The integration of Artificial Intelligence in the legal industry has revolutionized this age-old practice by providing newer and advanced developments in the field of legal research and education. AI-powered tools have significantly increased the efficiency and accuracy of legal research, assisting legal professionals in provide more precise and timely legal research. This paper aims to explore the influence and future scope of incorporating AI-assisted legal research tools like legal analytics in legal research and the current adoption of these practices in the field of law. The adoption of these AI assisted practices will greatly transform the processes of the legal field and it is thus of utmost importance to not only educate the upcoming lawyers but also the existing practicing lawyers with knowledge of AI tools, since it is essential for the legal field to understand and harness these tools for the betterment of their practices. The paper also understands the relation between legal education and legal research in light of adopting new practices and the necessity of incorporating AI led and assisted education in law school curriculums.
Artificial intelligence is a relatively new development and thus it is essential to understand the benefits and limitations of it before it proliferates into the field, thus the paper also analyses the pros and cons of adopting AI into legal practices and also sheds lights on the ethical issues associated with its adoption By providing a thorough analysis of the benefits and limitations of AI and the current usage of AI in the legal profession, this paper aims to understand the opportunities and challenges presented by this emerging technology, and to provide insights into how legal professionals and educators can best utilize AI to enhance their practices and prepare for a brighter and efficient AI assisted future.
