This week there was a discussion about whether AI should come anywhere near the final product of the companies that use it. As far as we can tell, the conclusion was that the issue is always more about human judgement than about artificial intelligence.
We agree.
In legal work, AI can help with reading through documents, summarising judgments and other legal sources, and even setting up a timeline. The preparation can be mechanical. The review and the responsibility are not.
Lawyers cannot let AI write what they ultimately send out — let alone bear responsibility for their work. Responsible use means that every single word is read by a person who verifies every citation and puts their name to it.
If you are looking for legal assistance and receive a quote, ask: Who does the review? The answer tells you more than the hourly rate.