AI use and the hidden risk to legal privilege – Local Government Lawyer

Posted May 28th, 2026 in news by michael

‘The use of generative AI tools is now firmly embedded in most of our day-to-day lives, including in our workplaces. From asking AI to summarise a document, to drafting and analysis, these tools offer significant efficiencies. However, their increasing use raises a fundamental issue from a legal perspective: can the use of AI tools inadvertently waive legal professional privilege (“LPP”)?’

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Local Government Lawyer, 27th May 2026

Source: www.localgovernmentlawyer.co.uk