In this discussion, Brooke Quist, a partner at Seed IP specializing in intellectual property law, and Michael Wiggins, Chief Legal Officer at Fresh Consulting with a background in molecular biology, explore the evolving landscape of AI in legal practice. They delve into AI's rising influence, its strengths and weaknesses, and the unique challenges posed by shadow AI. Practical advice on proprietary versus third-party AI solutions is shared, alongside insights into the future of AI advancements and their ethical implications in intellectual property.