The Faculty of Law Holds Its First Peer-Reviewed Student Legal Conference Titled ‘Legal Drafting in Light of Artificial Intelligence’ in Collaboration with the Official Gazette Bureau
In alignment with the faculty’s strategic plan, the university’s vision, and its mission, and as part of strengthening cooperation and partnerships between the Faculty of Law at Palestine Ahliya University and various state institutions, the faculty organized its first peer-reviewed student legal conference entitled “Legal Drafting in Light of Artificial Intelligence”, in collaboration with the Official Gazette Bureau. The conference moderator, student Imtinan, initiated the event by welcoming the esteemed attendees and expressing gratitude to the university administration, represented by its President, His Excellency Dr. Imad Al-Zeer, the Dean of the Faculty of Law, Dr. Mohammad Saabneh, and the dedicated university staff who work tirelessly for the betterment of its students. The conference then commenced with a recitation of verses from the Holy Quran by student Mohammad Abu Diya, followed by the Palestinian national anthem and the recitation of Al-Fatiha for the souls of the martyrs.
His Excellency Dr. Imad Al-Zeer, President of Palestine Ahliya University, expressed his gratitude to those who organized and executed the conference, highlighting his appreciation for the constructive collaboration with the Official Gazette Bureau. He welcomed Her Excellency Counselor Reem Abu Al-Rub and shared valuable insights and guidance with the student, encouraging them to advance toward a legal future shaped by modern technology and artificial intelligence tools. His inspiring words and profound vision left a lasting impact on the students and attendees.
Her Excellency Legal Counselor Reem Abu Al-Rub stated: “The significance of this conference lies in its aim to establish mechanisms that clarify how artificial intelligence can be integrated into legislative drafting without compromising its quality. Legislative drafting has a direct impact on its recipients and on the implementation of laws. Therefore, the legal research presented at this conference will undoubtedly yield recommendations that help adapt artificial intelligence to the requirements of high-quality legislative drafting, in accordance with the best standards and in harmony with our legal framework. This aligns with the work we carry out within the Department of Legal Studies and Research at the Bureau, and we will continue these efforts in the future, whether through the Legal Research Competition or the Official Gazette Bureau Journal for Legal Studies.”
Dr. Mohammad Saabneh, Dean of the Faculty of Law, reaffirmed the faculty’s commitment to the university’s mission and strategic vision, stating:
“We have developed modern strategic and operational plans aimed at strengthening the faculty’s position and achieving academic and professional excellence for our students, who are our source of pride, strength, and distinction.”
He added: “Despite the cold weather, we feel the warmth of the Faculty of Law family, which has gathered today for this distinguished conference, proudly organized in collaboration with the Official Gazette Bureau.”
Dr. Saabneh pointed out that this conference represents a significant step toward anticipating the future of law in an era of rapid technological advancement. It aims to open new avenues for discussion on the impact of artificial intelligence on legislative drafting while ensuring its alignment with legal and ethical standards. He also underscored the importance of exploring the potential of generative AI in drafting laws and regulations and its role in enhancing the precision and refinement of legal writing.
In his speech, Dr. Mousa Ajouz, Director of the Research Department, emphasized the importance of research collaboration between students and academics at the university. He noted that both the Research Department and the Research Clinic were established to facilitate research activities within the university by bridging the gap between theory and practice.
It is worth noting that the conference featured twenty research papers by undergraduate students from the Faculty of Law, all focusing on legal drafting in light of artificial intelligence. These papers were organized around three key themes: the impact of using AI tools in drafting legal language, the utilization of AI tools to enhance legal language drafting, and the limitations of employing AI in legal drafting. The presentations were delivered across three academic sessions, followed by a concluding session. The first session was chaired by student Wala’a Saad, the second by student Sadeel Salahat, and the third by student Shatha Shousha. In the closing session, student Marwa Bassam read the conference recommendations, followed by an open Q&A and discussion with the attendees to conclude the event.
This student conference aligns with the Faculty of Law’s vision to equip its students with the necessary skills for the job market, with a particular focus on scientific research and publication in both local and international peer-reviewed journals.
