Summer School: Law and Technology
Gain a clear, practical understanding of how law responds to rapid technological change. Join leading experts, build global connections, and develop the skills needed to navigate AI, digital regulation, and emerging tech with confidence.
Date: 29 June - 3 July 2026
Time: 10.00 - 16.15 UK time
Venue: BIICL, Charles Clore House, 17 Russell Sq, London WC1B 5JP
Course Details
This five day summer school offers a comprehensive overview of the diverse and fast-moving area of technologies applied in the field of law. Students from across the world will get an introduction to law and technology from a comparative perspective with classes on specific technology-related topics such as intellectual property and technology, artificial intelligence, competition law and technology, Online Dispute Resolution(ODR) and LegalTech. The programme includes a moot court at the Royal Courts of Justice and students will also participate in workshops and listen to expert roundtables focusing on different topics such as technology in the legal professions and in legal decision making.
This course is co-organised by the University of Lausanne (UNIL).
Course topics and tutors
- AI and Liability
Jacob Turner, Fountain Court Chambers - Tech, AI and Trust in Dispute Resolution
Prof. Eva Lein, UNIL and BIICL - Competition Law and Technology
Prof. Andreas Heinemann and Prof. Damiano Canapa, UNIL - Intellectual Property and AI
Dr Michaela McDonald , Queen Mary, University of London and Edoardo Agammenone, Sciences Po, Levante Capital - Operationalising Digital Rights
Prof. Michel Cannarsa, Université Catholique de Lyon - Reconceptualising Dispute Resolution in the Digital Age
Rahim Shamji, ADR ODR International - The Future Lawyer: Navigating Law, Technology and Human Judgement
Rahim Shamji, ADR ODR International
Why take this course?
This summer school is designed to give you a comprehensive, practical grounding in law and technology whether you are building your career or expanding your expertise. You will:
- Learn from leading academics and practitioners
- Explore real-world legal challenges across key global issues
- Gain practical insights you can apply immediately
- Build connections with an international network of professionals
- Strengthen your CV with a BIICL certificate
Pricing and Registration
The course fee is £575 per person.
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Discounts
20% discount available for:
- individual and organisational members of BIICL
- groups of 3 or more attendees from NGO organisations or staff of government
- groups of 5 or more attendees from commercial organisations
For group discounts, please contact us.
Course leader
Prof. Eva Lein, Senior Research Fellow in Private International Law and Director, Centre for Comparative Law at BIICL and Professor of Law and Co-director of the LL.M in International Business Law at the University of Lausanne (UNIL).
What past participants say
"After attending the Summer School I feel I have a far greater understanding of AI, technology and the law. The weeklong course included a diverse group of students who shared their local experiences on how AI and digital technologies are regulated in their countries. It was fascinating to hear their perspectives."
"To culminate a fantastic week of learning, I had the opportunity to play a judge in a criminal trial at the Royal Courts of Justice. What fun we had!
Course format
This is an in-person course held at the BIICL offices in Russell Square, London.
Who should attend?
The summer school is ideal for students, academics and practitioners wishing to develop a greater understanding of developments in artificial intelligence and Intellectual property law.
Ready to book?
Advance your understanding of law and technology and join a global network of professionals.
