Artificial Intelligence
NYSBA Weighs In on AI Call Recording: What Lawyers Need to Know
It’s been over two years since I published my article Can Attorneys Ethically Record Conversations With Clients Using AI. At that time, no states had addressed the issue. But last week, the New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) weighed in with Formal Opinion 2025-6, which permits use of AI recording tools subject to rather obvious…
Read MoreMy Review of GC.AI: First in Class for Legal AI Tools
I’ve been meaning to review GC.AI for some time but never got around to it. In retrospect, I’m glad I waited, as I’m confident the tool has improved even more over the past few months. There’s so much to like about GC.AI that this review only scratches the surface. Accessibility & Pricing What immediately impressed…
Read MoreUsing GenAI to Assist with Discovery
Over the course of this three-part video series, I set out to train a custom AI agent (“project GPT”) to generate and respond to discovery requests under the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and the Local Rules for the District of Maryland. My goal was to give the AI both procedural know-how and factual documents…
Read MoreMy Experience Comparing Lexis and ChatGPT Deep Research
As a practicing attorney, I’ve been doing legal research for decades, starting with traditional platforms like Westlaw and Lexis, which I learned in law school and used throughout my early years in practice. But recently, I set out to compare those tools to something newer—ChatGPT’s Deep Research feature—in the context of an actual case I’m…
Read MoreUnlocking the Potential of Generative AI for Lawyers: Red Flags and Best Practices
This blog post is based on a free 50-minute webinar on AI red flags for lawyers. To access the full webinar, click HERE. Generative AI (GenAI) is revolutionizing industries worldwide, including the legal profession. While this technology presents immense opportunities, it also comes with unique challenges that lawyers must understand and navigate. This guide highlights the red flags lawyers…
Read MoreNew Resource: The Right Way to Use GenAI to Draft a Brief
I’m excited to share a new resource now available on the MyShingle GenAI resource page: The Right Way to Use GenAI to Draft a Brief. This report is designed to help solo and small firm lawyers understand how to use Generative AI tools effectively and responsibly in their practices. Whether you’re just starting with AI or looking to refine your…
Read MoreHow I Used ChatGPT for Speechwriting (Part I)
Last night, I was so honored to receive a Stars of the Bar award for my work in encouraging woman law firm ownership from the Women’s Bar Association of the District of Columbia. I had two minutes to express why woman-owned firms matter so much to the legal profession. So like any public figure who…
Read MoreCustom ChatGPTs: Navigating Legal and Ethical Compliance for Public-Facing AI Tools
Abstract This article explores the legal and ethical considerations lawyers must address when creating custom versions of ChatGPT for public use. It discusses the potential applications of these tools, such as educating clients on legal matters or providing preliminary advice to landlords. The article outlines key ethical requirements, including AI disclosure, supervision, attorney-client relationship, confidentiality,…
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