Lawyers must “fully consider” their ethical obligations when using generative AI tools, especially since the technology is rapidly evolving — and indeed “a fast-moving target,” the American Bar Association said in an ethics advisory released Monday.
In recent years, lawyers have rapidly adopted genAI tools like ChatGPT, Scribe, and Gemini to improve the efficiency of everything from their eDiscovery tools to basic legal research.
But lawyers face several risks related to technology, the ABA warns in its 15-page report. report.
These range from ensuring the protection of customer data to ensuring openness towards the court, …
