In the last year, rapid advancements in AI technologies have captivated public attention. With more AI systems being made available to the public, AI has progressed from the theoretical to an imminent reality. However, the prospect of widespread adoption of AI systems has also triggered numerous concerns, as this technology threatens to radically alter many aspects of life and work.

As with many other industries, the advancement and integration of AI technologies promises to make the practice of law more efficient and cost-effective. In fact, certain AI technologies have already been incorporated into the practice of law. For example, AI technology has long been used to optimize the review of legal documents, automate the process of discovery, and aid in legal research.

More recent innovations in generative AI technologies (applications like ChatGPT or DALL-E that generate new content, including text and images) have the potential to transform the legal industry even further. Despite AI technology’s great potential, the ethical concerns surrounding these systems are especially relevant to the practice of law. Legal professionals in particular must take into account the potential risks associated with these emerging technologies.

As rapidly advancing AI systems continue to disrupt the practice of law, legal professionals must ensure they maintain technological competency. Read the complete article published both in Reuters Legal below and in Westlaw Today here.