TBA Law Blog


Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on May 22, 2026

Based on input from more than 1,300 legal professionals, the 2026 Legal Industry Report from 8am™ covers three major themes shaping the legal field right now: the rapid rise of legal AI, persistent gaps in access to justice and growing concern about the rule of law. Key findings from the survey include: 69% of legal professionals now use general-purpose AI tools, yet fewer than half of firms have provided training on how to use them responsibly; 76% of respondents believe AI could help narrow the access-to-justice gap; and 62% of lawyers say the rule of law is under threat. The report also explores where firms are seeing the biggest returns on technology investment. 8am™ is a TBA member benefit partner. Read the report or learn more about their products and services.