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Embracing Innovation – Strategies for Assessing and Integrating AI

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  04 December 2025

Abstract

This article by Alex Robinson explores the ever-expanding landscape of AI tools available to law firms and offers practical strategies for their successful adoption. It emphasises the importance of upskilling teams, identifying business-specific needs, and implementing structured frameworks to evaluate and integrate AI solutions effectively. Drawing on real-world examples and industry insights, the article provides a roadmap for navigating the AI market strategically, ensuring law firms invest in the right tools at the right time to deliver meaningful results.

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Focus on AI
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© The Author(s), 2025. Published by British and Irish Association of Law Librarians

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