AI in the Courtroom: Exploring the Impact, Ethics & Future of Artificial Intelligence in the Practice of Law
Artificial intelligence is changing how Illinois lawyers research, draft, and serve clients. Join the Honorable Jeffrey A. Goffinet, former Associate Judge for the First Judicial Circuit Court, for a candid look at what AI means for your practice, the ethical lines you need to know, and where the technology is headed.
When: Thursday, October 15, 2026, 4:30 p.m.
Where: Morello's | Restaurant & Catering, 217 E Poplar St, Harrisburg, IL 62946
Presented jointly by the Southeastern Illinois Bar Association, ISBA Mutual Insurance Company, and the Illinois State Bar Association Rural Practice Section Council.
Earn CLE credit: 1.25 hours of Professional Responsibility MCLE Credit
Stay informed: Understand the risks and responsibilities of using AI
Network: Connect with colleagues
About Hon. Jeffrey A. Goffinet
Hon. Jeffrey A. Goffinet
Associate Judge
Illinois First Judicial Circuit Court
Judge Jeffrey A. Goffinet currently sits on the major civil docket in Williamson County, IL. He practiced law in southern Illinois for 31 years as a civil litigator. He holds a BS with High Honors in Journalism, a BA with High Honors in Political Science, and a JD Cum Laude from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
Judge Goffinet served as the vice-chair of the Illinois Supreme Court Trial Court Administrators Education Committee and was co-chair of the Illinois Supreme Court Task Force on artificial intelligence. He served as adjunct faculty at the Southern Illinois University School of Law teaching classes on pretrial and trial advocacy. He has taught multiple courses at EdCon, the Illinois judges’ education conference, on digital evidence and civil trials.
Most recently, Judge Goffinet has presented courses on generative artificial intelligence and its impact on the judicial system at the Chicago Bar Association AI2030 conference as a keynote speaker; at the State of Illinois Circuit Clerks conference, Illinois Probation Conference, Conference of the Chief Judges of the Northernmost Circuits (Illinois); the ISBA Allerton Conference, Jackson County Bar Joint CLE, and multiple others.
Reserve Your Seat for October 15th
Join us in Harrisburg for an evening of practical insight on AI and the law, and earn 1.25 hours of professional responsibility MCLE credit while you're there.
Spend time with colleagues and hear directly from Judge Goffinet on the risks and responsibilities of using AI in your practice. Register below to save your spot!