Artificial Intelligence
AI adoption, regulation, ethics, and liability in legal practice; judicial AI use; AI hallucination cases
USPTO Rules: AI Can't be an Inventor, Only Humans Allowed
The USPTO confirms that AI cannot be listed as an inventor in patent applications, impacting strategies for patent attorneys and AI developers.
Legal Sector Adds 2,639 Jobs with AI and Compliance Focus
U.S. legal jobs grow by 2,639 in Q4 2025, driven by AI and compliance roles. These trends highlight a shift in employer needs towards tech-savvy legal professionals.
BigLaw Firms Add AI Incentives to Compensation Packages
Cravath and Susman Godfrey enhance pay with AI bonuses, pressuring peers to adapt.
Law Firms Recruit AI Specialists as Lateral Hiring Peaks
Law firms focus on AI talent amid a rise in lateral hiring, impacting compensation and strategy.
EU Probes Microsoft over AI Cloud Anti-Competitive Concerns
The EU investigates Microsoft's cloud practices under antitrust scrutiny, impacting GCs' cloud service strategies.
EEOC Warns AI Hiring Tools May Violate Discrimination Laws
The EEOC warns that AI hiring tools might breach discrimination laws, impacting employer liability and compliance.
Record Labels Sue AI Firms Over Copyright Violations
Prominent record labels, led by the RIAA, are suing AI firms Suno and Udio for copyright violations, potentially reshaping music industry norms and legal practices.
New AI Disclosure Rules Alter Legal Filing Processes
Federal courts to require AI disclosure in legal filings by 2026, impacting litigators' verification duties.
EU Set to Enforce AI Act on Social Scoring and Biometrics
EU regulators prepare to enforce AI Act, targeting prohibited practices like social scoring and biometric surveillance.
Legora Boosts AI Legal Training with Top Law Schools Collaboration
Legora's new AI program partners with major law schools to equip students with AI legal skills.
Orrick Uses Predictive Analytics to Cut Costs by 96.7%
Orrick's use of predictive analytics cuts attorney review volume by 96.7%, saving $58,000 per matter, showcasing impactful AI-driven efficiency in legal practices.
Foley & Lardner's AI Tools Streamline Legal Workflows
Foley & Lardner's FoleyChat AI tool wins 'Best Use of AI' for optimizing legal workflows, benefiting General Counsels in strategy and operations efficiency.
Husch Blackwell Unveils Office to Drive Legal Tech Innovation
Husch Blackwell opens a new Transformation Office led by Joanna L. Penn, focusing on legal innovation through AI and operational efficiency.
Epiq Expands AI Compliance with LitLingo Deal's Global Reach
Epiq acquires LitLingo, boosting its AI-driven compliance platform to manage risks and enhance efficiency for legal departments globally.
PointOne Raises $16M to Enhance AI Legal Timekeeping Features
PointOne raises $16 million from 8VC to improve AI timekeeping, boosting law firms' efficiency and revenue by enhancing billable hour tracking.
Harvey AI Lands $200M, Hits $11B Valuation
Harvey AI's latest $200M funding, valued at $11B, marks a significant step in legal tech's AI integration.
Steno Captures $49M to Enhance Legal AI Solutions
Steno secures $49M in Series C funding to improve AI-powered court reporting, aiding efficiency and cost management in law firms.
AI Demand Spurs Legal Engineer Hiring in Law Firms
As AI adoption in legal hits 79% by 2024, law firms increasingly hiring legal engineers.
Thompson Hine's AI Platform Accelerates Legal Workflow
Thompson Hine debuts AI-powered SmartPaTH Plus, transforming over 100 legal tasks with enhanced efficiency.
McDermott to Train 1,700 Lawyers in AI by Early 2026
McDermott Will & Emery plans AI training for 1,700 lawyers by 2026, boosting efficiency and client service via technology.