More than half of Victorian lawyers use AI – but only a quarter have cut client fees as a result

A new study reveals that over half of Victoria’s legal professionals now incorporate AI tools into their practice, marking a significant rise from the previous year. While adoption has surged, lawyers report modest efficiency improvements, with only a fraction reducing client fees as a direct result. The shift has also introduced new challenges, as more clients turn to AI chatbots for initial advice—often requiring lawyers to spend additional time correcting inaccuracies. The findings highlight a growing but complex integration of technology in the legal field.

Research finds 55% of lawyers are using AI in legal practices, up from 37% last year, though efficiency gains aren’t as high as expectedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastMore than half of Victoria’s lawyers have reported using AI in their work, according to a new study, but just over a quarter say they’ve reduced fees as a result of efficiency gains.They also say clients seeking advice from chatbots has added to their workload, forcing them to correct errors made by AI. Continue reading...