JD Supra reports on the critical risk of using generative AI tools in legal practice.
The Story
The article raises the question of whether attorney-client privilege can be inadvertently waived when confidential information is processed by these platforms.
Why It Matters
This isn't just theory; it's a fundamental threat to your firm's core service. Sending client data to public generative AI models means you're trusting an external, often US-based, server with your most sensitive information. For regulated industries, especially with EU AI Act enforcement in August 2026, this is a ticking time bomb for data sovereignty and compliance. Stop experimenting; this is where governance becomes non-negotiable.
What To Do About It
I can help you audit your firm's current AI usage, identify privilege waiver risks, and implement local-first, Microsoft 365-integrated AI policies compliant with GDPR and the upcoming EU AI Act in 1-3 days.
