ODW2620 – AI Essentials: Practical Tools to Elevate Legal Work
AI is rapidly changing the legal industry. Legal professionals can add value by reducing low-value work and understanding how to use basic AI tools. Join us for this session on key AI essentials and explore practical tools.
Course Category: On-Demand Webinars
Course Level: Basic
CLE Credit: Technology
CLE Hours: 1.0
Fees: $49 for Members and $70 for Nonmembers
Course Materials: Recording and PDF of the power point slides.
Description: The legal industry is experiencing unprecedented changes due to AI and automation. Many professionals feel pressure to keep up, or risk falling behind in their roles. One of the most effective ways paralegals and administrative staff can demonstrate their value is by helping reduce time spent on low-value tasks and shifting focus to higher –value work. Having a basic understanding of how AI works, exploring rea-world use cases, and knowing when to apply these tools can help you contribute more effectively within your organization. In this session, we will cover AI essentials and include live demonstrations of select legal tools.
Disclaimer: NALA recognizes this course as non-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.
Presenter Biography: Yvonne Nath began her career in the legal field as a paralegal and has since held roles including legal project manager, director of strategic operations, executive director, and consultant to dozens of law firms on the business of law. She holds a master’s degree in law firm management. Today, her work focuses on helping law firms build essential AI literacy and identify opportunities to differentiate themselves in a rapidly evolving, technology-driven legal landscape.
Course Year: 2026