AI Lab for Lawyers by Dr. Niklas Schmidt on Maven
AI Lab for Lawyers
Dr. Niklas Schmidt
Partner at Wolf Theiss Attorneys-at-Law
This course is popular.
5 people enrolled last week.
This course is popular
5 people enrolled last week.
€200 EUR
Next cohort
Sep 7—10, 2026
Learn practical AI skills to gain a competitive advantage
Whether you have just discovered ChatGPT, Claude Cowork, Perplexity, NotebookLM or Harvey, or whether you are harnessing the potential of these AI apps on a daily basis – there is so much more that you can do with Generative AI. Uncovering these capabilities is key to securing a competitive edge in your field.
Learn from a lawyer who is an absolute power-user of AI and who is step-by-step transforming his own law practice and firm with AI – by leveraging AI for everything from client outreach(both new and existing) to effective networking post-conferences, creating compelling social media content, managing one's law practice, conducting legal research, and crafting legal advice.
Many AI courses fall short: some drown you in the technical jargon of "neural networks" and "transformers," while others, taught by lawyers, only skim the surface with a bit of basic "prompt engineering." This course is totally different: it offers a perfectly balanced curriculum that combines practical, advanced AI applications with a deep understanding of the legal professional’s needs.
What you’ll learn
This cutting-edge 8-hour course will help you be not one, but two steps ahead of your competition. You will be amazed what is possible.
Understand how AI actually works
- Understand how AI actually works — Learn how LLMs process and generate text, so you can realistically assess their strengths.
Use AI in daily legal work
- Walk through real examples of using AI for legal research, document drafting, contract review, and due diligence.
Write better prompts
- Practice crafting precise, structured prompts that consistently produce accurate and useful legal outputs.
Protect client confidentiality
- Discover which tools and settings to use so sensitive client data never ends up in an AI training set.
Boost business development and online presence
- Build workflows that curate LinkedIn content and generate personalized outreach emails at scale.
Stay ahead of the curve
- Compare leading legal AI platforms and explore how autonomous AI agents will soon handle routine law firm tasks.
Who this course is for
Lawyers who are innovative and want to boost their business development in order to get more clients.
Lawyers who are curious and want to learn how to integrate AI into their skill-set in order to become more efficient.
Lawyers who are forward-thinking and want to be ahead of the curve in order to anticipate change in the practice of law.
What's included
- Live sessions: Learn directly from Dr. Niklas Schmidt in a real-time, interactive format.
- Slide deck: Review the more than 300 extremely practical slides.
- Lifetime access: Go back to course content and recordings whenever you need to.
- Community of peers: Stay accountable and share insights with like-minded professionals.
- Certificate of completion: Share your new skills with your employer or on LinkedIn.
- Homework: Apply what you've learned — practice turns knowledge into skill.
Course syllabus
Week 1
Sep 7—Sep 10
Live class (2 hours)
- Mon 9/7 12:00 PM—2:00 PM (EDT)
- Tue 9/8 12:00 PM—2:00 PM (EDT)
- Wed 9/9 12:00 PM—2:00 PM (EDT)
- Thu 9/10 12:00 PM—2:00 PM (EDT)
Frequently asked questions
What is the expected time commitment?
This course consists of 8 hours of live classes (where you will learn AI concepts and optionally work on assignments outside of class).
What happens if I can’t make a live session?
All sessions will be recorded and made available in the student portal.
Is this course worth paying for?
Absolutely. It equips you with hands-on, practical AI skills specifically tailored for the legal profession.
Can I trust your expertise?
Yes. I have invested about 1,000 hours into researching practical AI applications.
Will I receive a certificate of attendance?
Yes. You will receive a certificate of attendance at the end of the course.
Can I get reimbursed by my firm?
Most law firms appreciate it if their lawyers improve their skills and are happy to provide support for courses that align with this goal.
Why should I do this course?
You'll not only gain a competitive edge but also develop skills that future-proof your career, adding more value to your clients.