Worries are that generative AI such as ChatGPT could undermine the revered attorney-client privilege. Here's the issue and what you need to do about it.

The use of large language models (LLMs) for preparing patent applications is top of mind for many in-house and law firm leaders. The rise is emblematic of the broader trend of technological integration in the legal domain.

While ChatGPT is the coolest new technology around, it may be setting attorneys up for ethical violations under the Model Rules and putting both attorney-client privilege and client confidentiality at risk.

We strongly believe that there is a need for the development of ethical standards to govern transparency, responsibility, privacy interests and similar matters regarding the development and use of AI.