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AI in Law: Transforming Legal Practices
Artificial Intelligence (AI) may appear to be a recent discovery, but it has been present in our lives for years through various AI-driven products and technologies. Autonomous vehicles, facial recognition systems, and recommendation algorithms all exemplify the integration of AI into our everyday routines. This development may seem beneficial, but it is important to understand the implications this technology can pose on the legal profession.
The progress made in AI software development has brought unprecedented capabilities and potential across various sectors, including the field of law. This shows the potential to reshape all industries as we know them today.
"As an Intellectual Property attorney, I witness firsthand the increasing intersections between AI and the legal field," Marina Biragova, executive director of the SULC Technology & Entrepreneurship Clinic. "The rapid advancement of AI technology prompts novel legal challenges that require legal expertise and, in some cases, interference."
Lawyers and lawmakers are increasingly directing their attention to matters related to AI liability, accountability, and intellectual property rights concerning AI-generated content. As AI technology becomes more capable of creating original works, it raises many questions regarding the ownership, protection, and commercialization of these AI-generated products.
"When it comes to the use of AI in the legal profession, one of the most significant concerns revolves around professionalism and competence," said Biragova. "As lawyers, we must provide competent and diligent representation to our clients that include understanding the limitations and potential biases of AI products and the potential harm that can arise from excessive reliance on AI without proper supervision."
It's also important for students to use a clear approach to AI technology. Should academic institutions establish guidelines and frameworks for responsible AI use? Without such parameters, determining what constitutes ethical or unethical AI use by students may become a challenging and subjective task.
As society’s use of AI increases, so do the associated risks. Users should remain ethical when using this fast-paced technology and carefully ensure we follow proper protocol in legal intuitions, firms, classrooms, and more.
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