As we witness the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across various sectors, the legal profession is no exception. AI’s impact on the nature of legal services is potentially significant, with many law firms and in-house legal counsel examining AI adoption while simultaneously seeking to educate themselves. In this vein, understanding AI’s implications and potential liability…
The emergence and rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) within legal services is creating extraordinary opportunities for legal professionals. Many law firms and legal entities are adopting AI/ML technologies to assist with tasks like research, document analysis, and case prediction, significantly revolutionising branches of the industry. However, the plurality of legal…
In the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, Andrew Perlman, the Dean of Suffolk University Law School, delivered a keynote speech at the CLOC Global Institute that shed light on his vision of AI’s trajectory for the coming decade. Describing artificial intelligence as one of the most significant technologies ever created, Perlman believes it will have…
In a recent development, Sullivan & Cromwell, a prominent global law firm, announced the launch of its artificial intelligence (AI) practice. This division within the firm aims to provide legal counsel on issues related to the adoption, deployment, and commercialisation of AI. According to Bloomberg Law, this move makes Sullivan & Cromwell one of the…
The American Bar Association’s ethics panel spontaneously issued an ethics opinion on the usage of listservs by lawyers – a technology whose adoption is considerably declining. This has raised questions about the timeliness of the decision. Lawyers have been interacting with each other on listservs for around 30 years. One of the earliest and most…
As the corporate world continues to navigate the matrix of American data privacy legislation, a new proposed solution is the topic of fervent discussions – The American Privacy Rights Act (APRA). The question is, will it succeed? The relevance of data privacy stands at an all-time high. With the accelerating adoption of artificial intelligence tools,…
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) recently ruled that Albania had violated the right to court access and the right to private and family life of one of its citizens, whose son was severely injured at school. The young boy, struck by another student in 2011, suffered a loss of vision in one eye….
At the recent CLOC Global Institute, several legal teams from leading companies shared interactive sessions and panels. Amongst the interesting insights and experiences shared, one stand-out topic was the use of Generative AI within legal teams. Notably, Tim Fraser, the General Counsel of Toshiba Americas, discussed the challenges associated with adopting this kind of new…
President of Brazil Luiz Inacio Lula de Silva signed a statement on Monday, asking the country’s Congress to recognize a state of public calamity in Rio Grande do Sul. This region located in the southern part of Brazil is facing dire conditions due to massive floods causing considerable damage, and the state of public calamity…
Recent filings from corporations under new SEC cyber-disclosure regulations have provided some noteworthy insights – even if they remain somewhat sparse on details. Among the 13 companies that opted for early adoption of this regulation and disclosed “material” breaches to their systems, the predominant trend has been that of reporting incidents quickly but providing relatively…
In a significant move, the DLA Piper international law firm has lost its physical presence in Colombia after its affiliate, an independent law firm, opted to end the partnership. Law.com reported this development recently, noting its potential implications for DLA Piper’s operations in the region. Both firms, however, released a joint statement stressing their intent…
A former paralegal from Morgan & Morgan PA is suing the law firm in a Florida federal court, due to allegations of unlawful termination. She claims that her dismissal came as a result of her application for time off, a protection granted under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Furthermore, she has accused the…
Within the legal industry, several terms carry inherent connotations that have the power to create a dichotomy among the community. One such term is “nonlawyer”. While seemingly innocuous, the term fosters a culture of exclusion, causing a divide between those who are legally qualified to practice law and those who are not, despite the latter’s…
In a significant policy development, individuals eligible under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program will be able to receive subsidized coverage under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), widely known as Obamacare. The upcoming rule, planned for release by the Biden administration, modifies the parameters for who is considered “lawfully present” and therefore eligible…
The future of the gig economy and the classification of drivers for ride-hailing giants Uber Technologies Inc. and Lyft Inc. face significant legal challenges. Important decisions loom for two Massachusetts courts as they address the ongoing disputes over employee-versus-contractor status. The rulings in these cases could have significant implications, not just for the drivers involved,…
AI is increasingly becoming a game-changer for law firms of every size. This article discusses how generative AI is presenting opportunities and challenges to different sizes of law firms, as they adjust to new ways of working. Thomson Reuters provides a comprehensive guide for implementing AI in legal firms. Generative AI is a type of…
White & Case, one of the world’s leading global law firms, is adding yet another notable name to its roster with one of the most recent hires – Eriko Sakata, the former head of Linklaters Asia Funds, in Tokyo. With over two decades of work experience under her belt, residing at Linklaters, the experience Eriko…
On Monday, the European Commission unveiled that nearly a quarter (24.3 percent to be exact) of new asylum applicants in 2023 were under 18 years old, not including data from France, Poland, and Cyprus. Earlier in 2023, Eurostat announced a 20 percent increase in new asylum claims across the EU, bringing the total to roughly…
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies has opened a new frontier in the legal realm, sparking debates over data privacy, security, and ethical implications. As these complex tools become increasingly prominent and capable, the role of the law firm in managing their adoption and use is fast becoming a focal point of these discussions….
Attentive legal professionals might want to turn their gaze to the recent trend of major law firms utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) in order to gain a competitive edge in the market. This is the implication of a recent article published on Above the Law, which features an interview with a Biglaw leader discussing his firm’s…
Legal technology sectors brace themselves for an expansion in market value, as an analysis from Gartner Inc. predicts the legal tech market to reach $50 billion by 2027. This is a notable growth, up from around $23 billion in 2022, and is reportedly fueled by the recent generative artificial intelligence boom. Bloomberg Law shared this…
Welcome back to the Big Law Business column. Today, we are exploring DLA Piper’s strategic approach towards embracing Artificial Intelligence (AI). DLA Piper’s US vice chair, Loren Brown, stands out among law firm leaders due to his ability to articulate a business plan centred around generative AI. His strategy focuses on harnessing AI-related work today,…
While surrogacy has been steadily gaining acceptance in the United States, one constituent in these intricate arrangements has been drawing some negative attention – surrogate brokers. The typical surrogacy arrangement is often amicable, with a woman consciously agreeing to carry a child not genetically hers for intended parents. It’s been a process that numerous individuals…
Generative AI is one of the most pertinent topics in today’s technological landscape, with game-changing implications for multiple sectors – particularly legal work. Firms and legal departments are increasingly showing interest in this technology, seeking to understand its potential benefits and drawbacks. Zach Warren from the Thomson Reuters Institute has provided some insights into the…
In an innovative move for the world of dispute resolution, JAMS, one of the largest providers of commercial arbitration and mediation services globally, has announced the implementation of new rules to govern disputes involving artificial intelligence (AI). On Tuesday, the organization shared its adoption of rules tailored specifically for AI disputes, making it a pioneer…