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Contract Interpretation and Artificial Intelligence
Contract Interpretation and Artificial Intelligence

Author(s): Elisa Arietti, Jan Smítal
Subject(s): Law, Constitution, Jurisprudence, International Law, Philosophy of Law, Methodology and research technology, Commercial Law, Comparative Law, Administrative Law
Published by: Univerzita Karlova v Praze, Nakladatelství Karolinum
Keywords: Generative AI; contract interpretation; LLM; transnational transactions

Summary/Abstract: This paper analyzes how artificial intelligence (AI) can impact contract interpretation in transnational transactions. It explores the challenges posed by differing legal systems and interpretative principles like subjective intent and objective meaning. AI’s ability to detect multiple plausible meanings and resolve ambiguities in contracts is examined, along with its potential to improve efficiency and neutrality of the drafting process. Furthermore, risks such as bias, ethical issues, and resistance to AI from the legal community and practitioners are considered in this study, ultimately advocating for a balanced use of AI alongside human oversight to ensure legitimacy and compatibility with diverse legal frameworks.

  • Issue Year: 71/2025
  • Issue No: 4
  • Page Range: 161-186
  • Page Count: 26
  • Language: English
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