Speaking Engagements October 5, 2024  |  10:30 AM - 12:30 PM ET

Ethical Considerations in the Age of Generative AI

Hilton Norfolk The Main
100 E Main St
Norfolk, VA 23510

Saturday, October 5 • 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET

The panelists will discuss ethical considerations that may arise as local government attorneys use generative AI in the practice of law, and which may impact local governments. Topics will include (1) an introduction to generative AI including associated risks such as fraud, bias, privacy concerns, and plagiarism; (2) relevant AI-related ethics rules, regulations, and opinions, with a focus on Virginia government standards and guidelines; (3) key ethical risks, including confidentiality, competence, bias, transparency, accountability, informed consent, security, and the unauthorized practice of law; (4) secondary sources that discuss the interplay of AI and legal ethics, and (5) strategies to combat these issues in the practice of law. The presentation will also feature a live demonstration that applies AI in creating legal content, highlighting both advantages and pitfalls.