Miami, Fla. — The University of Miami School of Law has been named a finalist for the prestigious 2025 Florida Legal Awards in the Legal Innovation Award category, marking a significant recognition for its cutting-edge Miami Law & AI Lab. Since its inception under the direction of Interim Dean Patricia Abril, the lab has been a trailblazer in incorporating artificial intelligence into the realm of legal studies and practice.
Patricia Abril, who assumed the role of interim dean in May 2024, brings a distinguished background in business law and an extensive publication record, particularly in the sphere of AI and law. Her leadership is steering the law school towards a pioneering position in the legal industry by nurturing a culture of innovation and integrating advanced AI technologies into legal education and practice.
The Miami Law & AI Lab, led by Or Cohen-Sasson, the law school’s inaugural Law & Technology Fellow and a dual expert in computer science and law, is advancing legal technologies. Cohen-Sasson’s unique cross-disciplinary background has enabled the lab to serve as a creative and innovative hub at the intersection of technology and law.
Among its impactful developments, the lab has launched ClassInsight, a revolutionary AI tool aimed at enhancing real-time comprehension assessment in law classrooms. Another innovation, the AEGIS platform, focuses on boosting the confidentiality and security of legal practices using generative AI technology.
Further extending its innovation, the Miami Law & AI Lab is working towards establishing a “plAIground,” a dynamic training environment for legal professionals seeking AI lawyering certifications. This platform is intended to test new technologies in a controlled setting, facilitating a reciprocal feedback loop between legal practitioners and tech developers.
Since its opening, the MiLA Lab has built a diverse team from various university departments, including law, computer science, and engineering. The lab has initiated several programs such as the Law and AI Research Award and an AI and Law Practicum, and it has hosted numerous events dedicated to the fusion of AI with legal issues.
This collaborative work between Abril and Cohen-Sasson has not only spotlighted the MiLA Lab but also forecasted a transformative future in legal practices where AI plays a central role in enhancing both the effectiveness and quality of legal services and education.
In addition to commending its innovation lab, the University of Miami School of Law is celebrating various alumni who are finalists for different categories in the 2025 Florida Legal Awards. These categories include Lifetime Achievement, Managing Partner of the Year, and others such as Real Estate Transaction Finalists and Maritime Attorney of the Year, showcasing the broad array of distinguished talents among its graduates.
Such widespread recognition from The Daily Business Review underscores the contributions and leadership provided by the University of Miami School of Law and its alumni to the legal profession in Florida, recognizing their ongoing commitment to excellence, leadership, and innovation across an extensive range of legal disciplines.
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