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AI is reshaping litigation and regulation, presenting novel challenges in areas such as data security, professional standards, intellectual property and commercial litigation.

The barristers at 4 New Square are at the forefront of legal thinking and practice in AI‑related disputes and advisory work. The AI Hub brings together case analysis, commentary, events, guidance and key materials to help you navigate the opportunities and challenges presented by AI.

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Our members are at the forefront of legal developments involving artificial intelligence, emerging technologies and data-driven innovation. Through this AI Hub we share insights, publications, case updates, events and commentary from across chambers.

If you would like to discuss a matter, explore instructing counsel or obtain further information about our expertise in AI and technology-related disputes and regulation, please contact our Clerks.

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AI Articles & Publications


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Articles & Publications

AI and witness statements: risks, retrials and reforms


Given the proliferation of AI tools such as ChatGPT and Claude, it…

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SRA Warning Notice on “Misuse of AI” dated 17 August 2026: a timely reminder to legal practitioners


Jamie Smith KC and Tim Chelmick consider yesterday’s Warning Notice published by…

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Legal Professional Privilege in the Age of AI: Open Systems, Closed Systems and the Data Journey


Introduction The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence tools across the legal profession…

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Where are court rules heading in the age of AI?


In just one week there have been two different updates on the…

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Over to you, AI?


There’s been a sense of increasing unease from some professional bodies and…

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The Curious Incident of the Insolvency Rules That Did Not Exist


In this article, Jamie Smith KC and Isabel Barter discuss Cork and…

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BSB Guidance on the use of AI and Other Technologies


On 18 May 2026, the BSB published its Guidance on the use…

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Know Thy Tools: the FRC’s Guidance on Generative and Agentic AI


On 30 March 2026, the FRC published guidance to support audit firms…

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The use of AI from the Irish Court of Appeal


An interesting decision on the use of AI from the Irish Court…

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RICS AI Guidance: Responsible use of artificial intelligence in surveying practice


Keeping up with professional guidance in AI is fast becoming a full…

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AI and the Courts: The Civil Justice Council’s Consultation on Preparing Court Documents


A Civil Justice Council Working Group (the “CJC”), chaired by Lord Justice…

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Is your AI Assistant causing a privilege or supervision problem?


For a long time the AI cases hitting the headlines have only…

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Professional Liability, Regulatory and Coverage Update: what happened in 2025 and what’s next in 2026?


By Helen Evans KC,  Anthony Jones, Marie-Claire O’Kane, Jack Steer and William…

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Are AI and lawyers a good mix?


Legal AI is developing at a dizzying rate. In January 2025 the…

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Videos

Professionals in the Age of AI


A recording of Helen Evans KC and Isabel Barter’s thought-provoking session on how artificial…

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AI Events


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Past Events

Jamie Smith KC speaking at Legal AI Event – What do barristers want?


Jamie Smith KC will be speaking on a panel at Legal AI…

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Past Events

AI, Professional Negligence and the Black Box Problem


25th September 202611am - 12pm BST

As AI becomes more widely used across professional services, it is raising…

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4 New Square’s Isabel Barter to speak at UKJT Event: Legal Statement on AI Harms


19th March 20265:30pm GMT

4 New Square’s Isabel Barter, who has contributed to the consultation underpinning…

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When is it negligent for a professional to use or ignore AI?


26th March 20264pm - 5pm GMT

The UK Jurisdiction Taskforce is consulting on its final report on Liability…

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Legal Bites: Regulatory Webinar Series


9th July 20254:30pm - 5:30pm BST

Legal Bites: Regulatory Webinar Series AI, Regulation and the Courts We are…

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Paul Mitchell KC to speak at C5 Fraud, Asset Tracing & Recovery Geneva


14th March 2024 - 15th March 2024

We are delighted that 4 New Square Chambers’ Paul Mitchell KC will…

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