AI and the Future of Law Podcast #26: ChatGPT Got an A+ on Law School Exams — What Happens Now?

What does it mean when AI outperforms law students? In this episode, co-hosts Jen Leonard and Bridget McCormack explore a groundbreaking study showing that OpenAI’s latest model, O3, earned A+ grades on actual law school finals — outperforming top students in multiple subjects. But that’s just one part of the story. They also dive into:

• OpenAI’s new integrations with Gmail, Slack, and Asana — and what that means for legal workflows and privacy
• Meta’s $14.8 billion investment in Scale AI and the race for superintelligence
• Their latest “AI Aha!” moments — from workshop design to funding research

Whether you’re a law student, legal educator, partner at a firm, or just trying to keep up with AI in your everyday life, this episode is a must-listen. Key Questions We Explore:

• Are traditional law exams still relevant?
• How should law schools and employers adapt?
• What new skills matter most in an AI-enabled legal future?

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AI and the Future of Law is your essential podcast for understanding how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the legal industry. Hosted by Bridget McCormack and Jen Leonard, each episode delves into cutting-edge technologies, trends, and strategies, providing invaluable insights for legal professionals, tech enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the future of law. Join us as we navigate the evolving landscape of AI, empowering the legal community to thrive in an era of unprecedented innovation.

Produced by Aaron Tran for the American Arbitration Association

                       

Jen Leonard

Jen Leonard founded Creative Lawyers to support law firms, corporate legal departments, and other professional services organizations that understand the urgency to modernize practice, services, and education. Jen works with leaders to cultivate innovative cultures, build nimble and collaborative strategies to navigate a volatile environment, and promote skills and mindsets… MORE >

                       

Bridget McCormack

Bridget Mary McCormack is President and CEO of the American Arbitration Association-International Centre for Dispute Resolution. She is also a Strategic Advisor to the Future of the Profession Initiative at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School. Until the end of 2022, McCormack was Chief Justice of the Michigan Supreme… MORE >