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Illinois State Bar Association

Guidance Issued

Ethics Opinions & Guidance

ISBA Advisory Opinion 24-01

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Legal Practice

2024

The ISBA issued an advisory opinion addressing attorney ethical obligations when using AI tools, focusing on competence, confidentiality, and supervision.

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Key Requirements for AI Use

Rule 1.1 — competent use of AI requires understanding the technology
Rule 1.6 — protect client confidences when using cloud-based AI tools
Rule 5.3 — proper supervision of AI-generated work product required

Important Notes

Chicago-area courts are actively developing local rules on AI use in litigation.