Extract from ProSearch’s article “Humans in the Loop: How Artificial Intelligence and Human Intelligence Depend on Each Other to Optimize Outcomes”
The recent Masters Conference in Los Angeles brought together the local discovery and legal technology community for a thought-provoking discussion on the evolving role of artificial intelligence (AI) in legal workflows. One of the standout panels, titled “Humans in the Loop – How Artificial Intelligence and Human Intelligence Depend on Each Other to Optimize Outcomes,” explored the indispensable relationship between human expertise and AI-driven tools.
ProSearch Director of Applied Sciences Dr. Gina Taranto moderated the panel of industry experts including Olga Friedman (Latham & Watkins), Bowe Kurowski (Munger Tolles & Olson), Cat Casey (Reveal), and Karen Wagshul (Winston & Strawn), who shared their insights on how AI is shaping legal practice, emphasizing that AI is a powerful assistant rather than a replacement for legal professionals.
AI Is Not an “Easy Button”
A recurring theme throughout the panel addressed the misconception that AI serves as a simple, plug-and-play solution.
