10 Questions Every Lawyer Should Be Asking in the Age of AI

10 Career Questions Every Lawyer Should Be Asking in the Age of AI

AI is no longer a future concept — it’s here, and it’s already reshaping how law is delivered across the UK. Whether you’re working in a Top 50 firm or a regional boutique, the questions you ask about your career now could define how ready you are in five years’ time.

Here are 10 career-defining questions every lawyer should be thinking about:

1. Am I exposed to AI tools in my current firm, or behind the curve?
2. Do I know what legal tech is being used in my practice area — and why?
3. Could I confidently explain the difference between AI support and legal advice?
4. Am I developing skills that can’t be automated (e.g., judgment, negotiation, empathy)?
5. How will my current experience translate in an AI-augmented market in 3–5 years?
6. Am I building a professional reputation that shows adaptability and innovation?
7. Could I lead or contribute to an AI or tech initiative in my firm?
8. How comfortable am I with interpreting data or using tech platforms in legal work?
9. Is my CPD or ongoing training keeping pace with how the profession is evolving?
10. Am I aligned with a firm that’s investing in the future — or stuck defending the past?

You don’t need to have all the answers — but being aware of these questions is how to keep up with this every changing market.

If you’re interested to discuss the above or have been curious about Legal Tech roles and that emerging market, get in touch with Amy Barker at amy@barkerlegalrecruitment.com