Abstract
The rapid rise of generative AI tools like ChatGPT in the legal profession has sparked significant ethical and regulatory challenges after a federal judge sanctioned attorneys for citing non-existent cases generated by AI. This incident led to widespread judicial mandates requiring disclosure of AI use and prompted bar associations and ethics committees to address AI’s implications for legal practice. Despite AI’s potential to automate up to 44% of legal tasks, concerns about accuracy and ethical obligations persist. This article argues that the issue lies not with the technology itself but with lawyers neglecting duties of competence and supervision. As generative AI becomes embedded in legal research, drafting, and other functions, this article underscores the urgency for the legal profession to adapt responsibly, balancing innovation with ethical integrity.
Recommended Citation
Browning, Hon. John G.
(2024)
"Let's Chat About ChatGPT: A Practical Guide to Risks in Attorney Use of Generative AI,"
Akron Law Review: Vol. 57:
Iss.
3, Article 1.
Available at:
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/akronlawreview/vol57/iss3/1
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