{"id":95636,"date":"2025-04-11T23:01:37","date_gmt":"2025-04-11T21:01:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/intercoaching.fr\/?p=95636"},"modified":"2025-04-11T23:01:40","modified_gmt":"2025-04-11T21:01:40","slug":"judge-questions-entrepreneurs-use-of-ai-lawyer-in-court","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/intercoaching.fr\/en\/judge-questions-entrepreneurs-use-of-ai-lawyer-in-court\/","title":{"rendered":"Judge questions entrepreneur’s use of AI lawyer in court"},"content":{"rendered":"

In a New York courtroom, an unexpected incident occurred when veteran entrepreneur Jerome Dewald attempted to use a digital avatar as his lawyer to defend his case. This bold move was met with a fierce reaction from Judge Sallie Manzanet-Daniels, who immediately questioned Dewald\u2019s lack of transparency regarding the nature of his legal representative. In the midst of legal proceedings, a debate about the acceptability of artificial intelligence in the justice system intensified, raising concerns about the reliability and transparency of modern judicial practices. In a compelling case that calls into question the future of artificial intelligence in the judiciary, an entrepreneur attempted to use a digital avatar as his lawyer during a trial. This experiment, led by Jerome Dewald, irritated a judge, highlighting the challenges of transparency and reliability of AI technologies in court. Background to the Trial<\/strong> On March 26, 2025, in a New York City courtroom, Jerome Dewald, a 74-year-old entrepreneur, presented a video of his digital avatar, Jim, during a hearing. Although he cited health problems related to throat cancer as the reason for his inability to plead in person, he failed to specify that Jim was not a human lawyer, but a product of AI. A Judge Resolves the Situation<\/strong>Judge Sallie Manzanet-Daniels quickly showed her irritation. She reprimanded Dewald for his lack of clarity and clearly expressed her displeasure: she had expected to hear from the entrepreneur himself, not an avatar. His presentation highlighted the need for honesty when using technology in the legal field. The consequences of using an AI lawyer<\/strong> Dewald was forced to acknowledge his mistakes and apologize to the court. Citing the importance of transparency, the judge insisted that any use of AI in the legal system must be clearly disclosed. \u00ab\u00a0I wish I had known that when you filed your application. You didn\u2019t tell me, sir. I don\u2019t appreciate being misled,\u00a0\u00bb she emphasized. A Changing Judicial Landscape<\/strong> Despite the rise of AI in our daily lives, its acceptance within the judicial system remains problematic. Other cases have also highlighted the limitations of this technology. For example, several lawyers have been sanctioned for submitting fictitious research generated by ChatGPT, demonstrating how risky reliance on AI can be.<\/p>\n\n

Judges and Distrust of AIDistrust of AI is palpable. The startup DoNotPay was even fined $193,000 for promising lawyering skills that were not actually implemented. This illustrates the inability of some companies to guarantee the effectiveness of their AI solutions, creating an atmosphere of suspicion within the courts.<\/strong> Ongoing Experiments with Digital Tools Courts are beginning to evaluate digital tools to improve judicial processes. In Arizona, digital avatars are being used to synthesize decisions. However, AI hallucinations can compromise the integrity of the facts, raising major questions about the fairness of the decisions rendered.<\/strong> In the context of the French judicial system, initiatives are already underway to integrate AI, but they remain surrounded by considerable vigilance. Transparency and ethics are essential to ensure that these technologies are used responsibly and reliably. At the same time, AI solutions are being made available to support low-income lawyers, as announced by the Paris Bar Association. This assistance could advance the debate on the place of AI in the law, but only if it is accompanied by the necessary precautions.<\/strong> The question remains: how far can AI go in the judicial field without compromising justice itself? The time has come to question all this and act responsibly. Finally, even beyond borders, figures such as the Pakistani Prime Minister are using AI to campaign from prison, demonstrating the scope and potential of this technology in various fields, but also the risks associated with its unregulated use. AI, while promising, deserves special attention to ensure its proper use in our complex society. For further reflection on the future of AI, conferences such as the Rencontres d\u2019Occitanie are ideal opportunities to learn about and master this constantly evolving technology.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n

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