Secretariat and ACEDS 2025 Artificial Intelligence Report

We’re excited to announce the launch of our latest Artificial Intelligence (AI) global report in collaboration with ACEDS, providing a critical snapshot of industry sentiment, adoption trends, and the evolving role of AI in legal practice.

AI is rapidly reshaping legal practice, with Generative AI (GenAI) now a dominant force in the industry. The Secretariat and ACEDS 2025 Artificial Intelligence Report, now in its third year, highlights the latest trends in AI adoption, industry sentiment, and the challenges professionals face in integrating AI into their legal practice and workflows.

This year’s results reflect significant shifts, including:

GenAI has arrived as a dominant force in legal technology
A growing industry-wide confidence in AI comprehension, with 80% of respondents now rating themselves as knowledgeable
AI-driven tools will be integral to legal work, with 74% expecting to use them thisyear
The establishment of human-AI collaboration, with hybrid document reviews expected to become the new normal
Key barriers to adoption remain, including attorney education, data privacy concerns, cost, and AI hallucinations

As AI continues to evolve rapidly, organizations must make critical decisions on adoption, strategy, and implementation. Our global report provides key insights to help you navigate these changes swiftly and effectively.

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Reach out to Richard Finkelman if you would like to discuss any of the issues raised in this report or if you would be interested in joining our Working Group: Code & Counsel: Women in Legal & AI.

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