Digital Transformation of Jurisprudence in Russia and China: Economic Efficiency and Legal System Adaptation
Abstract
The digital transformation of legal systems represents a fundamental shift in jurisprudence with profound implications for economic development and judicial efficiency. This research conducts a comparative analysis of digitalization processes in the legal frameworks of Russia and China, with particular emphasis on economic effectiveness and systemic adaptations. The study employs a multidisciplinary methodology combining legal analysis, economic assessment, and comparative case studies to evaluate the distinct approaches both countries have developed in response to their unique socioeconomic contexts and technological capabilities. The findings reveal that China has implemented a comprehensive, state-driven digitalization model characterized by extensive integration of artificial intelligence in judicial processes, blockchain implementation in legal documentation, and unified digital platforms for legal services. In contrast, Russia has pursued a decentralized adaptation approach focusing on digitizing existing judicial procedures and developing e-justice platforms amid technological constraints resulting from economic sanctions. The economic analysis demonstrates significant cost reduction in judicial proceedings, decreased case resolution time, and improved accessibility to legal services in both jurisdictions, though through different implementation pathways. The research contributes to theoretical understanding of legal digitalization by developing an evaluative framework for assessing economic efficiency in justice system transformations and identifying optimal adaptation strategies for countries with varying technological bases. The practical significance lies in providing evidence-based recommendations for policymakers seeking to balance technological innovation with legal system stability during digital transformation processes.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Digital Transformation in Law
Education
Law
and Society
Artificial Intelligence in Law
Publication details
- Journal / source
- International Forum on GIS, Digital Economy and Sustainable Development
- Pages
- 508–515
- Publication date
- 11 February 2026
- Language
- EN