Could Agentic AI Be Your Next Legal Intern?

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Presidential Task Force on AI and Digital Technologies members Wendy Butler Curtis and Robert Mahari are joined by Cai GoGwilt, founder of Ironclad, to discuss the power and potential of Agentic AI. Their conversation explores the definitions, capabilities, and notable limitations of the emerging Large Language Models. Building on Forbes’ “intern” analogy, the co-hosts highlight the ways in which Agentic AI can enhance productivity across several fields with its hyperintelligence and adaptability to complex tasks. Curtis, Mahari and GoGwilt conclude with thoughts on its future development, ethical considerations of its usage, and anecdotes of their most interesting encounters with these tools. 

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00:00 Introduction to Agentic AI 

05:14 Defining Agentic AI 

08:11 Rapid Fire Q&A 

09:07 Capabilities and Limitations of Agentic AI 

13:55 Open Source and Future Prospects 

21:26 AI’s Limitations in Legal Contexts 

22:01 Debating AI’s Reasoning Capabilities 

26:02 Practical Applications of AI in Various Industries 

28:24 AI in Legal Practice: Current and Future Uses 

31:47 Ethical Considerations and Professional Responsibility 

32:34 Optimism and Concerns About AI’s Future 

40:10 Engaging with Generative AI: Practical Tips 

41:56 Best and Worst Uses of Generative AI 

45:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts