Big Law May Be Training AI Better Than Its Associates

From Australia to the U.S., firms are pouring money into AI while hiring fewer entry-level lawyers. The bigger risk isn’t automation—it’s failing to develop the judgment, strategy and client skills future partners will need.

       

From Australia to the U.S., firms are pouring money into AI while hiring fewer entry-level lawyers. The bigger risk isn’t automation—it’s failing to develop the judgment, strategy and client skills future partners will need.