More than half of Victorian lawyers use AI – but only a quarter have cut client fees as a result

The short version

A study reveals 55% of Victorian lawyers now use AI, but only 26% have reduced client fees due to inefficiencies.

Key takeaways

• AI usage among Victorian lawyers rose to 55% from 37%.
• Just 26% of lawyers reduced client fees after adopting AI.
• Clients are increasingly presenting inaccurate info from chatbots.
• AI is more commonly used in business-related legal fields.

Overall sentiment

While AI adoption is increasing, expected efficiency gains and fee reductions are lacking.

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