Episode 135: Python for Lawyers

Jul 8, 2024

Special guests Morgan Gray and Wes Oliver from Duquesne University's School of Law discuss integrating Python into legal education, highlighting benefits for law students. They share challenges, successes, and the future impact of coding skills for lawyers. The episode explores real-life examples, employer feedback, and the growing demand for tech-savvy legal professionals.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Exploring Natural Language Lawyering and Graphical User Interfaces in Python

01:36 • 2min

Exploring the Digitization and Translation of Old Hebrew Tapes

03:32 • 2min

Exploring Building Apps, Teaching Python, and Coding for Lawyers

05:49 • 18min

Exploring the Intersection of Law and Programming

23:20 • 20min

Bridging the Gap between Coding Skills and Various Professions

43:02 • 5min

Exploring Pittsburgh's Historical Gems and Landmarks

48:09 • 3min

In this episode of Teaching Python, hosts Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes dive deep into the innovative intersection of law and coding with special guests Morgan Gray and Wes Oliver from Duquesne University's School of Law. This fascinating conversation explores how Python programming is being integrated into the law curriculum to enhance the analytical and information processing skills of law students. The episode kicks off with introductions and personal anecdotes, setting the stage for a thought-provoking discussion about the future of legal education.

Morgan and Wes share their unique journey of incorporating Python into their legal courses, detailing their beginning stages and the progression they've seen in their students. They discuss the challenges and rewards of teaching coding to future lawyers and the significant benefits it provides to their legal studies and careers. Through real-life examples and success stories, listeners gain insight into how Python is not only a tool for software development but also a powerful aid in legal problem-solving and decision-making.

The episode wraps up with a look at the broader implications and future opportunities for law graduates who possess coding skills. Sean and Kelly highlight the feedback from employers and the growing demand for tech-savvy lawyers in the industry. Whether you're a law student, educator, or tech enthusiast, this episode offers a compelling look at how the integration of coding into non-traditional fields can open new avenues for innovation and efficiency.

Special Guests: Morgan Gray and Wes Oliver.

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Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University — We educate lawyers to preserve the highest ideals of our profession and to promote equal justice and democratic discourse through leadership, service, and civic engagement. As a student at Duquesne Kline, you will receive a well-rounded legal education full of opportunities to practically apply your coursework—through our clinics, our appellate programs, and innovative offerings, like our Leadership Fellows Program and JD/ MBA program.
Professors present groundbreaking “Coding for Lawyers” course at Python Education Summit — Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University Professor Wesley Oliver and Adjunct Professor Morgan Gray, L’19, recently presented at the Python Education Summit (PyCon) in Pittsburgh.