Extract from Opus 2’s article “Legal industry experts explore the future of AI in litigation for 2026 and beyond”
Opus 2, a leading legal software and services provider, today published The future of AI in litigation: Predictions and advice from legal industry experts, an eBook featuring perspectives from 14 industry leaders from across North America and Europe. Contributors include legal industry analysts, senior litigators, litigation support leaders, and legal tech experts, each answering: In the future, how will AI transform litigation, and what should law firms do to prepare?
The responses speak to the long-term impact of AI on the litigation lifecycle and litigators themselves, the importance of thoughtful legal tech development, and the shared belief that AI cannot replace human legal expertise. Taken together, the insights outline a roadmap for litigation teams to thrive and gain a competitive advantage in the future, while ensuring the ethical, defensible use of AI
- Themes that emerge throughout include:
- AI’s evolution from an efficiency tool to a strategic asset
- Changes to key workflows like motion practice, eDiscovery, and trial preparation
- Implications for client relationships and court expectations
- The importance of clear governance and a firm-wide AI strategy
- AI as a catalyst for value-based cost models rather than the billable hour
