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US news

Judges are increasingly using AI to draft rulings and prepare for hearings

10 hours ago

Law

Elite Biglaw Firm Learns The Real Cost Of AI Hallucinations: The Firm's Reputation - Above the Law

fromArs Technica

Healthcare

AI is beginning to change the business of law

fromwww.businessinsider.com

AI hallucinated and now an elite law firm is profusely apologizing to a federal judge

Sullivan & Cromwell's filing contained AI hallucinations, leading to an apology to a federal judge for inaccuracies and fabricated legal citations.

fromCommunity

How AI Improves Docket Research with Protege in CourtLink

AI integration in docket research enhances efficiency and decision-making for legal professionals.

16 hours ago

The Line We Cannot Cross: Where AI In Law Is Headed And Why Judgment Still Must Lead - Above the Law

AI is rapidly transforming legal work, automating tasks but unlikely to fully replace the lawyer's role in judgment and strategy.

fromThe Washington Post

US news

Judges are increasingly using AI to draft rulings and prepare for hearings

10 hours ago

Elite Biglaw Firm Learns The Real Cost Of AI Hallucinations: The Firm's Reputation - Above the Law

AI hallucinations in legal briefs can damage a law firm's reputation and lead to sanctions.

Healthcare

fromArs Technica

AI is beginning to change the business of law

AI is being utilized in legal cases to enhance understanding and efficiency in the coroners' courts.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

AI hallucinated and now an elite law firm is profusely apologizing to a federal judge

Sullivan & Cromwell's filing contained AI hallucinations, leading to an apology to a federal judge for inaccuracies and fabricated legal citations.

fromCommunity

How AI Improves Docket Research with Protege in CourtLink

AI integration in docket research enhances efficiency and decision-making for legal professionals.

The One Part of the Court System Where Trump's Takeover Plans Have Been a Smashing Success

Trump's administration has aggressively reshaped the immigration court system by removing judges and asserting unilateral control over deportation cases.

Online marketing

fromForbes

19 hours ago

The Content Graveyard: How Law Firms Can Revive Dead Webpages

Reviving dead content on websites can transform it into valuable assets and improve SEO without creating new content.

fromPatently-O

16 hours ago

Recalibration: Seven Months of PTAB 101 Data

PTAB's reversal rate for § 101 rejections has doubled under Director Squires, primarily due to changes in judges' voting behavior rather than turnover.

Higher education

When Biglaw Ruins Everything, Law Schools Have To Adapt - Above the Law

BYU Law is revamping its curriculum to adapt to the accelerated Biglaw recruiting timeline for first-year law students.

The Shadow Docket Memos Are Damning. So Naturally, The Right Is Talking About The Leak. - Above the Law

Leaked memos reveal how Chief Justice Roberts led the Supreme Court to create the shadow docket, highlighting internal dysfunction and predetermined outcomes.

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

Strike Two for CPC at High Court in Rule 36 Challenge

The U.S. Supreme Court denied a petition challenging the Federal Circuit's use of Rule 36 summary affirmances in patent appeals.

Morning Docket: 04.20.26 - Above the Law

The Supreme Court's shadow docket reflects John Roberts' prioritization of personal interests over legal precedent.

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Penn & Teller challenge the use of 'investigative hypnosis' in a Texas death-penalty case before the Supreme Court.

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Supreme Court's actions and decisions are increasingly scrutinized, revealing issues of transparency and significant impacts on civil rights and electoral processes.

Morning Docket: 04.06.26 - Above the Law

Right-wing legal academics are attempting to justify the Supreme Court's actions without accountability.

US politics

The Shadow Docket Memos Are Damning. So Naturally, The Right Is Talking About The Leak. - Above the Law

Leaked memos reveal how Chief Justice Roberts led the Supreme Court to create the shadow docket, highlighting internal dysfunction and predetermined outcomes.

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

Strike Two for CPC at High Court in Rule 36 Challenge

The U.S. Supreme Court denied a petition challenging the Federal Circuit's use of Rule 36 summary affirmances in patent appeals.

Morning Docket: 04.20.26 - Above the Law

The Supreme Court's shadow docket reflects John Roberts' prioritization of personal interests over legal precedent.

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Penn & Teller challenge the use of 'investigative hypnosis' in a Texas death-penalty case before the Supreme Court.

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Supreme Court's actions and decisions are increasingly scrutinized, revealing issues of transparency and significant impacts on civil rights and electoral processes.

Morning Docket: 04.06.26 - Above the Law

Right-wing legal academics are attempting to justify the Supreme Court's actions without accountability.

more#supreme-court

Privacy professionals

Lawyers Using ChatGPT: Let's Be Careful - Above the Law

Legal professionals risk client confidentiality by using GenAI tools without considering the potential exposure of sensitive information.

Web design

fromInc

The Most Common Law Firm Website Myths

Law firm websites must evolve from outdated assumptions to effectively engage clients and convert visits into leads.

fromThe Nation

1 day ago

The Delusion of 'AI Justice'

Artificial intelligence is presented as a solution to the inequities in the justice system, but its effectiveness remains questionable.

Social justice

Law Professors Argue Abandoning The Diversity Rule Will Hurt The ABA's Reputation - Above the Law

The American Bar Association faces pressure to eliminate its diversity accreditation requirement amid ongoing debates about racial equity in legal education.

17 hours ago

Morning Docket: 04.23.26 - Above the Law

The Republican county judge's persistent efforts to block Virginia's redistricting have been met with repeated rejections from the state supreme court, raising concerns about judicial overreach.

Law

Privacy professionals

fromTechCrunch

Man who hacked US Supreme Court filing system sentenced to probation | TechCrunch

Nicholas Moore was sentenced to a year of probation for hacking the U.S. Supreme Court and other government systems.

Clio Work, Clio's AI Workspace, Is Now Available To Solo and Smaller Law Firms As A Standalone Product

Clio Work is now available as a standalone product for law firms, enhancing access to legal AI tools.

The Seniority Problem No One Solves In Legal AI - Above the Law

Legal AI tools fail to accommodate the diverse needs of lawyers at different experience levels, leading to stalled adoption in firms.

LawNext Podcast: Learned Hand's Shlomo Klapper on Why Courts Are the Next Frontier for Legal AI

Courts are becoming the next frontier for legal AI, with tools designed to assist judges in managing caseloads and improving efficiency.

Why 'Helpful' Legal AI Is Often The Least Trustworthy - Above the Law

Lawyers distrust legal AI not due to safety concerns, but because it often feels inattentive and overly polite.

4 weeks ago

13 Legal AI Tools To Improve Productivity And Client Service - Above the Law

AI is revolutionizing law firm operations by enhancing research, drafting, billing, and client service with reliable tools.

Law

AI In Law: In-House Teams vs. Big Firms - The Real Disruption Coming - Above the Law

Clio Work, Clio's AI Workspace, Is Now Available To Solo and Smaller Law Firms As A Standalone Product

Clio Work is now available as a standalone product for law firms, enhancing access to legal AI tools.

The Seniority Problem No One Solves In Legal AI - Above the Law

Legal AI tools fail to accommodate the diverse needs of lawyers at different experience levels, leading to stalled adoption in firms.

LawNext Podcast: Learned Hand's Shlomo Klapper on Why Courts Are the Next Frontier for Legal AI

Courts are becoming the next frontier for legal AI, with tools designed to assist judges in managing caseloads and improving efficiency.

Why 'Helpful' Legal AI Is Often The Least Trustworthy - Above the Law

Lawyers distrust legal AI not due to safety concerns, but because it often feels inattentive and overly polite.

4 weeks ago

13 Legal AI Tools To Improve Productivity And Client Service - Above the Law

AI is revolutionizing law firm operations by enhancing research, drafting, billing, and client service with reliable tools.

Law

AI In Law: In-House Teams vs. Big Firms - The Real Disruption Coming - Above the Law

more#legal-ai

fromFuturism

5 days ago

Things You Told ChatGPT or Claude My Have Already Doomed You in Court

AI chatbots are not protected by attorney-client privilege, as ruled by a New York federal judge in a case involving Brad Heppner.

1 day ago

How Legal Teams Can Stay Relevant In Product-Led Companies - Above the Law

Legal teams must adapt to speed-driven environments by transforming traditional processes and leveraging AI technology for efficiency and cost reduction.

AI And Billing: Flipping The Switch On The Bane Of Lawyers' Existence - Above the Law

The billable hour model in professions is inefficient and error-prone, presenting opportunities for AI disruption.

Morning Docket: 04.22.26 - Above the Law

DOJ indicts Southern Poverty Law Center for allegedly funding infiltration of hate groups.

Morning Docket: 04.02.26 - Above the Law

DOJ has prioritized deporting law-abiding individuals over prosecuting serious criminal cases.

1 day ago

Morning Docket: 04.22.26 - Above the Law

DOJ indicts Southern Poverty Law Center for allegedly funding infiltration of hate groups.

Morning Docket: 04.02.26 - Above the Law

DOJ has prioritized deporting law-abiding individuals over prosecuting serious criminal cases.

Law Firms Are Drowning In Cash. Trump's PAC Is Drowning In Legal Bills. - Above the Law

The 2026 Super Rich list features 37 firms surpassing $1.45M RPL and $625K PPL thresholds.

Morning Docket: 04.21.26 - Above the Law

Clients still expect lawyers to dress formally.

Philosophy

You Can't Salvage A Bad Judge By Calling Them Postmodern - Above the Law

Postmodern analysis offers useful concepts for understanding contemporary disenchantment with traditional meaning systems, exemplified by judicial figures like Lawrence VanDyke who adopt unconventional approaches to legal writing.

Headed To Mississippi Law? Prepare To Get Used To AI - Above the Law

Mississippi College School of Law mandates AI education for all students to prepare them for the evolving legal landscape.

AI Didn't Replace Legal Judgment. It Exposed How Little We Teach It. - Above the Law

AI is not replacing legal judgment; it reveals gaps in how judgment is taught in legal education.

More Judges Should Mentor Law Students - Above the Law

Law students benefit significantly from internships with law firms and judges, gaining practical experience while helping courts manage limited resources through opinion drafting assistance.

Headed To Mississippi Law? Prepare To Get Used To AI - Above the Law

Mississippi College School of Law mandates AI education for all students to prepare them for the evolving legal landscape.

AI Didn't Replace Legal Judgment. It Exposed How Little We Teach It. - Above the Law

AI is not replacing legal judgment; it reveals gaps in how judgment is taught in legal education.

More Judges Should Mentor Law Students - Above the Law

Law students benefit significantly from internships with law firms and judges, gaining practical experience while helping courts manage limited resources through opinion drafting assistance.

A strange quirk of the legal profession means lawyers may soon have to adopt AI-or face malpractice

Lawyers face pressure to adopt AI technology due to potential malpractice risks, despite their historical reluctance to embrace such innovations.

Marketing Roundup: Wading Into Politically Charged Waters, Culture Differentiation, And The Push And Pull Of AI - Above the Law

Law firms must navigate politically charged messaging by grounding their communication in values and leveraging culture as a competitive advantage.

Chicago Paid Lawyers Billing 69 Hours In One Day - Above the Law

Chicago paid legal bills with timekeepers logging over 24 hours in a day, raising concerns about invoice oversight and billing practices.

fromJezebel

You Might Want to Check That Your Lawyer Isn't Submitting AI Slop Briefs

Commercial AI has eroded trust in professionals, raising concerns about reliance on AI for critical tasks like medical diagnoses and legal representation.

Millions of Americans continue to lack meaningful access to justice. What can be done about it?

Millions of Americans face legal challenges without access to affordable legal assistance, highlighting a significant justice gap.

Law

The Price Of Justice And The Promise Of AI - Above the Law

Rising legal service costs and declining access-to-justice funding widen the gap for those needing legal protections, with AI presenting potential solutions.

fromABA Journal

Millions of Americans continue to lack meaningful access to justice. What can be done about it?

Millions of Americans face legal challenges without access to affordable legal assistance, highlighting a significant justice gap.

The Price Of Justice And The Promise Of AI - Above the Law

Rising legal service costs and declining access-to-justice funding widen the gap for those needing legal protections, with AI presenting potential solutions.

more#access-to-justice

4 days ago

Some Law Firms Got Paid, Others Still Waiting By The Mailbox- See Generally - Above the Law

Some law firms have successfully converted billable hours into significant wealth, while others face financial and ethical challenges.

#court-backlog

London politics

London courts have fastest growing case backlog

Law

Court system on 'brink of collapse', former senior judge warns

London politics

London courts have fastest growing case backlog

Law

Court system on 'brink of collapse', former senior judge warns

more#court-backlog

fromwww.theguardian.com

Australian federal court warns lawyers over unacceptable' use of AI

The federal court of Australia warns against using generative AI in legal proceedings due to risks of inaccuracies and potential legal consequences.

Artificial intelligence

fromFast Company

Is AI the end of lawyers, or the beginning of access to justice?

AI technology is disrupting legal services by offering affordable alternatives to expensive lawyers, forcing the profession to adapt rather than resist to ensure access to justice.

Lawyer Tells Attorneys For Missing Child That They're 'Gonna Burn In Hell' - Above the Law

A lawyer for Camp Mystic made a controversial remark during a hearing related to a tragic flood that killed 27 people.

New York City

fromwww.amny.com

Judiciary's $3.2 billion budget ask aimed at staffing up courts amNewYork

State court seeks $3.2B FY2027 budget, requesting nearly $200M increase to add judges, boost salaries, expand legal services and family-court programs.

The Bottleneck Legal Built - Above the Law

Unclear contract ownership leads to legal teams being blamed for delays and becoming overwhelmed with administrative tasks.

AI spread through law. Here's what happened next

AI's rapid advancements in coding are overshadowed by significant downsides, particularly in legal systems where hallucinations lead to unreliable outputs.

Law

Morning Docket: 03.30.26 - Above the Law

Law

AI, Automation, And The Modern Law Firm: How Smart Systems Create Leverage - Above the Law

fromTheregister

AI spread through law. Here's what happened next

AI's rapid advancements in coding are overshadowed by significant downsides, particularly in legal systems where hallucinations lead to unreliable outputs.

Morning Docket: 03.30.26 - Above the Law

AI associates should not be blamed for failures, raising questions about their necessity.

AI, Automation, And The Modern Law Firm: How Smart Systems Create Leverage - Above the Law

Law firms can achieve operational clarity and scalable growth through AI, automation, and effective documentation of processes.

more#ai

Artificial intelligence

How Will AI Transform Litigation, And What Should Law Firms Do To Prepare? - Above the Law

AI is rapidly transforming litigation across discovery, strategy, billing, and governance, reshaping client expectations and law firm competition.

In America, Even Judges Have To Take Matters In To Their Own Hands - Above the Law

Judges are increasingly carrying guns for self-protection due to rising threats and inadequate security measures.

Artificial intelligence

fromTechCrunch

Maybe AI agents can be lawyers after all | TechCrunch

Anthropic's Opus 4.6 markedly improved AI agent performance on professional tasks, reaching roughly 30% one-shot and about 45% with retries, signaling rapid progress but not immediate replacement.

Legal AI Might Be Accurate... And Still Not Right - Above the Law

AI can be perfectly accurate yet fundamentally incomplete, creating unknown unknowns that humans cannot reliably detect and causing costly legal consequences in patent litigation.

What Does Competence Mean When Litigation Happens In Real Time? - Above the Law

Competence in law is evolving as technology changes the speed and precision of decision-making in litigation.

Law

The New Way Litigators Handle Depositions Applies AI Every Step Of The Way - Above the Law

Law

'Adventures In Legal Tech': Defeating Technology Overload - Above the Law

What Does Competence Mean When Litigation Happens In Real Time? - Above the Law

Competence in law is evolving as technology changes the speed and precision of decision-making in litigation.

Law

The New Way Litigators Handle Depositions Applies AI Every Step Of The Way - Above the Law

Law

'Adventures In Legal Tech': Defeating Technology Overload - Above the Law

more#legal-technology

Legal Ethics Roundup: Bondi Out, Bove Recusal, 'Strip Law,' 60% Judges Use AI While Sanctions Continue For Lawyers, Viral Judge Videos & More - Above the Law

AI-generated errors in legal documents are leading to increased sanctions against attorneys.

Survey Finds Majority of Federal Judges Have Used AI in Their Work, But Daily Use Remains Rare

Over 60% of federal judges have used generative AI tools, but few use them regularly in their judicial work.

fromPoynter

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.

Morning Docket: 03.31.26 - Above the Law

Over half of federal judges incorporate AI into their workflows.

Judge Throws IT Worker Out Of Courtroom For Doing His Job - Above the Law

Judges must balance their authority with humility and public service to avoid abusive behavior in courtrooms.

4 weeks ago

The Judiciary Is Still Unaccountable, And This Congress Won't Fix It - Above the Law

The Judiciary Accountability Act aims to extend anti-discrimination protections to judiciary employees, promoting transparency and accountability in the judicial system.

fromFuturism

Absurd AI-Powered Lawsuits Are Causing Chaos in Courts, Attorneys Say, "Clogging the System" and Driving Up Costs

A Florida couple used generative AI to file escalating legal claims in an HOA fee dispute, eventually invoking RICO conspiracy allegations in hundreds of pages of increasingly unhinged court documents.

fromLos Angeles Times

AI pilot program in L.A. County courts will help judges craft rulings in some cases

Los Angeles County civil court judges are using AI software called Learned Hand to summarize legal motions and draft rulings, with independent review required before publication.

Law Firm AI Adoption: So Many Choices - Above the Law

Law firms struggle with AI adoption, with 75% of lawyers using general AI tools but only 9% of firms having current guidelines, creating a gap between individual and organizational AI use.

The Line We Cannot Cross: Where AI In Law Is Headed And Why Judgment Still Must Lead - Above the Law

AI will replace some tasks, reshape many roles, and change how legal services get delivered, but it is far less likely to replace the full lawyer function where judgment, strategy, persuasion, and accountability still drive value.

Law

Morning Docket: 03.10.26 - Above the Law

Major legal developments include Anthropic's Defense Department lawsuit, judicial rulings on illegal appointees, law firm mergers, antitrust settlements, AI legal services expansion, Supreme Court shadow docket debates, and ChatGPT litigation over legal advice.

When Best Practices Hold Legal Teams Back - Above the Law

Static best practices harden into legacy constraints that misalign with fast-moving, AI-enabled businesses, causing repeated friction between legal, product, engineering, and operations.

This Is Why Criminal Justice Needs Number Nerds - Above the Law

Data-driven evidence, not ideology, should guide criminal justice reform through incentive-based systems and rigorous testing of policies.

fromTheregister

Courts unplug from ancient datacenters after five-year slog

HMCTS migrated 37 legacy applications from two outdated datacentres, using temporary hosting or cloud replacements while consolidating systems into a Common Platform.

Legal Ethics Roundup: Ethics Of AI Glasses In Court, Gambling Lawyer Guilty, SCOTUS Restricts Access to Counsel, Judge's Novel Recusal & More - Above the Law

Legal ethics headlines cover lawyer and judge responsibilities, including AI misuse sanctions, security threats to justices, and professional misconduct cases.