AI Basics for Legal Work: A Quick Guide To Get You Up to Speed

This practical session is designed for busy legal professionals who want to understand how AI actually workswithout getting lost in jargon. In just 30 minutes, we’ll break down the key terms, concepts, and tools behind today’s AI so you can use them with more confidence.

You’ll learn:

1. What large language models (LLMs) are - and what they’re not
2. The difference between tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, and Wordsmith
3. How to spot high-risk use cases—and know when not to use AI

Whether you’re new to AI or just want a clearer understanding of how it fits into legal work, you’ll leave with practical knowledge and a stronger foundation to build on.