The legal world is no stranger to change, but few shifts have caused global conversation like artificial intelligence (AI). At Dasti & Staiger, we have been thinking carefully about what AI means to our industry– and our clients. When asked what trends they believe will most significantly impact the legal field in the near future, over half of our attorneys mentioned AI.
Managing Partner Christopher Dasti sees AI as an interesting development that will affect every profession– including law– in ways no one can ignore. “It’s something the entire world is having to adapt to, both by being cognizant of its effect on the business and also embracing the technological changes that are coming with the times,” he said.
Dasti remains cautious of AI but acknowledges that attorneys must be open to learning and adapting. When used properly, it can be a tool– not a replacement– for attorneys.
Associate Attorney Kenneth Bozarth agrees that developments to AI will change the way law is practiced, but he remains optimistic. “Hopefully, AI will have a positive impact on the field and will allow for more efficient service to clients, allowing attorneys to focus on the most important aspects of a client’s case,” he said.
Partner Lauren Staiger also noted practical uses for the technology: “As with most professions, AI will greatly impact the practice of law, specifically how legal research and document review are conducted. AI will cut research times down significantly, as well as provide quick overviews of voluminous materials.”
As worldwide situations continue to impact the legal landscape, the Dasti & Staiger team remains committed to staying on top of current events, together. “We constantly have meetings as a firm to discuss ongoing issues and changes in the law– whether it is new laws, regulations recently adopted, recent court decisions– and we make the entire firm aware of them so that we can advise our clients accordingly,” said Dasti.
AI may become a useful tool in some aspects of the legal process, but it will never replace the judgement, strategy, and trust that define an excellent attorney. At Dasti & Staiger, we embrace emerging trends but remain rooted in what matters most– building strong relationships and providing exceptional service.
