

291: Judge Scott Schlegel Explores the Use of AI in the Court System
17 snips Sep 17, 2024
Judge Scott Schlegel, a tech-savvy appellate judge with a finance background, delves into the intersection of AI and the legal system. He argues for the necessity of legal professionals to understand AI tools, highlighting their potential to streamline processes like jury instructions and document review. The conversation also touches on ethical concerns, the importance of human judgment, and the implications of AI innovations on legal language and copyright. Schlegel's insights point towards a future where technology enhances, rather than replaces, the judicial process.
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Use AI Tools Actively
- Judges and lawyers should use AI tools actively to understand their strengths and weaknesses.
- Avoid feeding confidential or sensitive data into free AI tools to prevent malpractice risks.
Voice Cloning Risks and Benefits
- Voice cloning poses serious risks like elder abuse due to easy-to-create fake voices.
- Yet voice clones could improve jury instructions by making them clearer and easier to follow.
Automate Court Transcripts and Orders
- Use AI to generate court transcripts immediately after hearings for accuracy.
- Layer AI to draft orders promptly, saving time and reducing disputes over what's said.