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The Imperative of AI in Legal Education: A Call to Action From Northwestern Law Professor Dan Linna

Kevin O'Keefe

Could you imagine a law student interviewing for a clerkship and telling a firm that they use ChatGPT, some, on their own, but they can’t use the free legal research tools at the law school being used by students at other law schools because their law school has “outlawed AI.”

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Chief Justice Roberts Offers a Positive Perspective on AI in the Legal Field

Kevin O'Keefe

It streamlines research, document review, and case management, allowing for a “just, speedy, and inexpensive” resolution of cases, making it possible for the parties and the courts to comply with Rule 1 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. This indicates its utility in supporting legal research and education.

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Continuing Legal Education for Paralegals

Clio

In the legal industry of today, a paralegal must stay on top of their game. This means seeking out continuing legal education (CLE) that will keep them there. CLE classes are an excellent vehicle for paralegals who want to stay abreast of the latest in legal developments, technology, and vital paralegal skills.

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The Truth About Hallucinations in Legal Research AI: How to Avoid Them and Trust Your Sources

LLRX

After that case, which resulted in a media frenzy and (somewhat mild) court sanctions, many attorneys are wary of using generative AI for legal research. And some legal tasks are less affected by hallucinations. But vendors are working to limit hallucinations and increase trust.

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Stay in Your Lane

Trial Technology

Competent representation requires the legal knowledge, skill, thoroughness and preparation reasonably necessary for the representation. From ChatGPT: A: There could be several reasons why a lawyer might use ChatGPT to cite a case or seek legal information. Comment 8: Maintaining Competence. “ Here are a few possibilities: 1.

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Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Credits: A Complete Guide to Lawyers

CaseFox

Working in a complex and ever-changing legal environment requires lawyers to stay updated with legal technology , compliances, court rulings, and other industry advancements. Continuing legal education credits help lawyers stay updated. If you are not already familiar with legal education credits.

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Experiments with ChatGPT: Don’t Panic, the Robots Are Not Writing Your Students’ Legal Memos

3 Geeks and a Law Blog

[Note: Please welcome guest bloggers Jennifer Wondracek , Director of the Law Library, Professor of Legal Research & Writing at Capital University Law School, and Rebecca Rich , Assistant Dean for the Law Library and Technology Services, and Assistant Teaching Professor at Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law. –