Artificial intelligence (AI) and lawtech

The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies has introduced new possibilities and challenges for the legal sector. As the professional body for solicitors, we’re here to support our members in navigating the AI landscape.
A diagram representing the three elements of our artificial intelligence (AI) strategy. Innovation: AI is used across the legal sector in ways that benefit both firms and clients in legal service delivery. Impact: an effective AI regulatory landscape has been informed and influenced by the legal sector. Integrity: the responsible and ethical use of AI has been used to support the rule of law and access to justice.

Our AI strategy

We’ve worked with members to establish three long-term outcomes to guide our AI work. Led by innovation, impact and integrity, we aim to make sure the legal profession is and remains an authoritative voice on AI.

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A diagram representing the three elements of our artificial intelligence (AI) strategy. Innovation: AI is used across the legal sector in ways that benefit both firms and clients in legal service delivery. Impact: an effective AI regulatory landscape has been informed and influenced by the legal sector. Integrity: the responsible and ethical use of AI has been used to support the rule of law and access to justice.
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Generative AI: the essentials

Use our guidance to learn more about the boundless opportunities and new risks generative AI has brought to the legal profession.

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Resources

As your professional body, we're developing online resources, events and webinars on AI, lawtech and digital technologies.

Introduction to lawtech

How to use lawtech in your practice

Attitudes towards lawtech adoption

Learning

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EU AI Act and AI systems: what you need to know

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Understanding the Online Safety Act 2023 (Wednesday 29 October 2025)

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News and articles

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The legal sector needs clarity more than flexibility to make the most of AI

The Law Society's response to the UK government’s call for evidence on the AI Growth Lab emphasises the importance of maintaining current legal sector regulation when using AI tools, including in reserved legal activities.

06 Jan 2026

New law recognises digital assets as property

09 Dec 2025

New AI action plan for justice balances innovation and responsibility

We welcome the government’s artificial intelligence (AI) action plan for justice that focuses on using AI in a responsible way.

31 Jul 2025

The Law Society welcomes Data Act but raises concerns

We welcome the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025's impetus to modernise data use but remain concerned over data protection, legal safeguards and data adequacy.

20 Jun 2025

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