"Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant concept for the legal profession-it is already embedded in daily practice. A new study conducted by Anidjar & Levine reveals that while AI is transforming workflows and reshaping courtroom advocacy, the profession is grappling with profound questions of ethics, oversight, and public trust. The findings highlight a paradox: lawyers are embracing AI for its efficiency yet remain deeply cautious about its risks."
"According to the study, 54.4% of legal professionals identify time savings as the primary benefit, freeing attorneys to focus on strategy, negotiation, and client advocacy. For example, AI-driven research platforms can scan thousands of cases in seconds, while contract review tools can flag anomalies that might otherwise take hours of manual work. This shift is particularly significant for smaller firms, which often lack the resources of larger competitors. By automating repetitive tasks, AI is leveling the playing field."
Artificial intelligence is embedded in daily legal practice, with 70% of law firms having adopted at least one form of AI. Common applications include document summarization (72% in 2024, projected 74% in 2025), brief or memo drafting (59%), and contract drafting (51% in 2024, expected 58% in 2025). Legal professionals report time savings as the primary benefit (54.4%), allowing focus on strategy, negotiation, and client advocacy. Accuracy and hallucinations present serious risks: 74.7% cite accuracy as the top concern; Westlaw AI produced hallucinations in 34% of tests and Lexis+ AI showed error rates above 17%. Errors have resulted in disciplinary action and raised ethical, oversight, and public trust challenges.
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