Adam Ludwin, Sameer Somal, and Aashna Duggal Presented ‘AI in Legal Research’ CLE for New York State Bar Association (NYSBA)

Adam Ludwin (founder, Ludwin Law Group), Sameer Somal (CEO, Blue Ocean Global Technology), and Aashna Duggal (Chief Legal Officer, Girl Power Talk) successfully presented an impactful Continuing Legal Education (CLE) program entitled “AI in Legal Research” for the New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) on 10th July 2024. The program was designed to provide attorneys and legal professionals with a thorough understanding of the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on legal research.

Participants learned how AI technologies—ranging from natural language processing to predictive analytics—are revolutionizing legal research by automating document analysis, refining search capabilities, and generating data-driven case strategies.

The session explored current applications of AI in legal research, including generative AI technology, legal data analysis, and AI-powered document review. The program highlighted time savings, human error minimization, and cost-effectiveness benefits. Participants received actionable guidance on AI’s ability to automate routine tasks and provide real-time updates that create advantages for legal professionals.

“Using AI in legal research is changing how legal professionals approach their work,” said Somal, “By learning what AI can do and how it helps, attorneys can improve the accuracy and efficiency of their research. This leads to better decisions and client outcomes.”

Ludwin added, “When it comes to legal research and practice, AI is no longer an optional add-on; it’s now a crucial ingredient for success. It helps lawyers focus on strategic work by automating routine tasks and offering deeper insights through advanced analysis. To stay competitive and achieve great results, legal professionals need to embrace the application of AI technology.”

About Aashna Duggal

Aashna is a lawyer and an expert witness specializing in defamation, employment, gender diversity, and damages. As the Chief Legal Officer at Girl Power Talk, she focuses on United States domiciled legal cases, leading public relations, strategic partnerships, and litigation consulting engagements. She is committed to championing the legal rights of women and mentoring tomorrow’s leaders through Girl Power Talk. Additionally, she is an active member of the American Bar Association (ABA).

About Adam Ludwin

Adam Ludwin is the Managing Partner and founder of Ludwin Law Group.  He is a member of the American Bar Association, the American Association for Justice: Admiralty Section, the Florida Bar, the Academies of Legal Studies in Business, and the Federal Bar Association.  Ludwin Law Group specializes in civil litigation, maritime and admiralty law, personal injury, post-employment restrictive covenants, such as non-competes & non-solicitation, and defamation litigation.

Adam graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a finance degree and a business law minor. He earned his Juris Doctor from Nova Southeastern University in 2010, where he was a board member of the Jewish Law Students Association. Moved by a profound personal experience, he was inspired to pursue a career in law to seek justice for those wronged by negligence. Adam has over a decade of experience litigating in both State and Federal courts, as well as multiple district courts of appeal. In everything he does, he has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to his client’s causes.

About Sameer Somal

Sameer Somal is the CEO of Blue Ocean Global Technology and Co-Founder of Girl Power Talk. He is a CFA Charterholder, a CFP® professional, and a Chartered Alternative Investment AnalystSM. Sameer leads client engagements focused on digital transformation, risk management, and technology development. A testifying subject matter expert witness in economic damages, intellectual property, and internet defamation, he authors CLE programs with the Philadelphia Bar Foundation. Sameer is a frequent speaker at private industry and public sector conferences, including engagements with the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB), Global Digital Marketing Summit, IBM, New York State Bar Association (NYBSA), US Defense Leadership Forum, and US State Department’s Foreign Service Institute. He proudly serves on the board of directors of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) and Girl Power USA. Committed to building relationships, Sameer is an active member of the Abraham Lincoln Association (ALA), Academy of Legal Studies in Business (ALSB), American Bar Association (ABA), American Marketing Association (AMA), Business Transition Council, International Trademark Association (INTA), and Society of International Business Fellows (SIBF). A graduate of Georgetown University, he held leadership roles at Bank of America, Morgan Stanley, and Scotiabank. Sameer is also a CFA Institute 2022 Inspirational Leader Award recipient and was named an Iconic Leader by the Women Economic Forum.

About Blue Ocean Global Technology

Blue Ocean Global Technology is a reputed consulting, risk management, and technology development firm. With 10+ years of positive client experience, the global team are dedicated creative thinkers, global educators, and technology partners. They are the team and people you always trust.