Category: AI

Erin Palmer, Associate Director, Corporate Pro Bono Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly advancing, prompting a critical dialogue about its regulation and innovation within the legal field. State bar associations and courts are increasingly scrutinizing the use of generative AI tools, striving to balance technology’s transformative potential with the need to safeguard the integrity of legal practice. This regulatory landscape is particularly pertinent as AI promises to enhance the work of pro bono lawyers and revolutionize access to justice for underserved communities. Understanding how regulatory efforts intersect with innovative applications of AI in pro bono legal services sheds light on the

PBI Intern, Riley Kelly Background: Advancements in artificial intelligence technology have the potential to revolutionize legal practice and, in turn, improve pro bono services. With legal service organizations being forced to turn away around 50 percent of potential clients who qualify for pro bono services due to a lack of capacity, pro bono services by lawyers and law firms are vital to narrowing the access to justice gap. AI allows lawyers to significantly increase their efficiency when completing basic tasks such as reviewing documents and drafting letters, accomplishing in minutes what would take humans hours of time. By increasing productivity

By PBI Intern Emily Cardona UPDATE: More resources and information about AI and pro bono… Artificial intelligence (AI) has been championed for its potential to enhance pro bono legal services and help close the large gap between available legal aid and the need for services in the community. To access programming on AI, pro bono, and access to justice, visit: Introduction to AI and Access to Justice Setting the Stage: Introduction to AI  Implementation and Use of AI in Pro Bono Responsible Use of AI in Enhancing Pro Bono For more information about AI and pro bono, visit our Social