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New guidance released to help lawyers navigate AI terminology
The Law Society of NSW has partnered with legal technology provider LexisNexis to develop an AI Glossary to “decode” dozens of AI terms and help lawyers better understand the emerging technology.
Lawyers Weekly
Released last week, the new guidance will help simplify terms used in connection with artificial intelligence (AI) as part of a suite of material to help both solicitors and the public understand AI better.
“This publication will be an indispensable resource for practitioners using AI tools and platforms and for those seeking understanding about this burgeoning technology,” he said.
“The AI Glossary is among a number of resources developed in consultation with the Law Society’s AI taskforce.”
Members of the AI taskforce, include senior legal, academic and tech experts as well as judicial officers from multiple jurisdictions.
McGrath added that the AI taskforce is advancing his 2024 President’s Priority to encourage discussion and action around AI and the legal profession, to assist solicitors avoid the potential pitfalls and see the potential of AI.
“As one of the world’s most ancient professions, lawyers have seen the tools of their craft evolve from stone tablets to paperless offices. Many firms are now harnessing AI for the benefit of their clients. These resources, including the AI Glossary, are designed to assist the entire profession, especially those exploring how AI can help them in their practices,” he said.
“The work of law is ‘too human’ for AI to take over altogether. In an age when ChatGPT is both passing the US bar exam and ‘making up’ case citations relied on in court, NSW’s lawyers remain bound by their ethical obligations to the court and clients, ensuring they stand behind their work, whether or not AI is involved.”
LexisNexis Asia and Pacific managing director Greg Dickason said the AI Glossary underscores the commitment of the Law Society and LexisNexis to give legal professionals the knowledge and resources they need to successfully navigate the changing AI landscape.
“By demystifying key AI concepts and terminology through the AI Glossary, we aim to equip legal professionals with accurate, up-to-date, and practical information on AI’s applications in legal practice,” he said.
“Together with the Law Society, we have developed a comprehensive, user-friendly, plain English resource that is a living document that we’ll refresh and update as the technological landscape develops.”
