The Future of Law: Emerging Technologies and Legal Innovation | Three-Day International Conference | Department of Law (Arts and Science), Manipal University Jaipur

This conference will serve as a platform for in-depth discussions on the intersection of law and technological advancements, offering valuable insights into the future of legal practices, policies, and the regulatory frameworks needed to address new challenges.

About Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ)

Founded in 2011, Manipal University Jaipur has swiftly become a hub of academic excellence, offering a wide array of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs. Ranked 64th in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024 in the University category, MUJ has also achieved impressive positions in specialized fields, including 29th in Law, 64th in Engineering, 73rd in Management, and 33rd in Architecture. MUJ is committed to fostering innovation and academic growth across diverse disciplines.

About the Faculty of Law at MUJ

Since its inception in 2014, the Faculty of Law at MUJ has consistently ranked among the top law schools in India. Offering a range of integrated law programs like BA LLB (Hons.), BBA LLB (Hons.), LLB, LLM, and Ph.D., the faculty combines rigorous academic instruction with practical legal training, ensuring that students are well-prepared for successful careers in law. Ranked 29th in the NIRF Law rankings, the faculty continues to strive for academic excellence.

Conference Overview

The Three-Day International Conference aims to address the dynamic intersection between law and technology. The event will feature keynote speeches, paper presentations, and interactive discussions. Participants will engage with topics such as blockchain technology, artificial intelligence, data privacy, cybersecurity, and the future of legal practice.

Key topics to be covered include:

• Access to Justice: Leveraging technology for dispute resolution and legal aid.
• Legal Tech and Innovation: Blockchain, AI-driven contract review, and digital assets.
• Data Privacy and Protection: Right to privacy, data protection laws, and international cybersecurity.
• The Future of Legal Practice: Virtual law firms, remote work, and AI-assisted legal research.
• Regulation and Ethics: Ethical considerations in AI, IoT, and blockchain applications.
• Judicial Innovation and Reform: Court digitalization, online dispute resolution, and judicial analytics.
• Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and Technology: AI inventions, digital copyright, and IP protection for big data.

Publication Opportunities

Post presentation of papers in the Conference, selected paper will be curated for publication by the editorial board. Authors of selected papers will be invited to submit extended versions of their work for publication in a Scopus Indexed Journal/Book. Alternatively, authors of other selected papers will be invited to publish their papers in an edited book with ISBN Number. These publications will offer participants a chance to disseminate their research to a wider audience and gain recognition in the academic community.

Charges for publication in the above will be notified later.

Conference Sub-themes

Theme 1: Access to Justice

1. Leveraging Technology for Dispute Resolution
2. Online Legal Platforms for Marginalized Communities
3. AI-powered Legal Aid Tools
4. Application of Emerging Technology in Criminal Justice Administration

Theme 2: Legal Tech and Innovation

1. Blockchain and Smart Contracts in Legal Practice
2. Regulation of Blockchain Technology
3. Law Governing Virtual Currency and Digital Assets
4. AI-driven Contract Review and Analysis
5. Big Data and Law
6. Cybersecurity in the Legal Industry
7. AI in Health Care

Theme 3: Data Privacy and Protection

1. Right to Privacy and Data Protection
2. Critical analysis of DPDP Act, 2023
3. Cyber Security and International Law
4. Privacy Concerns in Legal Tech Adoption
5. Digital Media and Law
6. Data Anonymization and Encryption Methods
7. Law and Regulation of Data

Theme 4: The Future of Legal Practice

1. Virtual Law Firms and Remote Work
2. E-Government and Digital Governance
3. AI-assisted Legal Research and Writing
4. The Role of Lawyers in the Age of Automation
5. The Evolving Role of Legal Practitioners with Advancing Technology

Theme 5: Regulation and Ethics

1. Regulating Emerging Legal Technologies like AI, IoT, Blockchain, Web 3.0, Deepfakes, Digital Recognition Technology
2. Ethical Considerations in Technology-Driven Legal Decision-Making

Theme 6: Judicial Innovation and Reform

1. Court Digitalization and Online Dispute Resolution
2. Judicial Analytics and Data-Driven Decision-Making

Theme 7: Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and Technology

1. Patenting AI Inventions
2. Digital Copyright Infringement and Enforcement
3. Copyright Issues in Online Content Sharing
4. Ownership of IP Generated by AI
5. IP Protection for Big Data and Data Analytics

Theme 8: Labour Law and Technology-

1. Impact of Emerging Technology on Employment and Labour Rights
2. Gig Economy and Legal Implications

In addition to the above sub-themes, the conference welcomes research papers on any other theme pertaining to the overall theme of “The Future of Law: Emerging Technologies and Legal Innovation”.

Participating Guidelines

Who Can Participate:

1. Academicians
2. Legal Practitioners
3. Research Scholars
4. Students
5. Technology Experts

Registration Fee:

1. Indian Participants: INR 800 for UG and PG students and research scholars and INR 1500 for Academicians/Legal Practitioners/Technology Experts.
2. Foreign Participants: USD 20 for SAARC nations and USD 30 for all other countries.
3. Both Author and Co-Author must register individually.
4. Link for registration form and payment will be notified later.
5. Registration fee is non-refundable.

Submission Details:

1. All submissions must be in MS Word format.
2. Authors should initially submit an abstract of 200-250 words, outlining the purpose, research methodology, objectives, and findings. The abstract must include 5 keywords.
3. Upon acceptance of the abstract, authors are required to submit the full paper.
4. The full paper should be between 5000-7000 words in length.
5. The full paper must include the names, affiliations, designations, email addresses, mobile numbers, and ORCID IDs of all authors.
6. Plagiarism must be less than 10% (as checked via Turnitin) and free from AI-generated content.
7. If any AI tool is used to improve the quality of the paper, its use and the name of the AI tool must be disclosed.
8. All submissions are mandatorily to be made at:
   facultyoflaw.muj@gmail.com
9. Formatting requirements:
• Font: Times New Roman
• Line Spacing: Single
• Font Size: 12 for text, 14 for headings
• Headings should be in bold.
• Reference Style: APA 7^th edition

Link of Brochure: https://tinyurl.com/mujlawconference