How the New ABA Standards Map Out Exactly What Your Legal AI Tool Should Deliver
The industry-wide “hallucination” problem, where models generate plausible but false information, remains the main barrier to trust.
Joe Stephens is Director of Legal Solutions at Steno and helps legal teams work more efficiently. He leverages his experience having built a large rural public defender office and worked in the Texas Legislature to enhance Steno's innovative deposition services and legal tech tools.
The industry-wide “hallucination” problem, where models generate plausible but false information, remains the main barrier to trust.
Outside capital is one option, but not the only one. Firms can also pursue organic growth, traditional financing, mergers, or operational improvements, which can be funded through retained earnings.
The firms that succeed won’t just adopt individual technologies—they’ll orchestrate integrated systems that work in harmony, creating a competitive advantage while delivering superior client outcomes.
By embracing technology, cultivating strong interpersonal skills, and committing to continuous learning, paralegals can transform themselves into indispensable members of their legal teams.