The Competitive Advantages AI Brings To Litigation Firms

This episode of 'Adventures in Legal Tech' explores the adoption trajectory, pitfalls, and interplay with human expertise. The post The Competitive Advantages AI Brings To Litigation Firms appeared first on Above the Law.

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The Competitive Advantages AI Brings To Litigation Firms
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Gone are the days when clients were wary of their lawyers using artificial intelligence.

Instead, many clients today are demanding to know how their law firms are becoming more efficient. And the ones with the best answers have big competitive advantages.

On this episode of “Adventures in Legal Tech,” host Jared Correia speaks with Kim Bookout of Opus 2 about how law firms are leveraging AI: the biggest pitfalls, the adoption trajectory, and how it can enhance, not replace, expertise.

Here are some insights from their conversation.

The Path to AI Adoption

Using AI for low-risk activities — even non-professional ones — can develop your ability to work with the latest tools. Here, Kim and Jared discuss how knitting can show you the way.

Lawyers’ Biggest Fear?

Adopting any new system brings on at least some uncertainty, which can trigger a lawyer’s aversion to risk. Here, Kim weighs in on the biggest fears surrounding AI.

The Risks of Not Acting

While the use of AI — particularly when it’s not properly implemented — may raise certain risks, the downside of not bringing on the latest technology may be even greater. Here, Kim shares what she’s seeing in the market.

Hear the Full Conversation

Curious to learn more? Check out the full conversation here.

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