In this conversation, Hilary Gerzhoy, a legal ethics and malpractice litigator, dives deep into the complex world of AI in the legal field. She explores the ethical risks, like confidentiality, that lawyers face when adopting AI technologies. The discussion highlights the evolving billing models and the potential impact of AI on accessibility to legal services. Gerzhoy emphasizes the importance of viewing AI as a thought partner, enhancing critical thinking rather than displacing jobs, and shares insights on how to navigate these changes responsibly.

Hilary Gerzhoy, Vice Chair of HWG LLP's Legal Ethics and Malpractice group, discusses her journey to becoming a lawyer, the unique nature of legal ethics and malpractice work, the future of legal work and AI, the surge in high-profile legal ethics cases, joining legal committees and making connections, and advice for those entering the legal profession.