About Faculty of Law
The Faculty of Law, Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute, offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes in accordance with the guidelines of the Bar Council of India and the University Grants Commission.
The curriculum is designed to equip students with practical skills essential for professional practice upon graduation. Our programmes integrate internships, case reviews, moot courts, drafting and conveyancing exercises, and order-writing components.
To enhance student engagement with the legal fraternity, we regularly organise seminars, guest lectures, and workshops across diverse areas of law. In addition to the core curriculum, students also benefit from value-added courses that further strengthen their academic and professional development.
About the FDP
Prepare for the future of legal education. This pioneering programme equips faculty to reimagine how legal research and drafting are taught and practised in an AI- augmented era.
Programme Objectives
- To introduce participants to the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence and its applications in legal research and drafting.
- To develop practical skills in using Al-powered tools and platforms such as LexisNexis and Westlaw for case analysis, statutory interpretation, and legal drafting.
- To provide hands-on exposure to generative Al technologies developed by organizations like OpenAl for structured legal documentation.
- To enhance critical evaluation skills to ensure accuracy, ethical compliance, and legal soundness of AI-assisted work.
- To encourage responsible integration of Al tools into legal education and professional practice while maintaining academic integrity.
Date & Time
11–15 May 2026 – 6–7 PM
Programme Schedule
- DAY 1 – MAY 11, 2026 (MONDAY)
TOPIC: “Smart Law Schools: Integrating AI into Legal Training”
SPEAKER: Ms. Laxmi Sharma, Assistant Dean, Faculty of Law, Tribhuvan University, Nepal - DAY 2 – MAY 12, 2026 (TUESDAY)
TOPIC: “AI-Powered Legal Research: Tools and Techniques”
SPEAKER: Prof. Dr. Shilohu Rao, Professor of Law, National Law University, Jodhpur - DAY 3 – MAY 13, 2026 (WEDNESDAY)
TOPIC: “Intelligent Legal Drafting: Contracts, Pleadings, and Opinions”
SPEAKER: Dr. M.A.Saleem Ahamed, Assistant Professor of Law, Crescent School of Law, Chennai - DAY 4 – MAY 14, 2026 (THURSDAY)
TOPIC: “Ethics, Compliance, and Responsible AI in Law”
SPEAKER: Dr. Dhanya. S, Assistant Professor of Law, Gujarat National Law University, Gandhinagar - DAY 5 – MAY 15, 2026 (FRIDAY)
TOPIC: “AI in Legal Academia: A Constitutional Perspective”
SPEAKER: Dr. V. Prabha, Associate Professor of Law, Sri Manakula Vinayagar Centre of Legal Education, Puducherry
Who can attend?
Teaching Faculty, Research Scholars and Legal Professionals.
How to Register?
Interested candidates can register online via the link given at the end of the post.
Eligibility to receive Certificate
Participants will be awarded an e-Certificate upon successful completion of the programme based on the following criteria:
- Attendance Requirement: Minimum 80% attendance is mandatory (i.e., you must attend at least 4 out of 5 sessions).
- Assessment: Active participation in interactive discussions and hands-on exercises during the session and attending the final-day assessment.
- Attendance and Feedback Form: Participants must fill in and submit the attendance and feedback form shared at the end of each day’s session.
Contact
Ms. AZHAHIYA MEENAAL. V, Assistant Professor of Law +91 861 012 1738
Mr. SUBRAMANIAM. S, Assistant Professor of Law +91 98408 54392
Email: drmgrfolfdp@gmail.com
Click here to Register.
