Extract from Lisa Willis’ article “Florida’s AI Rules Signal New Era of Accountability for Lawyers”
As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms the practice of law, Florida has emerged as a national leader in setting guardrails, pairing innovation with a clear message: Technology may assist lawyers, but it cannot replace their professional judgment.
That tension between efficiency and ethics is at the heart of new rules from The Florida Bar and a series of administrative orders issued by South Florida courts. Together, they are reshaping how attorneys use AI tools in everything from legal research to court filings.
Kristine Snively is a researcher and author who has been closely examining the evolving legal landscape surrounding AI. She said her work was driven by the meteoric speed at which lawyers are adopting AI and the risks that come with it. Snively, who comes from a long line of family members who are attorneys, has worked closely with lawyers to shape and mold their firms since 2008.
