AI for Lawyers: How to Get Started

Overview: 

Artificial intelligence is transforming the legal industry with tools for research, drafting, contract review, and case analysis. This course simplifies AI by covering key concepts, common uses, and ways legal professionals can enhance efficiency and accuracy with AI.  

Participants will examine real-world applications of AI in the legal profession, including automating document review and improving client communication. The course will introduce practical tools such as ChatGPT, AI-powered legal research platforms, and contract analysis software, highlighting their functionalities and limitations. Particular attention will be given to how lawyers can responsibly integrate AI into their practice while upholding ethical and professional standards.  

By course completion, attorneys will have a clear plan to integrate AI into their practice. They will understand AI's benefits and risks, learn best practices, and gain steps to effectively use AI-powered legal technology.  

Course Objective: 

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:  

• Understand the fundamentals of AI and how it applies to legal practice.  
• Identify AI-powered tools that can improve legal research, drafting, and document review.  
• Implement best practices for integrating AI into legal workflows while maintaining ethical and professional standards.  

Target Audience: 

• Attorneys and legal professionals  
• Law firm administrators  
• In-house counsel  
• Legal operations professionals  
• Law students and legal researchers  

Basic Knowledge:

• Basic understanding of legal research and writing  
• General familiarity with legal technology and case management software  
• No prior knowledge of AI is required