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Training in AI and Legal Tech – with a certificate of participation under § 15 FAO, developed in cooperation with TÜV Rheinland, among others.

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TrainingPractical and recognised

Our seminars are aimed at lawyers, legal operations managers and anyone seeking professional training. A certificate of attendance under § 15 FAO is issued for the courses – as well as for participation in the German Legal Tech Summit.

The content focuses on where AI and Legal Tech meet everyday practice: tools, review steps, contracts and workflows in law firms and legal departments.

  • Live formats and self-study
  • 5 CPD hours per year included in membership – for individual, public-sector, student and corporate memberships (for the named persons in the latter case)
  • 10% discount for members on further courses
  • Cooperation with TÜV Rheinland

To the TÜV certificate “AI for Lawyers – Legal AI Expert (TÜV)”

CoursesFrom our previous programme

Courses from the previous programme. Dates for 2027 have not yet been set.
CourseFormFAO hoursWhat it’s about
Legal Tech FundamentalsLive2Introduction to Legal Tech and AI in the legal market
AI in legal adviceLive2Practical use of AI tools in day-to-day work
Contract ManagementSelf-study1,5Digital contract management: tools and proven approaches
Legal OperationsSelf-study2Processes and governance in the legal department

CPD obligationWhat § 15 FAO requires

Anyone holding the title of specialist lawyer must undertake training in their specialist field every calendar year – at least 15 hours per field. Up to five of these hours may be completed through self-study, provided a learning assessment is carried out.

For online events, interaction with speakers and among participants must be possible, and continuous attendance must be verifiable. You submit the proof to your bar association without being asked.

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AI competence under Art. 4 AI Act

One building block towards the obligation to achieve AI competence.

Since February 2025, organisations that use AI have been required to take measures to ensure their staff’s AI literacy. The Regulation does not require a specific certificate; the measures should fit the tasks and context of use and be documented. Academy courses and certificates of attendance can form part of this – complemented by the organisation’s own rules and in-house training.

More on AI competence

Beyond the CoursesFurther learning paths in the Hub

The next Summit

A day of talks, panels and exhibitions – attendance is confirmed with a certificate of attendance under § 15 FAO. All bookable memberships include Summit tickets.

To the Summit

Invitation: German Legal Tech Summit

Summit

Starts 09:00HCC, Hannover, Theodor-Heuss-Platz 1–3, 30175 Hannover

German Legal Tech Summit

To the Summit

Contributors

  • Elisabeth L'OrangeAI: The Inflection Point
  • Alexander GeorgiadisCIO of the State of Lower Saxony, Lower Saxony Ministry of the Interior, Sport and Digitalisation
  • Alexander GrögerLegal Tech Product Manager, Join GmbH
  • Alicia UrbanLegal Counsel Operations, Oviva / Legal Tech Lab Cologne
  • Andrea MiskolcziFounder, InterAlia Consulting. Strategic advisor to law firms and legal departments on AI transformation
  • Anisja PorschkeFounder, CPO @ AI Club
To the Summit

Quick answersFrequently asked questions about the Academy

Are the courses recognised as CPD training?

Participants in Academy courses receive a certificate of attendance under § 15 FAO. A certificate of attendance under § 15 FAO is also issued for participation in the German Legal Tech Summit.

Is an Academy course recognised for my specialist field?

We issue a certificate of attendance under § 15 FAO. Whether the event is recognised for your specialist field is decided by your regional bar association – the FAO requires training in the relevant specialist area. If in doubt, check with your bar association beforehand.

How many hours can I claim for self-study?

Under § 15(4) FAO, up to five of the required minimum 15 hours per year, provided a learning assessment is carried out. For self-study, you must provide proof of both a certificate and a learning assessment.

Which memberships include CPD hours?

Individual membership, membership for authorities and the judiciary, membership for students and trainee lawyers (Referendare), and corporate/law firm membership each include five hours of training per year; for corporate/law firm memberships, the named individuals use these hours. Members also receive 10% off further courses.

When are new course dates available?

The 2027 course programme is being prepared; we will publish dates and registration details as soon as they are confirmed. Until then, the German Legal Tech Summit and our online formats offer opportunities for further training.

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Training included

As a member, you receive CPD hours depending on your package and a 10% discount on further courses. We’re happy to answer any questions about the Academy or the 2027 course programme.

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