Charleston School of Law has announced a new partnership with Artificial Intelligence pioneer Genie AI, integrating advanced AI technology into its transactional law team program.

This collaboration empowers law students to master the practical skills needed to excel in modern in-house counsel and private practice roles, shifting their future roles from legal operators to strategic business enablers.

A leader in practical legal education, Charleston School of Law is proactively addressing a fundamental shift in the legal industry.

88.84% of its Class of 2024 graduates were employed 10 months after graduation; of those graduates, 57.5% were employed in law firms and 22.7% in public interest positions, reflecting the Law School’s commitment to preparing practice-ready lawyers who serve both the profession and their communities.

Katie Brown, Associate Dean for Information Resources, recognized the value in partnership with Genie AI and is the catalyst for this exciting endeavor.

Genie AI’s openness, proprietary legal editor, autonomous legal agents, and unmatched database of market-standard contract language uniquely position it to prepare students for this new legal landscape, where in-house roles demand agility, strategic insight, and technological proficiency.

The Transactional Law Team will integrate AI into its dynamic curriculum to simulate real-world legal practice. Working together with Genie’s technology, the team members will draft, negotiate, and redline contracts, preparing them well to compete across the US in national competitions and excel in their future careers.

Jean Steadman, Director of the Center for Business and Transactional Law:

“Ignoring AI is not an option for the legal profession. By embedding a sophisticated tool like Genie AI into our curriculum, we aren’t just teaching technology; we’re honing core legal skills in a real-world context. Our graduates will enter the workforce with the practical skills and experience to not only succeed but to bring immediate, strategic value to their organizations.”

Rafie Faruq, CEO of Genie AI: “Legal services are shifting rapidly from firms to businesses themselves. Our collaboration with Charleston School of Law embodies this shift, preparing the next generation of lawyers to drive business success through technology. Genie AI equips students with the skills to lead, not just follow, the future of legal transactions.”