AI in M&A Legal Work: What It Gets Right and What It Gets Wrong
Kison Patel and Aaron Binstock of Cooley discuss the practical integration of AI into M&A legal work, detailing how the firm leverages AI for efficiency in drafting and due diligence. They explore successful applications like quality control and playbook creation, alongside critical limitations where human judgment and ethical considerations remain paramount. The conversation also delves into the evolving legal profession, the future of billing models, and the indispensable role of human expertise amidst technological advancements.
- Cooley openly committed to its AI principles, framing AI adoption not merely as an efficiency play but as a cornerstone of trust and transparency with clients. Read →
- Aaron Binstock of Cooley highlights that AI is shifting junior associate work away from rote document review and into higher-order analytical tasks, demanding more from lawyers with “world-class education.” Read →