AI for Legal Document Review: Limits and Safe Uses
AI can summarize a contract and flag unusual clauses. It cannot give legal advice.
What it can do
Help you understand.
- Summarize key terms.
- List dates and obligations.
- Explain jargon.
What it cannot do
It does not know your jurisdiction or full situation and can miss critical clauses.
Protect confidentiality
Avoid uploading sensitive contracts to tools without clear data protections.
Use it well
Prepare for a lawyer.
- Summarize first.
- List questions.
- Have a lawyer review before signing.
Key takeaway: AI helps you understand contracts, but a qualified lawyer should review before you sign. This is not legal advice.
