Legal Tech|16 Mar 2026
Large law firm K&L Gates has achieved certification for responsible AI use.
The Story
This marks a formal step in AI governance within the legal industry.
Why It Matters
Big Law's K&L Gates got certified for AI use. For boutique firms, this means the EU AI Act's August 2026 deadline isn't just for giants. You'll need provable, responsible AI governance too, particularly for client data. It's about execution, not just experimentation, to avoid compliance and reputational risk.
What To Do About It
Don't overcomplicate. Start with what you have. I can help your firm implement a secure, GDPR-compliant Copilot framework within Microsoft 365 in 4-6 weeks, establishing auditable responsible AI
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