September 6, 2024

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AI in Making : Making of Foe to Friend in the Transformation of the Legal Industry

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Overview:

  • Initial fear of AI in the legal system and its unexpected outcome.
  • Integration of AI into law as an aiding force.
  • The symbiotic relationship of AI and law with the creation of LawBOTS.
  • AI’s contributions in changing society and public welfare legally.

The Legal realm is the most ancient and oriented field, and has developed through many revolutions, amendments, and historical events.  However, AI, a toddler in the modern world, is indeed essential, making its use inevitable to embrace it. The collision of these two fields might seem unusual, but it is profoundly important for new-age lawyers to comprehend. This blog subtly unveils the intricacies of the syllogisms common to both fields.

The Initial Resistance to AI in Law

Since its inception the introduction of any form of technology has been highly controversial in the legal field.  It was a matter of concern for lawyers and other professionals to compete with such technology , especially when conducting thorough research. There has been a risk of losing out on jobs as AI replaces many essential services. However, the most alarming scare was the potential impact on societal aspects of justice. This can alter judicial precedents and even the perception of judges. 

The hurdles mainly surround not just the loss of jobs but the risk of completely losing out on equality and good faith. The very circumstance of a non-living system ruling the judicial process has been frightening and unsettling. This could create havoc in society and affect many intuitions such as marriage, crime rates, and educational opportunities. 

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The Shift Toward Acceptance

Most surprisingly, the concept of AI has integrated into the legal industry, fostering a symbiotic relationship between technology and humanity. Although there was initial speculation on the use of such technology AI has made it an even more efficient system. This transformative shift in the technological legal industry benefits lawyers in accelerating their legal research. Moreover, it also helps decode judicial cases instantly. Hectic and stressful tasks such as document reviewing, contract summarisation, and research can be handled by AI.  Naturally, the communication, and argumentative skills could be better focused upon giving by the lawyers. This not only ensures hassle-free work but also makes access to legal advice at a cheaper and quicker rate. 

The introduction of Legal Artificial Intelligence world has made endless facts simplified and efficient. So, gone are the days when courts were filled with stacks of paper files feeding termites and clueless magistrates.

The role of literature in law is more essential than it actually seems, as it needs to be convincing enough. This is not very easily doable as the hassle of managing dates and clientele is taxing. This can be aided with the help of AI. This moreover enhances the role of women in the legal field to become successful women lawyers. This is because it helps ease the bias of efficiency by neutralizing the tasks.

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Transforming Legal Practice

This combination of faster legal fields has transformed the legal system and continues to transform many lives. Especially for the poor and underprivileged where legal service can be more approachable. In terms of the dates of hearings, it makes the entire monetary aspect much more affordable to the underprivileged. On the contrary, individuals who cannot afford court cases get a faster route to justice by relaxing legal aid centers.

In the corporate field as well, corporate lawyers can finally escape the loop of agreements or mundane presentations. Instead, they focus on working on interesting cases to explore and represent their clients’ problems in the best manner possible. The most beneficial aspect of corporate lawyers is the international perspective expands their services and creates a richer base of clientele. This makes the lives of corporate lawyers not just easy but also boosts their productivity and enables them to connect across borders.

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Ironically, another impact of AI is the legal representation of related coverages such as copyright deception, and concealment of identity. The legal industry’s transformation is far from complete, but AI’s impact is undeniable.

Conclusion

At the end of the day,  it is even merrier to discover that no replacement of a skilled lawyer can take place. It is to work with empathy, trust, conscience, and humanity, which can only be found in the homosapiens. Moreover, the transformation of the legal field into an efficient and hassle-free one has made the system approachable.  This will also help society develop trust in the judiciary. It’s a win for all.

FAQs

What are the primary challenges faced by lawyers after the inclusion of AI?

The most challenging aspect faced by lawyers is adapting to such changes. AI works faster and more efficiently making researching skills a competitive area for lawyers. However, a humanistic approach is always required for any legal document to stand

Is the corporate field any less impacted than the litigation industry?

No, as both fields require time management, efficient writing skills, and judicial precedents, AI overlaps in both of the fields parallel. However, it is important to note that the corporate field focuses on documentation more than argumentative skills. This can, however, be tackled through a practical and collaborative approach.

How can a lawyer gear up to coexist with the AI?

It is now possible to co-exist with AI by letting AI do the hectic tasks! Yes, you read that right. By simply focusing on our creativity and uniqueness, we can form a symbiotic relationship.  

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