Access to Justice, AI, and the Unauthorized Practice of Law
July 28, 2026
By Anne Hickey, PBI Sheehan Scholar As information technology continues to advance and evolve, new opportunities and new challenges arise for access to justice organizations. Technological advances have paved the way for online resources and tools that help individuals navigate legal issues efficiently and cost-effectively. At the same time, the legal profession is exploring new strategies to engage professionals who are not lawyers in access-to-justice solutions. However, where there is less attorney oversight, more automated assistance/programs, or both, access to justice organizations face more legal challenges alleging the unauthorized practice of law. Update on Upsolve and UPL Restrictions in New