AI adoption among Victorian lawyers has surged, but efficiency gains haven't translated into lower fees, and correcting chatbot errors is increasing their workload.
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Research finds 55% of lawyers are using AI in legal practices, up from 37% last year, though efficiency gains aren’t as high as expectedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastMore than half of Victoria’s lawyers have reported using AI in their work, according to a new study, but just over a quarter say they’ve reduced fees as a result of efficiency gains.They also say clients seeking advice from chatbots has added to their workload, forcing them to correct errors made by AI. Continue reading...
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