Founded in 2023, the AI Law Association at UCLA is dedicated to understanding and shaping the role of AI in legal contexts. Our members include students, academics, and professionals passionate about the intersection of technology and law

Mission:

The AI Law Association (AILA) is determined to position UCLA Law as a standard-bearer for AI-forward legal education and to foster broader discussions about the relevance of AI in myriad areas of law and policy. AILA is dedicated to empowering a community of law students, legal professionals, and all levels of academic researchers to become leaders in this rapidly evolving field. Through peer-reviewed research, events, and inter-disciplinary partnerships, AILA will not only encourage familiarity with AI tools to complement a traditional legal education, but also create the space for conversations about the ethical and logistical consequences of technological disruption in the legal industry.

Core Programming:

- Publication and Research
- Events: Industry Panels, Speaker Series, Research Roundtables, Hackathons
- Skills Workshops
- Career Networking

Board:

Faculty Advisor: Prof. Sanford Williams
Founders: Dean Rosenwald and Vanessa Smith
President: Finn Freymann
Vice President: Aditya Sivakumar
Business and Finance Chair: Kalina Kazmierczak
Alumni Outreach Chair: Sheridan Tekosky
1L Rep/Research Chair: Jose Bisbe-Ochoa

Committee Heads:

Digital Communications: Lily Costa
Curriculum Education: Guy Schnitkes
Career Development: Destinee Dickinson
Advocacy and Policy: James Womack

Contact:
AILA@lawnet.ucla.edu