Store release and e-book launch: “Efficient work with AI in law firms – practical knowledge for day-to-day client work”

The new itmedialaw store is online – and with it, the comprehensive e-book “Efficient work with AI in law firms – practical knowledge for daily client work” is now available. The target group is practitioners who want to implement the use of legal tech and AI tools in everyday legal work in a well-founded, legally compliant and practice-oriented manner. In addition to the e-book, a free reading sample, a detailed table of contents and 150 ready-to-use legal prompts are available.

Origin and objectives

The book was written against the background of the rapid development of generative AI systems in the legal sector and is aimed at all those who not only want to try out the new tools, but also want to integrate them into their law firm work in a profitable and legally compliant manner. The practical experience gained from AI training courses and clients shows: AI is no longer a trend, but is gradually establishing itself as a working standard in law firms of all sizes. The challenge, however, is to combine efficiency gains with the strict requirements of data protection, attorney-client confidentiality and personal responsibility. This is exactly where this book comes in.

Focus and content of the e-book

The e-book is designed as a practical guide. It focuses on the application of prompt engineering, typical use cases for AI in everyday legal practice, risks and compliance as well as numerous practical examples – from the creation of legal documents to effective workflows and error prevention. The table of contents shows the breadth of topics covered:

• Basics and definition of prompt engineering in a legal context
• Overview of AI systems and tools for law firms
• Practical entry aids and structured prompts
• Application in all major areas of law: Civil law, criminal law, labor law, IT and corporate law, etc.
• Checklists, do’s & don’ts and methodical instructions for everyday life
• Concrete application examples: Client communication, statements of claim, contract drafting, research, risk analysis, document evaluation
• Specific sections on data protection, liability, professional requirements and protection
• 150 ready-to-use legal prompts for your own workflow

Extensive practical examples and real experience

A particular focus is on the realistic presentation of opportunities and limitations. In addition to technical and methodological issues, typical pitfalls, liability gaps and ethical challenges in dealing with AI are addressed. The content is based on our own practical experience, feedback from training courses and clients as well as numerous tests with various AI systems.

Resources for direct access

Interested parties will find additional information:

• The e-book: Efficient work with AI in law firms – practical knowledge for daily client work
• Reading sample: Reading sample “Using AI efficiently in the law firm”
• Table of contents as PDF: Table of contents (PDF)
• 150 useful prompts for every LLM – free of charge: Legal prompts – 150 useful instructions

Conclusion and outlook

With the publication of the store and this e-book in particular, a tool is being made available that helps lawyers to leverage the potential of AI in their day-to-day work and at the same time avoid typical mistakes, uncertainties and liability traps. The content is deliberately presented in a practical, solution-oriented manner and without technical gobbledygook – with the aim of facilitating entry into and further development of legal prompt engineering.

Questions, feedback and suggestions on other topics relating to legal tech, AI and legal working methods are always welcome.

Author: Marian Härtel

Marian Härtel ist Rechtsanwalt und Fachanwalt für IT-Recht mit einer über 25-jährigen Erfahrung als Unternehmer und Berater in den Bereichen Games, E-Sport, Blockchain, SaaS und Künstliche Intelligenz. Seine Beratungsschwerpunkte umfassen neben dem IT-Recht insbesondere das Urheberrecht, Medienrecht sowie Wettbewerbsrecht. Er betreut schwerpunktmäßig Start-ups, Agenturen und Influencer, die er in strategischen Fragen, komplexen Vertragsangelegenheiten sowie bei Investitionsprojekten begleitet. Dabei zeichnet sich seine Beratung durch einen interdisziplinären Ansatz aus, der juristische Expertise und langjährige unternehmerische Erfahrung miteinander verbindet. Ziel seiner Tätigkeit ist stets, Mandanten praxisorientierte Lösungen anzubieten und rechtlich fundierte Unterstützung bei der Umsetzung innovativer Geschäftsmodelle zu gewährleisten.