From Code to Clause: In-House Essentials for Negotiating AI Software Agreements

As artificial intelligence becomes embedded across business operations, in-house legal teams are increasingly responsible for negotiating technology agreements that account for how AI actually functions. Unlike traditional software, AI systems introduce new complexities around data flows, training inputs, model behavior, intellectual property ownership, regulatory exposure, and ongoing monitoring. These realities demand a contracting approach that is both technically informed and strategically aligned with enterprise risk. For today’s corporate legal departments, understanding the mechanics of AI is now essential to drafting enforceable, business-ready contract terms.

Join us on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, for an in-person program featuring Laura Belmont, General Counsel at Civis Analytics, and Matt Kohel, Partner at Saul Ewing. Together, they will translate complex AI concepts into practical guidance for in-house counsel, walking through the four foundational pillars of effective AI software agreements. Through real-world examples and negotiation strategies, this session will equip legal teams to proactively manage AI-related risk and craft contract terms that reflect how AI products truly operate.

Event Schedule (In Person Only)

• 2:00–2:30 PM: Registration
• 2:30–4:00 PM: Panel Discussion
• 4:00–5:00 PM: Cocktail Networking Reception

Key Takeaways

• How to define the AI use case and map information flows to anchor performance, compliance, and risk allocation
• Strategies for managing data rights and IP ownership across training data, model inputs, and AI-generated outputs
• Approaches to structuring warranties, indemnities, and liability caps to address AI-specific risks and unpredictable model behavior
• How to craft audit and oversight provisions that support compliance with emerging AI regulations while maintaining workable vendor relationships

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for in-house counsel advising on commercial contracting, technology procurement, AI governance, privacy, IP, or enterprise risk management. It is particularly valuable for legal teams evaluating AI vendors, negotiating agreements involving generative or machine learning capabilities, or building internal frameworks to responsibly deploy AI across the organization.

There is NO COST to attend this program!

This program is FREE, thanks to our gracious sponsor, Saul Ewing!