As the legal industry grapples with the enormous potential and myriad implications of artificial intelligence (AI), clients are driving increased demand for AI-focused legal expertise. This phenomenon is leading to a significant uptick in the number of large law firms that are investing resources to meet these demands. To keep pace with clients’ needs, many firms are launching dedicated AI client practices, crafting new AI-centric products, and attracting professionals with significant technical expertise to their teams.
AI, while not new to some law firms, has seen a significant increase in demand for its use in the legal field, an explosion that extends beyond tech companies and startups developing AI technology. The influence of ChatGPT stands out particularly in this context, acting as a catalyst in propelling this demand.
The growing demand for AI advice and the concurrent adoption of AI across law firms themselves suggests a trend towards embracing the potentials of digital innovation within the legal sector, despite any lingering skepticism.
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