In many cases, the impact of AI will be greatest on families and children. The law must evolve alongside this progress to safeguard the rights of the most vulnerable individuals, ensuring they are not endangered.
First and foremost, there is a need to consider the privacy implications of using AI in family law cases, particularly regarding sensitive personal information and in light of data protection laws.  Furthermore, there is a possibility that biases in AI algorithms will impact outcomes in family law cases, particularly with respect to race, gender, and socio-economic status. Finally, there is a need for clear regulations that will govern the use of AI in family law cases. It is necessary for some standards and rules to be determined, such as transparency, fairness and responsibility.
Bleeding over into the realm of family law, is the status of immigrants, both legal and illegal, who often find themselves before family courts.  Their immigrant status is often a complicating factor, but must be considered, and their rights must also be protected. This is especially true when AI is used to determine their legal status. This panel will discuss the impact of AI on family law cases, including when those cases involve migrants.