light on a critical global issue، the “Challenges of Social Integration of Minorities in Multicultural Societies: Policies, Practices and Implications”. The lecture, organized jointly by the MANUU Law School and the Department of Sociology, was delivered by Prof. Ibrahim Alladin, a renowned academic and former Professor at the University of Alberta, Canada،  currently serving as a Visiting Professor at the Department of Sociology MANUU. Prof. Alladin shared insights into the historical, political, and social challenges faced by minority communities worldwide.

Speaking at the Moot Court Hall of MANUU Law School, Prof. Alladin traced the emergence of minorities to major historical events such as colonization, migration, slavery, indentured labor, and world wars. He explained that minorities often arise in two distinct contexts: one where external populations outnumber and dominate indigenous communities, and the other where historical displacements create minority groups in new lands.

Highlighting the global relevance of the issue, Prof. Alladin noted, “The integration of minorities is not an issue restricted to any particular society but is a global challenge. The social inclusion of minorities is essential for the stability and prosperity of nations.”

Drawing comparisons between multicultural societies, he stressed that countries like India having a vast diversity and legacy of multicultural societal fabrics can not afford to the social integration of the minorities through the segregation of France or assimilation of USA rather the approach in India lies in the model of accommodation, based on the mutual respect of the communities similar to Canada, He  stressed that understanding the unique experiences of minorities is important for cultivating harmonious  social relationships to strengthen the social  fabric in a multicultural framework like India

Prof. Alladin also addressed the role of international organizations in advocating for policies that protect minority rights and ensure their full participation in society.

 In his chair remarks Prof. Tabrez Ahmad highlighted the strong secular values embedded in India’s Constitution, which stands for unity in diversity. He pointed out that the legal framework of India is built on the idea of multiculturalism and ensures respect for the rights of religious, linguistic, and minority groups, especially through Articles 29 and 30. The establishment of Aligarh Muslim University and Maulana Azad National Urdu University are key examples of how India supports religion and the linguistic minority community in India.

"In his introductory remarks, Dr. Hilal Ahmad drew the audience's attention to the issues faced by India as a diverse and multicultural society. He drew attention to the fact that India already has legal and constitutional provisions for integrating its diverse communities. However, he raised the crucial question of what the practical models for social integration should look like in the Indian context."

The event saw enthusiastic participation from students of law as well as research scholars and faculty from across the university.

Prof. Alladin’s lecture provided engaging and thought-provoking settings leaving the audience with an understanding of policies to address the challenges faced by minorities in a globalized world.

The lecture was chaired by Prof. Tabrez Ahmad, Dean and Head of MANUU Law School. Dr. K.M. Ziyauddin, Head of the Department of Sociology, welcomed the audience, while Dr. Hilal Ahmad from the Department of Sociology coordinated the event. Dr. Tausif Ur Rahman,Asstt. Professor of Law delivered the vote of thanks.

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A Tribute to Swami Vivekananda

On the Birth Anniversary of Swami Vivekananda we are providing our tribute by sharing his one of the famous teachings.

Last Date for Abstract Submission Extended till 30th January-Conference on Law & Technology,( ICLT-2025), to be held on 25th Feb 2025 in a Hybrid Mode.Hurry-up!

 The MANUU Law School, Maulana Azad National Urdu University, Hyderabad, India, is organising an International Conference on Law & Technology,( ICLT-2025) on 25th February 2025 in a hybrid mode. 

The Law & Technology have an intricate relationship and are now highly connected. Technology has contributed to our advancement, creativity, & evolution from the development of the wheel to the contemporary discoveries of artificial intelligence. The way we live, work, and interact is being completely transformed by new technologies. To successfully negotiate the challenges of the digital age and guarantee a peaceful coexistence that benefits society as a whole, the conference seeks to promote a symbiotic relationship between law & technology by creating fruitful dialogues on the following topics.

1. Artificial Intelligence and Law

 2. Cyber Security and Law

3. Digital Media and Law

4. National Security and Law

5. Forensic Law and Technology

6. Intellectual Property Rights and Technology

7. International Trade, Law and Technology

8. Law Governing Virtual Currency

9. Laws Relating to Robotics

10. Regulation of Blockchain Technology

11. Regulatory framework for FINTECH

12. Bigdata and Law

13. Digital Medicines and Law

14. Drone Technology, National Security and Law,

15. Food Processing Technology and Law

16. Law and Internet of Things

Important Dates:
Last date for abstract submission: 30/01/2025
Acceptance of abstract: 30/01/2025
Last date to register: 30/01/2025
Last date for full paper submission: 15/02/2025
Date of Conference: 25/2/2025
Mode: Hybrid
Publication Opportunity: Abstracts will be published in Conference proceedings with ISBN Number.
Selected good papers will be published in Springer/Scopus indexed book.
Submit your abstract and full paper to iclt.law@manuu.edu.in

 For further details, please refer to the attached conference brochure.
Registration link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfgyCBHjdUTIbUAbnQezpzDvkwZK0RdPZG4s0BSvbcGr5n3ew/viewform

Let's come together and make a significant impact on the Law and Technology!!!

We feel immense pleasure to invite your faculty members and students to present a paper and participate in the conference.

We have attached the conference brochure for your kind perusal and sharing among the potential; faculty and students to register for the conference. Needless to mention the Abstracts will be Published in Conference proceedings with an ISBN number, and Selected Papers will be published in Springer/Scopus indexed Journal.