Navigating AI Ethics in Legal Practice

In this conversation, Hillary Gerzhoy discusses the intersection of legal ethics and artificial intelligence (AI) in the legal profession. She highlights the risks associated with incorporating AI into legal practices, emphasizing the importance of confidentiality and the distinction between open and closed AI systems. The conversation also delves into the supervisory obligations lawyers have when using AI, the challenges of traditional billing models in light of AI efficiencies, and the potential future of AI in making legal services more accessible and affordable. 

Chapters: 

0:00 - Women in AI Summit 

03:45 - AI as a Thought Partner 

06:43 - Introduction to iManage 

14:35 - Introduction of Hilary Gerzhoy 

17:45 - Impact of AI on the Public 

19:35 - Relying on AI Technology 

22:58 - Open vs Closed AI Systems 

25:00 - Billing for AI Services 

27:30 - Innovation vs Profit in AI 

34:34 - AI's Impact on Lawyer Productivity 

35:50 - Access to Justice with AI 

37:35 - Final Thoughts on AI Integration 

37:47 - Advice for Attorneys on AI Implementation