AI is already transforming the legal industry. Tools like Harvey AI and Lexis+ AI can review contracts, conduct legal research and draft documents in minutes that would take lawyers hours. Some law firms have already laid off junior associates whose primary work was document review. But lawyers argue that AI cannot replace the judgment, advocacy, client relationships and courtroom skills that define real legal practice. The most likely outcome is that AI eliminates certain legal roles while creating new ones. Will AI replace lawyers in the next 10 years?
