Episode 16 (S2) - AI & Duty of Competence for AttorneysThis is a continuation of the AI generated podcast, AI Governance, Quantum Uncertainty and Data Privacy Frontiers. Episode 16 of Season 2 looks at the duty of competence and ethical guidelines related to AI's use by attorneys. The sources include an artilce by Anna Conley in the North Carolina Journal of Techology, Volume 27, Issue 1 in 2025 and a 2nd source, consisting of a powerpoint presentation shared in June 2025 by the law firm William Connolly, which included panelists Craig D. Singe,David Randall J. Riskin, both partners in the firm, and also Jaquelyn Stanley, Senior Compliance Counsel of Pfizer.
This presentation examines the ethical challenges and professional duties associated with using generative artificial intelligence in legal practice. The panelists highlight critical risks, such as hallucinations and the potential for revealing confidential client information through insecure platforms. Legal professionals must navigate specific obligations regarding competence, supervision, and transparency when integrating these tools into tasks like research and drafting. The materials also review recent court sanctions for inaccurate AI filings and provide guidance on complying with evolving bar association rules. Ultimately, the sources advocate for best practices that prioritize human oversight and the protection of client interests. #genai #dutyofcompetence #ethics #aiethics #aigov #infogov #dataprivacy #dataprotection #edrm #aceds #iapp #arma #legaltech
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