Call for papers: Digital Legal Talks 2026

We are thrilled to share the Call for Papers for the 6th edition of our conference, the Digital Legal Talks! Bringing together scholars of different disciplines, the conference aims to foster an interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research, share insights, and discuss the implications of technological advancements on legal practice and policy.We invite junior and senior scholars to submit published or unpublished work.

The conference will take place in Utrecht, on the 27th November and it will be an in-person event. The theme of the conference is Law & Digitalization.

Core topics include:

• Responsible digitalisation & regulation of AI
• Digitalisation of justice systems & dispute resolution
• Technology for law & legal practice
• Digital platforms as infrastructures & enforcers of public interests
• Enforcement, use of technology, and human rights
• Cybersecurity, cybercrime, and cyber investigations
• Data protection and privacy

Timeline:

• Deadline for submission: 22nd June
• Acceptance notification: 20th July
• Conference registration: fall (tba)
• Presentations: 27th November 2026

Submit your extended abstract (up to 700 words) at Oxford Abstracts: https://app.oxfordabstracts.com/stages/82003/submitter

We look forward to seeing you in Utrecht at De Zalen van Zeven, Boothstraat 7!