Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Leading Legal Guidance in the Age of AI Innovation

As artificial intelligence reshapes industries and business models, organizations need legal counsel that understands both the technical foundations and evolving legal landscape of AI. Our attorneys combine deep technical expertise with advanced AI governance training, including certifications from IAPP and Wharton Online, to provide comprehensive guidance on technology contracts, privacy law, internet policies, and intellectual property protection in the AI space.

Our Expertise Across the AI Landscape

AI Development Companies

We understand the unique challenges faced by companies developing AI solutions. Our services include:

Drafting and negotiating AI development agreements
Structuring data licensing and model training frameworks
Developing comprehensive IP protection strategies
Creating model deployment agreements
Advising on training data compliance
Structuring testing and validation protocols
Crafting AI warranties and limitations of liability

Enterprise AI

Implementation For organizations implementing AI solutions, we offer focused legal support:

Drafting and negotiating AI procurement agreements
Advising on compliance with AI governance frameworks
Developing implementation and integration agreements
Creating acceptable use policies
Advising on data processing requirements
Structuring vendor assessment programs
Managing algorithmic accountability

AI Platform Providers

We provide specialized support for AI platform companies:

Negotiating platform access agreements
Developing terms of service for AI platforms
Advising on compliance with emerging AI regulations
Crafting API licensing agreements
Advising on model deployment requirements
Structuring partnership agreements
Managing compute resource commitments

Our Focused Approach to AI Law and Governance

AI Contract Excellence. We excel in drafting and negotiating agreements that address the unique aspects of AI systems, including data rights, model ownership, and performance metrics.

Regulatory Compliance. We help you navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of AI regulation:

EU AI Act requirements and compliance
US state and federal AI regulations
Industry-specific AI guidelines
Algorithmic accountability frameworks
AI risk assessment protocols

AI Ethics and Governance. We develop comprehensive frameworks that promote responsible AI development:

AI ethics policies and guidelines
Bias testing and mitigation protocols
Model governance frameworks
Transparency requirements
Fairness assessments

Comprehensive IP Protection. We offer specialized IP services for AI innovation:

Trademark Strategy: Protection for AI-powered products and services
Copyright Protection: Securing rights in AI-generated content
Trade Secret Programs: Safeguarding proprietary algorithms and models
Patents: While we don't file or prosecute patent applications, we maintain a network of trusted patent attorneys and can provide introductions. We also work with you and your patent counsel on patent strategy, licensing, and transfer.

Emerging AI Issues. Our attorneys stay at the forefront of emerging AI legal issues:

Language Models, Foundation Models
Generative AI
Reasoning Models
Agentic AI
Edge AI and IoT Integration
AI in Regulated Industries
Open Source AI

Why Choose Us

Implementation. For organizations implementing AI solutions, we offer focused legal support:

Drafting and negotiating AI procurement agreements
Advising on compliance with AI governance frameworks
Developing implementation and integration agreements
Creating acceptable use policies
Advising on data processing requirements
Structuring vendor assessment programs
Managing algorithmic accountability

Presentations

Video: Wilftek webinar with guest Richard Connor: "Cybersecurity Compliance in the Age of AI"

For Wilftek's webinar on May 29, 2025, Josh Waterston was joined by guest Richard Connor, founder of Lockstock Analytics, for a rapid-fire and engaging discussion on ways to protect your business in the fast-moving world of AI, law, and cybersecurity.

Josh Waterston

May 29, 2025

2025 PBI Technology Institute presentation: "Help! My AI Ate My IP! - Creating and Protecting Intellectual Property When Using AI Tools"

In this presentation, Fred Wilf and Josh Waterston reviewed the impact of advances in AI and recent guidance from the Copyright Office and USPTO, and discussed practical approaches to creating and protecting intellectual property when using artificial intelligence tools.

Fred Wilf, Josh Waterston

March 7, 2025

2024 PBI Data Privacy Update presentation on Artificial Intelligence and Privacy

Josh Waterston and Dr. Jennifer Wagner discussed the impact of AI on privacy, how governments and businesses are balancing these benefits and risks, and shared pro tips on how to comply with laws and stay ahead of the curve

Josh Waterston

November 15, 2024

2024 PBI Technology Institute presentation: "Who Owns That?: Guiding Intellectual Property Clients Through the A.I. Labyrinth"

In this presentation, Fred Wilf, Josh Waterston, and Lewis Sorokin discussed intellectual property issues posed by AI, including recent litigation, proposals for legislation and regulation, current efforts by individuals and the tech industry to mitigate IP risks, and best practices for both clients and lawyers in an era of uncertainty. Attendees gained the insights necessary to effectively counsel clients on the issues facing this groundbreaking new technology.

Fred Wilf, Josh Waterston, Lewis Sorokin

April 25, 2024

Video: From DABUS to Ghostwriter977: Legal Issues With GenAI in Arts and Music

Video of Fred Wilf and Lewis Sorokin's panel presentation with Dr. Rebecca Mercuri at the Trenton Computer Festival 2024, discussing the AI and IP legal landscape, including questions of fair use, and discussing stem splitting in music, as well as Thaler, Zarya of the Dawn, and more.

Fred Wilf, Lewis Sorokin

April 3, 2024

From DABUS to Ghostwriter977: Legal Issues With GenAI in Arts and Music

Fred Wilf and Lewis Sorokin spoke on a panel moderated by Dr. Rebecca Mercuri at the Trenton Computer Festival 2024, discussing the AI legal landscape from Thaler to Zarya of the Dawn and beyond.

Fred Wilf, Lewis Sorokin

March 16, 2024