Resistive Forces: Examining Counter-influences To AI Uptake In IP Practice

It is no secret that artificial intelligence (AI) is redefining industries, but its usage still stands at the crossroads regarding Intellectual Property (IP) and the patent landscape. On the one hand, large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, Bard and Alpaca intrigue us with the promise to automate much of the work of IP practice, from summarizing prior art to even writing parts of patent specifications. On the other, AI tools are still defined more by their limitations than their capabilities when it comes to matters of law.

Why LLMs cannot replace human legal experience

The disruptive potential of LLMs is undeniable: They can analyze documents and present information significantly faster than entire teams of people. But despite the time-saving opportunities afforded by such technology, it can act only as a supplement, not a substitute, for human intelligence and judgment.