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Embracing AI to improve access to justice

Artificial intelligence at ASU Law

AI and the legal field

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how people live, work and solve problems—and the legal field is no exception. At ASU Law, AI is treated as a tool to advance justice, expand access and prepare future lawyers to lead by developing core competencies in AI and legal tech during their studies.

Innovation and access define ASU Law’s mission. As one the nation’s highest-ranked law schools offering Juris Doctor (JD), Master of Human Resources and Employment Law (MHREL), Master of Laws (LLM) and Master of Legal Studies (MLS) degrees fully online, the college integrates technology and AI to make legal education more inclusive and future graduates practice-ready. ASU Law was the first in the U.S. to allow generative AI in student applications and embed AI training across all degree programs.

ASU Law centers and programs driving AI innovation

AI courses and academic opportunities

Artificial Intelligence: Law, Ethics and Policy
Artificial Intelligence in Legal Operations and Innovation
AI, Ethics and Professional Responsibility
AI, Strategic Protection of Emerging Technologies with IP

Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies
Privacy, Big Data and Emerging Technology
Standards, Soft Law and Industry Self-Regulation
E-Discovery

JD students may enhance their degree with the Law, Science and Technology (LST) Certificate, featuring coursework, mentorship and extracurricular opportunities to specialize in AI, data, privacy, intellectual property and more.

Explore certificate

The MLS in AI and Law is a 30-credit program designed for professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in law and technology. Offered on campus, full- or part-time, the program requires no LSAT, GRE or GMAT for admission.

Explore AI Law

Signature AI and technology conferences

What is artificial intelligence?

AI refers to computer systems that perform tasks requiring human-like reasoning, such as analyzing data, identifying patterns or generating text. In law, AI assists with decision-making, legal research and document review—helping lawyers work more efficiently and focus on strategy and advocacy.

An ASU Law student studies in the ASU Law Ross-Blakely Library

AI at Arizona State University

No. 1 in innovation for the 11th year in a row

Arizona State University is leading the way in technology and AI, and was ranked No. 1 in innovation for the 11th year in a row by U.S. News & World Report for 2026. ASU equips students, faculty and staff with a robust and evolving AI toolkit—including CreateAI, ASU’s integrated platform for generative AI. Through workshops, tutorials and secure access to ChatGPT Enterprise as part of ASU’s first-in-the-nation partnership with OpenAI, our community learns to use AI responsibly across teaching, learning and research. This approach ensures that every member of ASU Law not only understands AI but also actively works with it—empowering innovation, strengthening equity, and expanding justice in real-world legal settings.

Explore AI at ASU

AI and the legal field

ASU Law centers and programs driving AI innovation

AI courses and academic opportunities

AI courses at ASU Law

Juris Doctor Certificate in Law, Science and Technology

Master of Legal Studies in AI and Law

Signature AI and technology conferences

What is artificial intelligence?

AI at Arizona State University

No. 1 in innovation for the 11th year in a row

AI in the news