About Elizabeth
Elizabeth Rothman is a prominent attorney, author, and thought leader in Los Angeles, California, She is an established leader at the nexus of law and advanced technology. Her legal career, exceeding a decade, is marked by a deep engagement in intellectual property, contracts, healthcare, and the evolving technological landscape. She is known for her insightful analyses of the legal,  societal, and ethical implications of technological advancements,

Elizabeth is currently serving as co-editor (with Ryan Abbott) for a first of its kind "Concise Encyclopedia on AI and the Law" for Edward Elgar Publishing. She frequently shares her expertise through publications and speaking engagements and is uniquely positioned to drive a transformative shift in our relationship with technology. through the combination of her legal, technical, and humanitarian experience and knowledge. ​

Elizabeth has expertise in artificial intelligence, healthcare, metaverse technology regulation, cryptocurrency, blockchain, and extended reality. Her expertise is underpinned by certifications in Blockchain Solutions Architecture and Python coding, coupled with an executive certificate from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) on Artificial Intelligence: Implications on Business Strategy. 

Her commitment to education and sharing knowledge, as well as tackling issues of importance for our future, is evident through her engagement as an instructor for specialized programs at Harvard Law School and the World Intellectual Property Organization, focusing on patent law in relation to global public health. ​

Elizabeth's role as a Senior Legal Affairs and Digital Trust Advisor for the X Reality Safety Intelligence (XRSI) positions her at the forefront of shaping privacy and safety standards in emerging digital environments and advising Fortune 500 companies, world governments, and international agencies. She sits on the Board of Directors for the Metaverse Standards Forum and her involvement with the Artificial Inventor Project and The Cantellus Group as an advisor further showcases her influence in emerging technology.
 
She helped draft an "Open Standard for Responsible AI" with the World Ethical Data Foundation and in recent years assisted with the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), through the Uniform Law Commission, on amendments on emerging technologies, and the working group on Digital Assets and Private Law with the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT).  In addition, she has been published by the American Bar Association, European Intellectual Property Review (EIPR), American Intellectual Property Lawyers Association, Cutter Consortium, Florida Law Review, Edward Elgar Publications, IP WatchDog, California Lawyers Daily Journal, LexDAO, and Cantellus Group Insights, among others.

Elizabeth frequently speaks at conferences and events and has been included on expert panels and as a reviewer for countless organizations including, The Economist, The American Bar Association, Beverly Hills Bar Association, California Lawyers Association, Kaplan Education, Alhurra Television, Responsible Metaverse Alliance, MKAI, Metaverse Safety Week. AccelPro, Building the Open Metaverse, LAVNCH[Code], Frontier Collective, SuperRare, Lexline, Augmented World Expo (AWE), Artificial Intelligence Los Angeles (AILA), World Ethical Data Foundation, Wonder Women Tech, and LACMA, among others. 

​Beyond her legal expertise, Elizabeth's commitment to mindfulness and wellness, beginning in her teenage years, and adds a unique dimension to her leadership. She has been meditating for over 20 years and her personal journey is enriched by past experience in the wellness and non-profit industries which ingrained in her a deep understanding of the importance of balance and human connectedness.

A substantial focus of her early law practice was in healthcare. In 2019 she published a book, "The Missing Module," to teach physicians some of the concepts in employment contracts that are not taught during medical training. She lectures frequently to residents and fellows at USC, UCLA, Cedars-Sinai, and Kaiser about the importance of negotiating employment and contractor agreements before signing. She maintains her contract practice assisting physicians at all stages of their careers.

​Elizabeth unites her diverse skills and experiences to guide individuals and organizations towards a future where technology enhances human connection and ethical considerations are paramount. Her leadership not only steers the company but also shapes a path for a society that thrives alongside technology, prioritizing mindful and responsible use. 

Elizabeth's educational journey began at Lewis and Clark Law School, where she honed her focus on business and health law, earning recognition as an outstanding clinical advocate for her work serving low-income individuals. Elizabeth has experience working in the non-profit sector, having worked for the Community Development Law Center in Portland and in Non-Profit Development for UCLA in Los Angeles.