Course
AI fundamentals for lawyers
Various dates throughout the year
Location: The Hague & Online
PO/PE points: 6 | EUR 525,- excluding VAT
About this course
Artificial intelligence (AI) has gained an increasingly prominent role in the legal profession in recent years. The technology offers many opportunities to work smarter, but also raises fundamental legal and ethical questions. This course offers a hands-on introduction to the world of AI, with a focus on relevant applications within the legal domain. You will gain insight into both the possibilities and limits of AI use, and learn which choices are justified in legal practice.
We start with the basics: what exactly is AI, what technologies does it include, and how do systems such as large language models (LLMs), machine learning and deep learning work at its core? You will learn to distinguish between white box and black box AI, between open source and commercial models, and between supervised and unsupervised learning - with an eye on the legal relevance of these technical differences.
Next, we delve into the legal and ethical framework of AI. What does the AI Act mean for lawyers, and how do European rules relate to Dutch law? What responsibilities do you have as a professional when using AI tools, and what about liability for AI-driven decisions? We pay attention to the tension between AI, privacy and intellectual property, as well as the risks of bias, discrimination and lack of transparency.
In addition, you will gain insight into current applications of AI within different areas of law. Using concrete examples, we will discuss how to use AI responsibly in daily practice. Special attention is paid to confidentiality, data protection and the right to privilege.
This course is designed for lawyers who need a solid foundation: no superficial demos, but a structured and legally thoughtful exploration of AI. You will learn how to better understand, assess and utilize AI in your own legal context.
Program
The Foundations of AI
What is artificial intelligence
Definitions and core concepts
Machine learning, deep learning and generative AI explained
White box vs. black box AI, open source vs. commercial models, supervised vs. unsupervised learning
How AI systems learn and make decisions
Strengths and weaknesses of current AI technology
Myths and misconceptions about AI debunked
Legal and ethical frameworks
AI Act and other relevant European regulations
Dutch relevant laws and regulations
The tension between AI, privacy and IE
Professional responsibilities in AI use
Bias, discrimination and algorithmic transparency
Liability in AI-driven decisions
Security, confidentiality & privilege
Using AI responsibly
Asking the right questions of suppliers
Ensuring confidentiality
Transparency and accountability
Privacy and data protection in AI use
AI in everyday legal practice
Concrete AI applications in various jurisdictions
Case studies of successful AI implementations
Limits and limitations of AI in legal context
Assess quality and reliability of AI output
When to rely and when not to rely on AI assistance
Interacting with AI: legal prompting
The importance of good prompting
The basics of legal prompt writing
Examples of effective prompts
Preventing hallucinations
Recognizing AI-generated texts
The future of legal work with AI
Current developments around AI
The impact of AI on the practice of law
AI's impact on hiring and training new employees
Target
This course is designed for legal professionals, including attorneys, judges, prosecutors, employees of the various ministries, employees of enforcement and investigative authorities, and compliance officers, who are interested in improving their understanding and skills in applying language models within their fields.
Participants who want to take advantage of advanced technologies to increase their efficiency, improve their services, and implement innovative solutions in their daily operations will benefit from this course.
The program is also suitable for IT professionals within the legal sector who work with legal teams and are involved in implementing and managing AI technologies.
Teachers
Precious Chocolates & JOYCE BOONSTRA
Precious is a lawyer working at the intersection between technology and the law: cybersecurity, privacy and data protection. She has extensive knowledge of the legal, ethical and societal issues associated with artificial intelligence. In addition to technical knowledge, Pres's expertise includes the principles of AI systems, its regulation, and privacy protection. At The Innovative Lawyer, Precious supports legal professionals and organizations in (better) understanding, responsibly applying and implementing this technology in practice. Precious regularly acts as a lecturer and is characterized by her infectious energy, pragmatism, and innovative approach.
Joyce is a lawyer with a deep interest in technology and a keen eye for innovation. Since the launch of ChatGPT, she has been able to use this model within her daily practice. Her expertise is not limited to ChatGPT; she also has extensive knowledge of other language models and tools, such as Harvey, Co-Counsel, Leya and Perplexity. With her practical insights, Joyce helps lawyers effectively integrate language models into their work processes.
Practical information
Dates & times: See below.
Location: Our regular course location in The Hague (Koninginnegracht 60).
Cost: EUR 525 excluding 21% VAT.
PO/PE points: 6
Mode of participation
You can participate in this course in 3 ways:
Physical
Digital & live
Looking back
Dates & Registration
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Monday, December 15, 2025
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Monday, February 9, 2026
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Monday, April 13, 2026
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Friday, June 12, 2026
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Insights
Question or comment?
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Please fill out the contact form. You will receive a response within 2 business days.
Of course, you can always call or email us:
E-mail: info@theinnovativelawyer.ai
Phone number: 070-450 09 74
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Why choose us?
Legal content &
Technological knowledge
We combine legal expertise with technological knowledge. As a result, we know what kind of problems lawyers face and what solutions may or may not fit. Precisely this combination enables us to help you further.
Practical &
Accessible
Our approach is hands-on and our knowledge directly applicable, with the goal of making AI accessible, understandable and usable for any legal professional, regardless of your knowledge level or experience, so you can work with AI with confidence.
Committed &
Flexible
We are fully committed to your success and tailor our services to your unique needs, with personal attention, customized solutions and a flexible approach always focused on getting the best results.
Continuous Learning &
Development
We believe in continuous growth and improvement by learning, innovating and adapting to a changing world. We think and move with you and your daily practice. For new challenges, we find new solutions.