Month: March 2025
Webinar: Principles and Practices for Using AI Responsibly and Effectively in Courts
March 19th, 2025
Courts are using artificial intelligence (AI) to improve operations and aid staff. Join us for the latest session in our AI and the Courts webinar series, featuring a discussion of real-world applications of AI tools.
This lively discussion will cover the principles and best practices for using AI responsibly and effectively in courts. We’ll talk about:
- Understanding levels of risk when using AI
- Principles and best practices for evaluating AI systems
- Assessing the benefits and risks of AI systems
- Identifying and avoiding common pitfalls when using AI systems
Moderators:
- Diane Robinson, Principal Court Research Associate, NCSC
- Natalie Runyon, Director, ESG Content, Thomson Reuters Institute
- Jackie Lam, Director, RAI Strategic Engagements, Technology-Data & Analytics, Thomson Reuters Institute
Panelists:
- Daniel W. Linna, Jr., Professor and Director of Law and Technology Initiatives, Northwestern Pritzker School of Law and McCormick School of Engineering
- Kevin Miller, Tech for Fundamental Rights, Microsoft
- Sara Omundson, Administrative Director of Courts, State of Idaho
For more information, email Adalie Kim.
View detailsWebinar: Televic Court Solutions - Addressing Audio Challenges for Any Size Budget
March 20th, 2025
The Court Innovation Lab Product Spotlight webinar series expands the reach of NCSC’s Court Innovation Lab in Arlington, VA, bringing innovative technology solutions beyond the physical lab to our court community.
Each month, we’ll feature a product designed to help courts address real-world challenges from a solution provider that we are currently testing or showcasing in the Innovation Lab.
Our first webinar from Televic Court Solutions will explore courtroom audio and accessibility on any budget. Discover solutions for seamless audio management, speech reinforcement, and remote participation. Learn how courts worldwide are leveraging these plug-and-play systems for crystal-clear communication and hassle-free integration.
Moderator:
- Alexandra Murillo | Director, Advancement & Strategic Partnerships, NCSC
Presenter:
- Peter Papageorge| Vice President, Sales, Televic
(Registrationfor this webinar includes registration for future webinars in this series.)
For more information, email Grace Haviland.
View detailsWebinar: Jury Duty Matters - Why Public Education Is Key to Community Engagement
March 20th, 2025
Join the Center for Jury Studies as we explore innovative strategies for educating the public and boosting civic engagement around jury service. With jury trials facing growing challenges, public awareness and participation are more critical than ever.
NCSC Principal Court Consultant Jawwaad Johnson will share key findings from the center's groundbreaking report, Preserving the Future of Juries and Jury Trials, which highlights jury service as a vital yet vulnerable cornerstone of our justice system.
Following the presentation, Johnson will lead a dynamic discussion with experts from Sandstorm Design and the New York State Office of Court Administration. Learn how these organizations have successfully engaged/tested the public through creative outreach and education initiatives and gain practical ideas for enhancing public trust and participation in jury service.
Hear about trends, challenges, actionable recommendations, and new resources available to courts, bar organizations, and business and community organizations to strengthen public engagement with jury service.
Who will benefit from this webinar:
- Judicial Officers
- State Court Administrators
- Court Public Information Officers
- Criminal and Civil Trial Lawyers
- Business and Community Organizations
Moderator:
- Jawwaad Johnson, Principal Court Management Consultant, NCSC
Panelists:
- Bridget Blot, Statewide Jury Coordinator, New York State Office of Court Administration
- John Caher, Senior Advisor for Strategic Communications, New York State Office of Court Administration
- Laura Chaparro, Senior Account Director, Sandstorm Design
- Janna Fiester, VP of UX and Creative, Sandstorm Design
For more information email, Laney Snyder.
View details2025 Data Specialist and Information Technologist Summit
March 26th, 2025
Join us in Austin, Texas, March 26 and 27 for a learning and networking opportunity surrounding data in state courts.
We encourage data and IT teams from courts to attend together to maximize the benefits of what the summit will offer.
The summit will be a space to:
- Learn about real world use cases for innovative technology in courts, such as chatbots and AI;
- Explore the depths of the roles and connections between data specialists and IT colleagues; and
- Crowd share solutions to common problems like improving implementation with vendors and engaging court leadership in improvement efforts.
Register for the summit today!
Meeting space: The Barbara Jordan State Office Building, 1601 Congress Ave., Austin, Texas, 78711
DoubleTree Austin University Area Hotel booking link (Room block deadline March 14)
For more information, email Laney Snyder.
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