The Question of AI at the Bar with Alex Ustych

In this episode of the GetBriefed Podcast, Orlagh sits down with AI and data protection specialist at 5 Essex Chambers, Alex Ustych.

Called to the Bar in 2010, Alex has long been interested in emerging technologies and the challenges that a phenomenon like AI would present, even before its current rise to prominence. as AI reshapes industries worldwide, Alex explores what it means for the legal profession today.

This conversation sees Alex share both his personal insight and professional perspective on key issues surrounding AI at the Bar, including:

• How barristers should engage with AI tools in practice
• The problem of AI "sycophancy" and its implications
• The intersection of AI and data protection law
• The biggest risks and opportunities AI presents to chambers
• Three core rules for using AI responsibly in legal work