AI Hype Meets Hesitation as Law Firms Slow Adoption at Legalweek

At Legalweek, AI is a major focus, but law firms remain wary about adopting tools due to fears over jobs and a lack of comprehensive training; vendors like Harvey and Legora are pushing capabilities, yet many lawyers need clearer risks, guardrails, and firm-wide training before widespread use. Clients demand faster, cheaper work, investors expect returns, and some firms experimenting with AI suggest adoption could become standard practice only if training and governance improve; the debate centers on whether AI can enhance service without eroding fees or jobs, with some considering lack of use potentially risky malpractice.