JUST AI-BLOC EU is a 24-month judicial training project co-financed by the European Union under the Justice Programme. The project is managed by the European Institute of Public Administration (EIPA) and implemented through a transnational consortium. Its objective is to equip judges, prosecutors, lawyers and judicial officers with practical, regulatory and linguistic skills enabling them to work effectively with Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain in both civil and criminal justice.
Project partners
The JUST AI-BLOC EU consortium brings together the following partners:
- European Institute of Public Administration (EIPA) – Netherlands / Luxembourg – Project
- coordinator and manager
- Union Européenne des Huissiers de Justice (UEHJ) – Belgium – European professional organisation of judicial officers
- National Institute of Justice – Bulgaria
- Krajowa Szkoła Sądownictwa i Prokuratury – Poland
- École de formation professionnelle des avocats du ressort de la Cour d’appel de Paris – France
- Consejo General de la Abogacía Española – Spain
Legal English seminars (in person – 1.5 days)
- Brussels, 31 March–1 April 2026 Legal English: Navigating the EU AI Act : This seminar focuses on legal English skills applied to the EU Artificial Intelligence Act and its impact on the justice sector.
- Krakow, 23–24 February 2027 – Legal English: Navigating Blockchain Technology in the EU : This seminar addresses legal and technical English related to Blockchain, digital assets and EU regulatory frameworks.
Train the Trainers workshops (online – 1 day)
- 19 May 2026 – AI and the Justice Sector in Civil Matters
- 02 July 2026 – AI and Law Enforcement
- 20 April 2027 – Blockchain Technology in the EU: Regulatory Frameworks and Practical Applications
Interprofessional conferences (in person – 1.5 days)
- Luxembourg, 29–30 September 2026 : AI and the Justice Sector in the EU Regulatory Landscape (Civil Matters)
- Sofia, 1–2 December 2026 : AI and the Justice Sector in the EU Regulatory Landscape (Criminal Matters)
- Dublin, 29–30 June 2027 : Blockchain Technology and the Justice Sector in the EU Regulatory Landscape
- Madrid, 21–22 September 2027 : Smart Contracts and Assignment of Claim
Participation conditions and registration
Participation in JUST AI-BLOC EU training is open to legal professionals from EU Member States. Registration is made via an online application form. Interested candidates can apply by clicking on this link: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
For each training course, the UEHJ has eight places available. Where the number of applications exceeds the available places, a selection procedure will be carried out by the UEHJ to ensure a balanced representation in terms of profession, geographical origin and relevance to the project objectives.
The working language of all activities is English. A minimum English level of B2 (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) is required to ensure effective participation in discussions and interactive exercises.
Financial conditions and commitments
Thanks to the co-financing by the European Union, participation in JUST AI-BLOC EU training is fully supported. Flights, accommodation, lunches and training costs are covered by the project, in accordance with the applicable EU financial rules.
Participants are required to commit to attending the full training for which they are selected. Any cancellation after confirmation may result in the obligation to reimburse costs already incurred, travel and accommodation expenses, in line with project rules and EU grant conditions.
Conclusion
JUST AI-BLOC EU represents a concrete and timely response to the digital transformation of justice in Europe. By combining legal expertise, technological insight and pedagogical innovation, the project strengthens the capacity of legal professionals to navigate AI and Blockchain responsibly and in full compliance with EU law.
Through the active involvement of EIPA as project manager and a strong consortium of judicial and professional organizations, including the UEHJ, JUST AI-BLOC EU contributes to building a modern, trustworthy and interconnected European justice area, firmly grounded in the rule of law and fundamental rights
For further information and registration, interested professionals are invited to consult the project communication channels and apply via the online registration form.
