AI Tools for Practicing Lawyers

Ron Drescher

AI Tools for Practicing Lawyers delivers practical, no-nonsense guidance on how attorneys can use artificial intelligence tools in their law practices — right now. This podcast is for practicing lawyers who want real-world answers, not hype. Each episode focuses on clear, understandable explanations of AI tools that can help attorneys work more efficiently, communicate more effectively, and make better business decisions — without requiring technical expertise or coding knowledge. We cover topics such as: • Using AI responsibly and ethically in legal practice • Drafting, research, summarization, and document review tools • Client communication and intake automation • Practice management efficiencies • Emerging AI platforms relevant to law firms • Real examples attorneys can apply immediately Whether you are a solo practitioner, small-firm attorney, or part of a larger practice, this podcast is designed to help you understand what AI can — and cannot — do for lawyers today. No futurism. No speculation. Just practical tools for practicing lawyers. Hosted by Ron Drescher

Episodes

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    Episode 001 – What Practicing Lawyers Need to Know About AI Right Now

    Welcome to the inaugural episode of AI Tools for Practicing Lawyers. In this first episode, we explain what artificial intelligence actually means for lawyers today — separating practical tools from hype, speculation, and fear. This podcast is designed for practicing attorneys who want clear, real-world guidance on how AI can be used responsibly and effectively in a law practice right now — without technical jargon or coding knowledge. In this episode, we cover: • What lawyers should understand about AI in 2026  • Why AI is not replacing lawyers — but changing how they work  • The difference between general AI tools and legal-specific platforms  • Ethical considerations every attorney must understand  • Practical use cases attorneys can apply immediately  • Common misconceptions and risks  • How to start using AI safely in your practice This show focuses on practical implementation, not futurism. No hype.  No speculation.  Just tools that work. Episode Chapters 00:00 – Introduction to AI Tools for Practicing Lawyers 01:15 – Meet the Hosts: Ron Drescher & Heather Gardner 03:00 – Why This Podcast Exists 05:10 – Lawyers and AI: The Current Landscape 08:20 – Early AI Adoption in Legal Practice 11:10 – Prompts, ChatGPT, and Practical Use 14:20 – Confidentiality, Security, and Oversight 17:00 – The Flintstones, Simpsons & Jetsons Framework 20:30 – Practical AI Examples for Lawyers 23:10 – What’s Coming in the Next Episode 24:30 – Closing Remarks Resources Mentioned • ChatGPT  • Claude  • Perplexity  • Microsoft Copilot  • Google Gemini ChatGPT – https://chat.openai.com Google Gemini (formerly Bard) – https://gemini.google.com Grammarly with AI – https://www.grammarly.com Spellbook – https://www.spellbook.legal LawDroid – https://www.lawdroid.com Westlaw AI – https://legal.thomsonreuters.com Fastcase – https://www.fastcase.com About the Podcast AI Tools for Practicing Lawyers delivers practical, no-nonsense guidance on how attorneys can use artificial intelligence tools in their law practices — right now. Each episode focuses on: • Real-world legal workflows  • Responsible AI usage  • Efficiency and productivity tools  • Client communication improvements  • Practice-management applications Designed for solo practitioners, small firms, lawyers in mega firms and attorneys who want clarity — not hype. Host Ron Drescher & Heather Gardner  Attorney, educator, and legal technology advocate Paralegal & CEO

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AI Tools for Practicing Lawyers delivers practical, no-nonsense guidance on how attorneys can use artificial intelligence tools in their law practices — right now. This podcast is for practicing lawyers who want real-world answers, not hype. Each episode focuses on clear, understandable explanations of AI tools that can help attorneys work more efficiently, communicate more effectively, and make better business decisions — without requiring technical expertise or coding knowledge. We cover topics such as: • Using AI responsibly and ethically in legal practice • Drafting, research, summarization, and document review tools • Client communication and intake automation • Practice management efficiencies • Emerging AI platforms relevant to law firms • Real examples attorneys can apply immediately Whether you are a solo practitioner, small-firm attorney, or part of a larger practice, this podcast is designed to help you understand what AI can — and cannot — do for lawyers today. No futurism. No speculation. Just practical tools for practicing lawyers. Hosted by Ron Drescher