AI for Lawyers
by Noah Waisberg & Dr. Alexander Hudek
The Future Is Already Here—and It’s Billing Hours
This isn’t a book about what’s coming. It’s a book about what’s already here.
AI for Lawyers is a wake-up call and a practical guide for anyone in the legal field who still thinks AI is years away. As someone focused on tech-enabled legal leadership, I found this book both energizing and essential. It demystifies AI and shows how it’s already changing how we practice, deliver value, and stay competitive.
What the Book Is About
Waisberg and Hudek—co-founders of legal tech company Kira Systems—lay out how AI is transforming nearly every corner of law: from contract review and e-discovery to legal research, compliance, litigation prediction, and even business development.
But this book doesn’t just make the case for AI adoption—it gives real-world use cases, explains how the tech works in plain English, and offers frameworks for evaluating vendors, preparing your team, and navigating ethical concerns.
Why This Book Mattered to Me
AI isn’t an abstract concept for me—it’s part of how I run a law firm. From internal workflows to client service models, I’ve seen firsthand how automation and machine learning free up human energy for deeper, more strategic work.
AI for Lawyers affirmed a lot of what we’ve already been building at Fennemore—but it also challenged me to think bigger. It reinforced the idea that AI isn’t here to replace lawyers; it’s here to elevate the ones who embrace it.
What stood out most is how practical the book is. This isn’t Silicon Valley hype. It’s legal-specific, grounded, and forward-looking without being overwhelming. If you’re serious about staying relevant in the next 5–10 years of law, this book should be on your list.
Key Takeaways
AI isn’t the future—it’s the present. Forward-thinking firms are already using it to save time, reduce risk, and increase value.
You don’t need to be technical. Understanding what AI does is more important than knowing how it works.
Adoption isn’t optional. It’s not a matter of if AI will affect your practice—it’s when and how well you’re prepared for it.
Who Should Read This
Any lawyer who wants to future-proof their practice. This is especially valuable for firm leaders, legal ops professionals, and anyone involved in innovation, tech procurement, or client-facing services.
If you’ve been curious about AI but weren’t sure where to start—or if you’ve been resisting the conversation altogether—this is the book that brings you up to speed.
Final Thought
AI for Lawyers doesn’t try to sell you on buzzwords. It gives you a clear, grounded understanding of how legal work is evolving—and what smart firms are doing about it.
If you want to stay ahead of the curve without falling for the hype, this is your playbook.
