State courts on the cusp of transformation: Navigating staffing, operations & technology in an AI-driven future
The justice system stands at a pivotal moment, facing increased workloads, persistent staffing shortages, and the transformative potential of AI.
Drawing insights from the "Staffing, Operations and Technology — A 2026 Survey of State Courts" report, this TRI/NCSC AI Policy Consortium for Law & Courts panel discussion will explore how state courts can strategically leverage technology and adapt operations to meet these evolving challenges. Panelists will examine key findings regarding AI's benefits and concerns, emerging opportunities for workflow optimization, and effective strategies for workforce planning.
Following this session, attendees will be able to:
- Understand current workload pressures and staffing challenges impacting state courts.
- Identify the perceived benefits and significant concerns surrounding AI adoption in state court operations.
- Recognize common AI uses and identify areas for workflow efficiencies and time savings within court systems.
- Employ actionable strategies to address staffing gaps, optimize operations, and advance their court's AI maturity.
Join us to learn how to move from planning to execution in building courts ready for an AI-enabled future.
Moderator:
- Morgan Novitt, senior court research analyst, NCSC
Panelists:
- Rabihah Butler, manager for exterprise content for risk, fraud and government, Thomson Reuters Institute
- Jennifer Leonard, founder, Creative Lawyers
- David Slayton, court executive officer, Superior Court of Los Angeles Superior County
For more information, email Keeley Daye.
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