Do I need a client's consent to put their info into an AI tool?
Under Opinion 512 and MR 1.6, if entering client information into an AI tool creates a meaningful risk of disclosure — for instance a tool that uses inputs for training or lacks confidentiality protections — informed client consent is generally required; a…
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Under Opinion 512 and MR 1.6, if entering client information into an AI tool creates a meaningful risk of disclosure — for instance a tool that uses inputs for training or lacks confidentiality protections — informed client consent is generally required; a closed, confidential tool may lower that bar, but the lawyer must evaluate it. The duty is to assess and, where needed, obtain consent. Planisphere measures tool behaviour, not your confidentiality posture, and provides no legal advice.
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generative-AI duties · competence · confidentiality · candor · supervision.
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