Banking and Finance Law Daily Wrap Up, STRATEGIC PERSPECTIVES—The Future Ready Lawyer: Experts share insights on making legal AI work, (May 29, 2026)
Drawing on insights from the Wolters Kluwer 2026 Future Ready Lawyer Survey, legal technology experts shared recommendations for how firms and attorneys can adapt as the practice of law is rapidly transformed by AI.
Expert panelists in a recent webinar agreed that the billable hour may lose footing as artificial intelligence takes hold, potentially leading to new “tech charges,” increased outsourcing of routine work to alternative legal service providers, and even new business models.
In “Building Confidence in an AI era: How do we train lawyers of the future?” panelists discussed how firms can stay relevant by shifting from providing transactional services to acting as strategic trusted advisors, combining legal knowledge with business understanding.
Panelists also offered guidance on adjusting to profound changes in how legal work gets done, including providing role-specific AI training and ensuring safety as attorneys face temptation to use unauthorized AI tools.
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