Do I have to disclose to a client or court that I used AI?
It depends on jurisdiction and context: ABA Opinion 512 requires communicating about AI use where it is material to the representation, some courts have standing orders requiring disclosure or certification, and a few state bars address client disclosure —…
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It depends on jurisdiction and context: ABA Opinion 512 requires communicating about AI use where it is material to the representation, some courts have standing orders requiring disclosure or certification, and a few state bars address client disclosure — but there is no uniform nationwide rule. Check the specific court's orders and your state's guidance. Planisphere documents how an AI tool behaves; it does not determine your disclosure duty or provide legal advice.
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