Will AI replace lawyers? That’s one of the questions explored in the latest episode of Bottom Up, produced by the State Bar of Wisconsin. Co-hosts Emil Ovbiagele and Kristen Hardy welcome Hiriam Bradley, an attorney specializing in privacy and technology law.
The conversation explores Hiriam’s career path, the evolution of privacy law, and the intersection of artificial intelligence and privacy. They discuss the challenges legal professionals face in navigating developing laws, the importance of consumer awareness, and the regulatory landscape in financial services. Hiriam emphasizes the need for lawyers to adapt to emerging technologies and the philosophical implications of data privacy. The episode concludes with a call to view privacy as a fundamental human right and the importance of being diligent about data protection.
Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Hosts 02:20 Guest Introduction: Hiram Bradley 05:32 Career Path and Early Experiences in Law 10:12 Understanding Privacy Law and Its Evolution 12:45 Challenges in Privacy Law 14:04 Resources for Lawyers on Privacy Law 15:32Intersection of AI and Privacy Law 18:54 Philosophical Perspectives on Data Privacy 22:28 Consumer Awareness and Privacy Literacy 24:37 Regulatory Landscape in Financial Services 26:30 Defining Companies in Privacy Regulations 29:48 Trends in AI Technology and Privacy Regulations 31:13 Balancing Regulation and Innovation 35:01 The Future of AI and Legal Jobs 42:35 Practical Applications of AI in Financial Services 48:39 Closing Thoughts on Privacy as a Human Right