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Generative AI & Legal Research

A guide for students and faculty on using generative AI for legal research and writing

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NEW 27 of the best AI and ChatGPT courses you can take online for free, Mashable

TL;DR: A wide range of free AI and ChatGPT courses are available on Udemy. Learn how to boost your business, create search-friendly content, and so much more with this technology.

RAILS: Responsible AI in Legal Services 

RAILS' mission is to bring together a cross-industry group of leaders (judiciary, corporations, law firms, tech providers, access to justice orgs, etc.) to support the responsible, ethical, and safe use of AI to advance the practice of law and delivery of legal services to all.

A Generative AI Primer, National Centre for AI

Publishing an intro to generative AI is a challenge as things are moving so quickly.  However, we think things have now settled down enough for us to bring together information in a single place, to create a short primer.  This blog post will be updated as needed, and we have also produced a version as a more formal report.

AIPRM's Ultimate Generative AI Glossary, AIRPM

A comprehensive glossary pertaining to anything and everything Generative AI.

Supertools, The Rundown AI

A website that offers free and paid resources covering all things (gen) AI - including free prompt engineering guidance and resources!

Harnessing ChatGPT: A Primer for Lawyers, Attorney at Work, 9/20/23

This article provides a primer for lawyers on ChatGPT, an AI-powered language model. It explains what ChatGPT is, how it works, and its potential uses in the legal profession. The author highlights the importance of understanding how ChatGPT can assist lawyers in various tasks, such as drafting documents and answering legal questions. It also emphasizes the need for ethical and responsible use of AI tools like ChatGPT in the legal field to maintain the attorney's duty of competence and ethical obligations to clients.

AI Tools for Lawyers: A Practical GuideDaniel Schwarcz & Jonathan H. Choi, 7/23/23

This article provides lawyers and law students with practical and specific guidance on how to effectively use AI large language models (LLMs), like GPT-4, Bing Chat, and Bard, in legal research and writing. Focusing on GPT-4 – the most advanced LLM that is widely available at the time of this writing – it emphasizes that lawyers can use traditional legal skills to refine and verify LLM legal analysis. In the process, lawyers and law students can effectively turn freely available LLMs into highly productive personal legal assistants.

Generative AI for Lawyers: What It Is, How It Works, and Using It for Maximum Impact, Lexis Insights, 5/22/23

This article explores the application of generative AI for lawyers, highlighting its potential to enhance legal research, document drafting, and contract analysis. It emphasizes the role of generative AI tools like ChatGPT in streamlining legal processes and increasing productivity. The article also underscores the importance of understanding the limitations and ethical considerations of AI in the legal profession. It suggests that while generative AI can be a valuable asset for lawyers, it should be used thoughtfully and in conjunction with human expertise to achieve the best results.

AI Terms for Legal Professionals: Understanding What Powers Legal TechLexis Insights, 3/20/23

The legal technology landscape is evolving rapidly in front of our eyes, creating a whole new vocabulary of AI-related terms and phrases. For those of us who aren’t product developers or software engineers, it’s helpful to define what these terms mean. This user guide is designed to equip you with a better understanding of key AI concepts.