European Legal Tech Association (ELTA) survey reports 70% of EU independent law firms are not ready for August 2026 EU AI Act enforcement, citing resource and guidance gaps.

The 'wait and see' strategy is dead. August 2026 is no longer hypothetical. Regulators will demand documented compliance for *any* AI use, from Copilot to contract review, focusing on data governance, transparency, and risk. No more 'we're careful' — you need a plan, not just a promise.