ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND AUTOMATION OF ROUTINE LEGAL TASKS: OPPORTUNITIES FOR LAWYERS

Abstract

The modern legal industry, traditionally conservative, is undergoing significant changes under the influence of technological progress. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation open new opportunities for optimizing routine tasks, such as document processing, legal research, and predicting court outcomes. This enables legal professionals to focus on more strategic and creative aspects of their work, enhancing efficiency and reducing the cost of legal services. However, alongside these advantages, automation presents a number of challenges for the legal community, including a reduced demand for professionals to handle simple tasks, questions of legal responsibility for AI errors, client confidentiality, and data breach risks. This article explores the main benefits and risks associated with using AI in the legal field and examines the need for new skills and competencies among lawyers. Key recommendations include integrating technology experts into legal teams, investing in digital literacy for legal professionals, and adhering to ethical standards in AI usage to ensure confidentiality and fairness. The article concludes that automating routine tasks does not threaten the profession; rather, it creates new opportunities for growth and enhances competitiveness. AI enables legal professionals to become more productive and efficient while maintaining high standards of quality and ethics. Artificial intelligence will not replace lawyers but will help them adapt to the rapidly changing demands of modern society and provide better access to justice for a wider range of clients.