W2617 – AI: What You Wanted to Know (But Never Asked)

Explore how modern AI tools are actually being used in legal practice, including their strengths, limitations, and ethical risks. This session focuses on confidentiality, supervision, and avoiding pitfalls in AI-assisted work.

Course Category: Live Webinars

Course Level: Intermediate

CLE Credit: Technology

Start Date and Time (CT): Thursday, February 26, 2026 12:00 pm

CLE Hours: 1.5

Fees: $49 for Members and $70 for Nonmembers

Course Materials: Most live webinars include the ability to ask questions during the webinar about the topic, view slides of the presentation and have access to a recording of the webinar.

Description: This session goes beyond the hype to give legal professionals a practical look at how modern AI systems are actually being used in law firms today. We will cover the capabilities and limitations of current tools and the most important risks from an ethics standpoint. The focus is on real-world workflows: safeguarding confidentiality, supervising AI-assisted work, and navigating accuracy and citation pitfalls. Attendees will be provided with insights into what today’s AI can and cannot do, and how to deploy it responsibly.
Disclaimer: NALA recognizes this course as substantive CLE. However, if your state requires technology CLE, we can adjust this course to reflect technology CLE upon request. Please contact us at elearning@nala.org to request an update for your CLE requirements.
Course Year: 2026

Instructor: Matt Pogue

Matt Pogue is the founder of Kyloson LLC, an AI and cybersecurity company specializing in technology solutions for law firms. With more than 28 years of experience in networking, systems engineering, and enterprise infrastructure, he focuses on helping legal professionals understand and safely adopt emerging AI tools. His work includes developing on-premises and hybrid AI systems, building document-driven workflows, and guiding firms through the ethical and operational challenges of modern technology.

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