AI in the Courts: Are Your Policies and Training Ready for the Future?

Court Leader’s Advantage Podcast Episode May 20, 2025Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a futuristic concept, it is already reshaping how we live and work. Courts are no exception. With its immense power, AI is transforming the justice system in ways we could have only imagined a few years ago. Here’s how AI’s power is already making waves:Unmatched Efficiency: AI can produce polished reports, memos, and articles in mere minutes—dramatically reducing the time and effort needed for routine tasks.Instant Access to Information: AI enables litigants,families, and other court users, to engage in meaningful conversations about procedures without relying on human staff.Sharper Decision-Making: AI-driven insights are helping leaders make more informed, data-backed judicial and administrative decisions.Compelling Presentations: AI tools are enhancing professional presentations and transforming complex ideas into easily digestible information for audiences. Yet, with all this potential comes a need for caution. The NACM AI Guide strongly emphasizes the importance of training and comprehensive policies to mitigate risk while unlocking AI’s potential. This month, we’ll tackle two critical questions: How can courts ensure they’re getting the right AI training? And what does a comprehensive AI policy look like? Courts will needto answer these questions in order to harness AI effectively—and responsibly. Today’s PanelStacey Marz, Administrative Director for the Alaska CourtSystem, Anchorage, Alaska     Shay Cleary, Managing Director for Court Consulting Services at the National Center for State Courts, Williamsburg, VirginiaTina Mattison Deputy Court Administrator for the Pima County Consolidated Justice Courts in Tucson, Arizona Become part of the conversation.  Submit your comments and questions to [email protected]