Judge Slashes Law Firm's Fee Request Citing ChatGPT Justification

A New York judge reduces attorney fees after the firm uses AI to determine billing rates, sparking debate on AI's role in legal practices.

A New York judge halved the Cuddy Law Firm's attorney fee request after they cited ChatGPT to justify their billing rate.
The judge criticized the firm for not providing a reasonable basis for their $550 per hour rate, derived from ChatGPT's calculations.
This case highlights ongoing concerns about the reliability of AI-generated information in legal proceedings.
The legal community is increasingly scrutinizing the use of AI tools like ChatGPT in the courtroom.
Experts advise caution and thorough verification when incorporating AI-generated data into legal work.