The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in Law

In recent years, one of the hottest issues that has permeated in the legal profession is the expected impact of Artificial Intelligence, a technological advancement that allows computers to look for patters in data, carry out evaluation tests and find results – essentially simulating human intelligence and decision-making. Undoubtedly, the legal profession has been slow to partake with technological changes, often still clinging on to their traditional ways, but the recent years has seen some openness to technology. Artificial Intelligence, however, has sparked a new debate, particularly since it can mean the end of the legal profession or the replacement of many within the industry. After all, with the integration of AI systems, many feel that it would simply fall on to them to accomplish various tasks such as research or determining the type of legal counsel clients need. However, there are those that believe in the potential and capacity of Artificial Intelligence not as the replacement of human lawyers, prosecutors and judges, but as complements for those in the profession.