Extract from Brett Chalmer’s article “Using AI for Litigation in 2026: Expert Tips to Keep Your Firm Ahead”
Using AI for litigation workflows is no longer a theoretical discussion for law firms. It is already shaping how cases are analyzed, prepared, and argued. As adoption continues to expand, simply having AI isn’t the cutting-edge advantage it once was. Now, to stay ahead, litigation teams must focus on how they use AI—and what it takes to do so responsibly and effectively. This means law firms must find the best AI tools for litigation, optimize workflows, and expand use to drive value throughout the case lifecycle and beyond.
The new eBook, The future of AI in litigation, features perspectives from law firm leaders, legal technologists, and industry analysts. Each shares predictions and advice as they answer the question: How will AI transform litigation, and what should law firms do to prepare?
Taken together, their insights reveal a clear theme: The future of AI for litigation will not be defined by tools alone, but by decisions around platforms, governance, workflows, and people.
Here are six priorities firms should focus on as AI becomes embedded in litigation practice.
