Latham & Watkins Hosts First-of-its-Kind AI Academy

Latham & Watkins LLP¹ is pleased to announce the launch of its AI Academy, a first-of-its-kind program in the legal industry designed to equip lawyers to navigate the significant changes that artificial intelligence (AI) will bring to businesses across industries and around the globe. Latham’s AI Academy comprises multiple events and training programs throughout the year aimed at different groups, including an inaugural two-day in-person training event for a group of first-through fourth-year associates. The event features immersive, skills-based training at the intersection of AI and the future of global business.

“We are excited to launch our multifaceted AI Academy, beginning with this hands-on associate training, which provides a unique opportunity for Latham’s junior lawyers,” said Michael Rubin, a Bay Area partner, who leads the firm’s AI Task Force and serves as the Global Vice Chair of the Technology Industry Group. “We’re thrilled to leverage the firm’s expertise and resources in this rapidly evolving area to equip our associates – both those that focus on tech and those working in other fields – with the skills and knowledge they need to excel in an increasingly technology-driven world, one that is progressively integrated with AI.”

The multi-pronged AI Academy was developed through a collaboration between Latham’s AI Task Force, Training and Career Enhancement (TACE) Committee, and Technology Department. Sessions employed hands-on and skills-based training to support junior and midlevel associates with cutting-edge expertise in their practice.

“The explosive growth of AI is both exciting and transformative. The training program has been created with our firm and our clients in mind, offering focused training modules, practical workshops, and expert-led sessions,” said Fiona Maclean, a London partner, who serves as Global Vice Chair of the Technology Industry Group and a TACE Committee Vice Chair. “AI will impact every area of law in the future. Whether an associate builds a practice in the tech sector or another industry across Latham’s global platform, understanding AI and the ever-evolving tech landscape is crucial for the next generation of legal professionals.”

“No other firm offers such in-depth and comprehensive trainings on AI,” said John Scrudato, Director of AI and Innovation at Latham & Watkins. “In addition to AI’s impact on our client’s businesses, AI is transforming the practice of law, from automating routine tasks to providing sophisticated analytics and insights. The AI Academy is a fantastic opportunity for lawyers to stay ahead of the latest advances in technology and acquire skills that they will be able to leverage in their practice.”

About Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins delivers innovative solutions to complex legal and business challenges around the world. From a global platform, our lawyers advise clients on market-shaping transactions, high-stakes litigation and trials, and sophisticated regulatory matters. Latham is one of the world’s largest providers of pro bono services, steadfastly supports initiatives designed to advance diversity within the firm and the legal profession, and is committed to exploring and promoting environmental sustainability.

About the AI Academy

Latham’s AI Academy leverages the firm’s unmatched leadership in AI legal matters to deliver an ongoing virtual training program focused on AI and the law. Latham lawyers at all levels and in any practice area can access AI Academy trainings and materials on a range of key topics. AI Academy also provides custom presentations and trainings tailored to specific audiences, including clients, educators, and other members of the legal community.

Learn more about lawyer development at Latham.

Latham works at the cutting edge of AI legal challenges and AI Academy reflects the firm’s commitment to helping clients stay ahead of the curve. As AI tools evolve and integrate into business operations, AI Academy provides support matched to client needs.

Learn more about our AI practice.

Notes to Editors

¹ Latham & Watkins operates worldwide as a limited liability partnership organized under the laws of the State of Delaware (USA) with affiliated limited liability partnerships conducting the practice in France, Hong Kong, Italy, Singapore, and the United Kingdom and as an affiliated partnership conducting the practice in Japan. Latham & Watkins operates in Israel through a limited liability company, in South Korea as a Foreign Legal Consultant Office, and in Saudi Arabia through a limited liability company.