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If artificial intelligence does the work graduate staff once learnt from, how do we develop the next generation of experts?

Summary

The integration of internal AI tools within large organizations is rapidly automating routine document analysis and information retrieval previously performed by junior legal staff. This shift poses a systemic challenge to the traditional 'apprenticeship' model of professional development, potentially hollowing out the expertise needed to manage complex legal risks. While the article addresses workplace transformation and professional reliability, it focuses on economic and educational shifts rather than existential or catastrophic AI safety risks. The discussion is highly relevant to Australian professional services and the governance of AI-assisted decision-making in legal frameworks.

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