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A
s AI continues
to reshape legal
practice, staying on
the sidelines is no
longer a strategic option. Ongoing
AI education is a professional
obligation that not only affects
individual career trajectories
but also impacts law firm
performance, client outcomes, and
the overall credibility of the legal
profession.
AI literacy is increasingly tied to
competitive edge, client trust, and
growth opportunities. This is true
not only for law firms but also for
individual career growth. Let us
explore the ethical imperatives,
the professional and competitive
stakes, and the concrete steps
that legal professionals—
partners, associates, paralegals,
and litigation support staff—can
take right now to stay ahead of
the curve.
AI-FLUENT PARTNERS
GUIDE STRATEGY AND
RISK
For partners who lead and manage
litigation teams, the business
case for AI education is clear. AI
helps convert hours once lost
to administrative or document-
SHAPING A
SUCCESSFUL
LEGAL CAREER
THROUGH
CONTINUOUS AI
EDUCATION
BY CHRIS FINLEY
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