To Buy AI or Build AI? For Some of the Am Law 100, the Answer Is 'Both'

Given the cost and technical expertise required to develop large language models, it's not surprising the majority of firms interviewed by The American Lawyer are relying on tech vendors with pre-existing clout in the industry.

February 05, 2024 at 05:00 AM

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Artificial Intelligence

Justin Henry
Reporter

The original version of this story was published on The American Lawyer

What You Need to Know

While all the law firms we interviewed are engaging with vendor-produced gen AI tools, some are developing tools internally.
Among the most popular generative AI servicers are CoCounsel, Westlaw and LexisNexis, given their structured data and existing clout in the industry.
Several firms are also piloting Harvey AI, which offers to build customized large language models for firms.

This is the third installment in a series on how Am Law 100 law firms are incorporating generative AI in their legal services and business functions. Part one covered early use cases. Part two covered policy and guidelines firms are putting in place.