Should An AI System Be Treated Like A Trainee Lawyer Or Paralegal?

Yes – our view is that, in the context of privilege, AI Systems should be treated like a “subordinate” of the lawyer, much like a trainee solicitor, pupil barrister, or paralegal working under the “direction and supervision” of the lawyer. Supervision of an AI System (defined below) by a qualified lawyer may therefore allow the AI System’s output – in certain circumstances – to attract privilege….
By: DLA Piper