Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Guidelines

The Law Society has developed a resource to help you manage your professional responsibilities with respect to the rapid development of generative AI and its impacts on the practice of law.

Generative Artificial Intelligence, Guidelines for Use in the Practice of Law includes:

• definitions of terms used in AI discussions,
• guidelines for evaluating benefits and risks in the delivery of legal services, and
• examples of how the use of Generative AI connects to the Code of Professional Conduct, including professional obligations such as being technologically competent, maintaining confidentiality, and more.

We encourage you to review these guidelines and assess how you might use Generative AI in a manner consistent with the Code of Professional Conduct.

If you have questions, do not hesitate to contact the Law Society for guidance.