Vanderbilt University

Generative AI for Legal Services Primer

Vanderbilt University

Generative AI for Legal Services Primer

Mark Williams

Instructor: Mark Williams

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4 hours to complete
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

68 reviews

Beginner level
No prior experience required
4 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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This module introduces the fundamentals of Generative AI, including how it works, the mindset needed to work effectively with AI tools, and their emerging applications in legal practice. Learners will explore key opportunities, limitations, ethical considerations, and the potential of AI to augment legal work while developing an understanding of the rapid pace of change in this field.

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5 videos1 reading2 assignments

In this module, you will move from understanding generative AI to using it effectively. You will learn foundational prompting techniques, including persona prompts, few-shot prompting, and flipped interaction prompts, and explore how these strategies can improve the quality and usefulness of AI-generated outputs. You will also examine the types of tasks large language models perform well—and where they continue to have limitations. Through legal-specific examples and hands-on practice, you will develop the skills needed to use generative AI as a practical tool for drafting, analysis, brainstorming, and other legal workflows while maintaining appropriate professional judgment.

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6 videos1 reading1 assignment

In this module, you will examine the broader implications of generative AI for the legal profession. You will explore lawyers' ethical and professional responsibilities when using AI, including issues of competence, confidentiality, supervision, and responsible use. The module also considers how AI is reshaping legal practice, the role of enterprise and legal-specific AI tools, and the continued importance of legal research databases. Finally, you will evaluate common questions about the future of legal work, including whether AI will replace lawyers, and consider emerging trends that are likely to shape the next generation of legal services.

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