Legaltech and Lawtech: Global Prospects, Challenges, and Opportunities
Keywords:
LegalTech, LawTech, digital transformation, artificial intelligence, legal services, e-justice, blockchain, legal innovation, digital courts, UzbekistanAbstract
This article examines the concepts of LegalTech and LawTech, their role in the digital transformation of legal systems, and their growing significance in modern legal practice. The study analyzes global experiences in the implementation of legal technologies, particularly in countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Estonia, Singapore, and Uzbekistan. Special attention is given to the application of artificial intelligence, blockchain, big data, and online legal platforms in judicial and legal services. The paper also discusses the major opportunities, challenges, and future prospects associated with the adoption of LegalTech and LawTech, highlighting their potential to improve efficiency, transparency, accessibility, and quality within the legal sector.
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