David Cowan

David Cowan serves as an Assistant Professor in the Law Department at Maynooth University's School of Law. Based in New House, he teaches specialized courses on law and technology intersections and conducts research at the nexus of legal practice and digital innovation.

His research focuses on:

• Legal ethics in technological contexts
• Digital transformation of legal practice
• Communication frameworks for legal professionals
• Regulatory challenges posed by emerging technologies

Dr. Cowan teaches core Law and Technology modules on the LLB programme including LW222: New Perspectives on Law & Technology, LW321: Advanced Perspectives on Law & Technology, and LW479: Critical Approaches in Law & Technology, shaping the next generation of technologically literate legal practitioners.

His scholarly contributions include:

• Effective Communication for Lawyers (2022)

Professional recognition:

• FRSA (Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts) - Royal Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (2021)

Dr. Cowan's work bridges traditional legal education with the rapidly evolving technological landscape, addressing critical questions about how digital innovation transforms legal practice, professional ethics, and the delivery of legal services in contemporary society.