Explore Our May 2026 Course Calendar on Intellectual Property and AI in Legal Practice
- Lakisha Bealer, MBA
- 9 hours ago
- 3 min read
In today’s legal environment, understanding intellectual property (IP) is no longer optional. The rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how legal professionals approach IP rights, ownership, and risk management. For attorneys, paralegals, litigation support, and legal operations professionals, staying informed about these changes is essential to protect clients, maintain compliance, and build effective workflows. This May, Agility Academy focuses on the intersection of IP and AI, offering a carefully designed course calendar to help legal professionals navigate this evolving landscape with confidence.
Featured Program: Mastering IP Rights and Responsibilities (On-Demand)
For those beginning their journey into intellectual property, the Mastering IP: Rights & Responsibilities program provides a solid foundation. This practical course covers essential topics such as copyrights, trademarks, and ownership issues, along with the modern risks that arise in a digital and AI-driven world.
Participants will learn to:
Identify different types of intellectual property and their protections
Understand ownership rights and transfer mechanisms
Recognize risks related to unauthorized use or infringement
Navigate challenges posed by emerging technologies
This program is designed as a starting point for legal professionals who want to build a clear, practical understanding of IP before moving into more specialized areas. It’s an ideal resource for attorneys and legal teams looking to strengthen their baseline knowledge.
Featured Live Course: IP and AI Risk Management in Legal Practice
📅 Saturday, May 16, 2026
The centerpiece of May’s calendar is the live course IP & AI Risk Management in Legal Practice. This session addresses the unique challenges AI introduces to intellectual property law and legal workflows. Attendees will explore:
Legal risks connected to AI-generated content and data
Ownership and authorship questions in AI-assisted creations
Ethical considerations and compliance requirements
Strategies for building defensible workflows that reduce liability
This course is essential for legal professionals working with AI tools or advising clients on AI-related matters. It offers actionable insights to manage risk and maintain ethical standards in an AI-influenced legal environment.
Monthly Learning Journey
To support a structured approach, the May calendar breaks down learning into weekly themes:
Week 1: Awareness and foundational learning
Begin with the basics of intellectual property and its relevance in the AI era. Engage with introductory materials and case studies.
Week 2: Education and deeper IP insights
Dive into detailed topics like trademarks, copyrights, and ownership complexities, including recent legal developments.
Week 3: Live training and implementation
Attend the May 16 live course on IP and AI risk management. Apply knowledge through interactive discussions and real-world scenarios.
Week 4: Reinforcement and application
Review key concepts and participate in exercises designed to integrate learning into daily practice.
Next steps and continued learning
Explore additional resources and plan ongoing education to stay current with evolving IP and AI issues.
Why This Matters
AI is transforming legal workflows by automating tasks, generating content, and creating new types of intellectual property. This transformation brings both opportunities and risks. Legal professionals must understand how AI affects IP rights to protect clients and organizations from infringement claims, ethical breaches, and compliance failures.
Ignoring these developments risks falling behind in a competitive market and exposing legal teams to avoidable liabilities. By mastering IP and AI risk management, legal professionals can build stronger cases, advise clients more effectively, and design workflows that stand up to scrutiny.
Take the Next Step
This May, Agility Academy invites you to deepen your understanding of intellectual property and AI in legal practice. Start with the Mastering IP: Rights & Responsibilities on-demand program to build your foundation. Then, register for the live course on May 16 to gain critical insights into managing AI-related risks.
Together, these learning opportunities will equip you to navigate the complexities of IP in an AI-driven world, ensuring your practice remains informed, compliant, and effective.
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