Artificial Intelligence & Robotics

AI is the future of law, but most legal pros aren’t trained for it, new report says

According to a new Thomson Reuters report, almost everyone thinks that artificial intelligence will be an important part of their jobs within the near future—that is, if they can learn how to use it properly.

Apr 17, 2025 2:46 PM CDT

Why Musk and Dorsey want to ‘delete all IP law’

Elon Musk’s endorsement of a tech leader’s call to “delete all IP law” could all be dismissed as idle social media chatter if Musk didn’t have a track record of turning X posts into U.S. government policy via his prominent role in President Donald Trump’s administration.

Apr 16, 2025 10:55 AM CDT

Generative AI can help overworked immigration lawyers navigate these tumultuous times

Ever since the start of the second Trump administration, immigration lawyers have been busier than ever. Technology, particularly generative artificial intelligence, can help with some of that increased workload.

Apr 16, 2025 8:15 AM CDT

Summit offered research-based roadmap for law firms seeking to implement generative AI

I was honored to facilitate the “What’s Hot?” session for leading large law firm innovation professionals at the 2025 invitation-only Strategic Knowledge & Innovation Legal Leaders’ Summit. Here are some of my key takeaways.

Apr 11, 2025 12:45 PM CDT

‘Patenting Life’ shares tales from a career on the cutting edge of science and the law

Jorge Goldstein entered the fields of science and patent law at a time of immense change for both. In Patenting Life, he shares the fascinating histories behind some well-known medications, lesser-known scientists and groundbreaking court cases.

Apr 9, 2025 8:45 AM CDT

Lawyers have to level up skills in the age of generative AI

Back when using technology meant using tools to correct grammar and spelling or automate documents, lawyers didn’t need much training. But that’s no longer the case—not with the emergence of generative artificial intelligence, a helpful but tricky tool that has the potential to serve up information that sounds plausible but might not be accurate.

Apr 5, 2025 9:15 AM CDT

Judges urge lawyers to embrace AI or risk falling behind

The judges have spoken. At an ABA Techshow panel Friday afternoon in Chicago, three judges handed down their verdict on artificial intelligence: It’s a must-do to survive in law.

Apr 5, 2025 9:00 AM CDT

Techshow spotlights new AI-enabled toys, gadgets for lawyers, including desktop robot pet

It may feel like artificial intelligence has taken over this year’s ABA Techshow. It turns out that Techshow isn’t the only big expo where that is the case.

Apr 4, 2025 3:16 PM CDT

Attendees talk new tools, old concerns at this year’s Techshow

At the 40th annual ABA Techshow taking place this year at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, there were more than 80 scheduled speakers, dozens of sessions and a gigantic space filled to the brim with incredibly eager vendors.

Apr 4, 2025 11:30 AM CDT

Using generative artificial intelligence? Ethics guidance is available

Jennifer Wondracek, a professor of legal research and writing at the Capital University Law School in Columbus, Ohio, spoke Thursday during an ABA Techshow 2025 program titled, “Ethical Panel Considerations for Lawyers Using Artificial Intelligence.” She and her co-panelists shared their approaches to using generative artificial intelligence in legal practice, as well as potential risks to keep in mind.

Apr 4, 2025 9:15 AM CDT

Judge discusses dangers of deepfakes at ABA Techshow

Judge Scott Schlegel was once a domestic violence prosecutor and saw all sorts of horrific things, but he’s never been more terrified than he is today. Schlegel, who was speaking at the ABA Techshow on Thursday, pressed play on a recording, and he immediately drew some horrified looks from the room.

Apr 3, 2025 3:34 PM CDT

ABA Techshow opens with first-ever tie at Startup Alley pitch competition

Updated: Taking place for the first time at Chicago’s McCormick Place, the 40th ABA Techshow opened Wednesday evening with the now-traditional Startup Alley pitch competition. This year’s competition featured 15 legal tech hopefuls presenting their products in three minutes or less for a chance to win.

Apr 3, 2025 8:43 AM CDT