Demystifying AI for Barristers: Opportunities, Challenges, and Ethical Considerations

Julia Nelson writes for The Barrister Magazine.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries and professions and the Bar is no exception. Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs), like ChatGPT, offer barristers wide ranging helpful tools including for research, drafting, and case analysis. However the use of AI where we have sensitive client data also raises ethical, regulatory, and professional concerns.

Understanding AI’s capabilities and limitations is crucial for its responsible integration into any barristers’ practice. This article explores AI’s nature, existing guidance, its benefits and risks, and its future in the profession.

To read Julia’s article, please click here.