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AI for Lawyers: How to Get Started

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Ohio CLE Approved 6 Total
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5 hours 49 minutes
Seth Gardenswartz
Kellen Shearin
Luke Rushing
With Seth Gardenswartz from Blackgarden Law + 2 others
Recorded November 19, 2025
Product ID 101132

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Overview

Complete With Sample Prompts, Tips for Responsible and Ethical AI Use, and More

According to Clio's 2023 Legal Trends Report, approximately one in five legal professionals use artificial intelligence (AI) in some manner in their legal practices. Are you one of them, or are you falling behind the competition? In this timely program, our distinguished faculty provide you with tips and tricks for ethically incorporating AI in the law firm. Discover the various AI use cases for lawyers, explore the role of prompts in legal AI, and review critical ethical considerations when using generative AI. Find out how to make your AI-driven legal practice thrive - register today!

  • Learn key concepts and terms related to legal AI.
  • Explore the most popular generative AI tools right now.
  • Formulate strategies for prompt writing.
  • Determine the dos and don'ts of using AI for a variety of legal tasks.
  • Uncover practical guidance for drafting acceptable AI use policies for law firms.

*Any mention of specific products in this program is intended as part of a general overview and does not constitute NBI's endorsement or recommendation of any specific product or provider. This program is not sponsored by any technology or electronics provider.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. Artificial Intelligence (AI) 101
  2. Hot Topics and Trends in Legal AI
  3. Primer on the Best AI Tools for Attorneys
  4. Useful Tips for Prompt Writing (With Demonstrations)
  5. Key Steps to Take When Using AI For...
  6. Best Practices for Creating and Updating Acceptable AI Use Policies for the Law Firm
  7. Ethical Considerations When Using Generative AI
Product ID 101132

Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Alaska CLE Reciprocity 6 Total
Alabama CLE Approved 6 Total
Arkansas CLE Approved 6 Total
Arizona CLE Approved 6 Total
California CLE Approved 6 Total
Colorado CLE Upon Request 6 Total
Connecticut CLE Approved 6 Total
Delaware CLE Approved 6 Total
Florida CLE Approved 7 Total
Georgia CLE Approved 6 Total
Iowa CLE Approved 6 Total
Idaho CLE Approved 6 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 6 Total
Indiana CLE Approved 6 Total
Kansas CLE Approved 7 Total
Kentucky CLE Approved 6 Total
Louisiana CLE Approved 6 Total
Maine CLE Approved 6 Total
Minnesota CLE Approved 6 Total
Missouri CLE Approved 6 Total
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 6 Total
Mississippi CLE Approved 6 Total
Montana CLE Approved 6 Total
North Carolina CLE Approved 6 Total
North Dakota CLE Approved 6 Total
Nebraska CLE Approved 6 Total
New Jersey CLE Approved 7.2 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 6 Total
New York CLE Approved 7 Total
Ohio CLE Approved 6 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 7 Total
Oregon CLE Approved 6 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 6 Total
Rhode Island CLE Approved 6 Total
South Carolina CLE Approved 6 Total
Tennessee CLE Approved 6 Total
Utah CLE Approved 6 Total
Virginia CLE Approved 6 Total
Vermont CLE Approved 6 Total
Washington CLE Approved 6 Total
Wisconsin CLE Approved 7 Total
West Virginia CLE Approved 7.2 Total
Wyoming CLE Approved 6 Total
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Agenda

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  1. Artificial Intelligence (AI) 101

    1. Key Terms to Know
    2. Understanding How Generative AI Works
    3. Overview of AI Use Cases for Attorneys
    4. Pros and Cons of Using AI in Legal Practice
  2. Hot Topics and Trends in Legal AI

  3. Primer on the Best AI Tools for Attorneys

    1. Examining the Most Popular AI Tools Right Now: ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.
    2. AI Tools Designed Specifically for Attorneys
  4. Useful Tips for Prompt Writing (With Demonstrations)

    1. The Role of Prompts
    2. General Rules on Prompt Engineering (Clarity, Specificity, and Context)
    3. Best Practices in Prompt Writing
    4. Fact-Checking and Validating Results: Why It Matters
    5. Top Prompt-Writing Blunders Attorneys Are Currently Making
  5. Key Steps to Take When Using AI For...

    1. Predictive Analytics and Case Assessment
    2. Client Communication
    3. Contract Drafting and Review
    4. Legal Research and Writing (Including Case Research, Citations, and Summaries)
    5. E-Discovery
    6. Litigation Support
    7. Other Administrative Tasks
  6. Best Practices for Creating and Updating Acceptable AI Use Policies for the Law Firm

  7. Ethical Considerations When Using Generative AI

    1. Strategies for Mitigating Bias in Generative AI Applications
    2. Attorney-Client Privilege and Confidentiality
    3. Competence and Diligence Issues
    4. Frivolous Arguments and False Statements
    5. Your Obligation to Supervise: Reviewing AI-Generated Products
    6. Avoiding the Unauthorized Practice of Law (UPL)

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for attorneys. Paralegals may also benefit.

Speakers

Seth Gardenswartz
Seth
Gardenswartz
Blackgarden Law
Kellen M Shearin
Kellen M.
Shearin
Buchanan Ingersoll and Rooney
Luke Rushing
Luke
Rushing
Huth Reynolds LLP
Speaker bio
Seth Gardenswartz

Seth Gardenswartz

Blackgarden Law
Seth Gardenswartz

is a partner with Blackgarden Law. He began his career in his family's sporting goods business, an 80-year multi-generational enterprise that ultimately expanded from Colorado to New Mexico and Texas. When the business was sold in 1995, Mr. Gardenswartz brought his experience and passion for technology and marketing to the practice of law. During law school, he wrote for SMU Law's International Journal and his paper, The Risk of Loss in Electronic Transactions, was published in the Virginia Journal of Law and Technology. Mr. Gardenswartz graduated, cum laude, from SMU Law School. His specialties include trademarks, craft breweries, contracts, payment systems, e-commerce, digital media and general business management. In addition to practicing law, Mr. Gardenswartz is co-developer of a tech-flex office building in downtown Albuquerque and co-owner of Surefi, an ad-tech company that combines proximity marketing with media targeting for mid-sized and regional brands in the craft beverage industry. He has represented and advised entrepreneurs on branding-related legal issues for over 15 years.

Speaker bio
Kellen M Shearin

Kellen M. Shearin

Buchanan Ingersoll and Rooney
Kellen Shearin

is an attorney with Buchanan Ingersoll and Rooney, bringing a wealth of experience in employment law and litigation. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, he has a proven track record of representing high-profile clients, including Fortune 500 companies, in both state and federal courts. Mr. Shearin's expertise extends to handling complex cases before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). He is adept at counseling clients on compliance with federal and state laws, particularly in areas such as handbook policies, pay practices, and the use of artificial intelligence in employment decisions. Mr. Shearin's meticulous approach to pre-trial litigation and his ability to draft critical employment documents make him a valuable asset to the firm. He earned his B.S. degree from Arizona State University and his J.D. degree, cum laude, from the University of Richmond School of Law, where he served as managing editor of the Law Review and held leadership roles in various student organizations. Beyond his professional achievements, Mr. Shearin is actively involved in community service, serving as president of the Board of Directors for the Religious Coalition for Community Revival. He is admitted to practice in District of Columbia, Maryland, West Virginia, with North Carolina license pending.

Speaker bio
Luke Rushing

Luke Rushing

Huth Reynolds LLP
Luke Rushing

is an attorney with Huth Reynolds LLP and is admitted to practice in New York and California. He has extensive experience in commercial litigation across a wide variety of industries. Mr. Rushing has advised numerous figures in the entertainment industry on copyright and trademark matters. He has also represented landlords and tenants in COVID-19 related lease litigations. Mr. Rushing has appeared before numerous municipal agencies and courts to defend alleged code violations on behalf of business owners in New York City; advised Fortune 500 clients in connection with landmark maritime claims; and represented a bank in connection with Section 14 (a) disclosure litigation. Mr. Rushing is the co-chair of the ABA Committee on Artificial Intelligence and Robotics. He earned his B.A. degree, magna cum laude, from Clark University; and his J.D. degree from Columbia University School of Law.

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