Ned Gannon
Co-founder & CEO
Ned Gannon
Co-founder & CEO
In this article, published in Artificial Lawyer, Ned Gannon, Coheso's CEO, shares his predictions for where legal AI is headed in 2026.
What will definitely happen in legal AI in 2026?
An increased focus on change management, ease of adoption, and near-term ROI will take precedence over shiny demo-ready features as law firms and in-house departments incorporate tools within their workflows. Trust, candor, and collaboration will continue to be key to successful implementations and deepen relationships between vendors and their clients.
What might happen this year?
In line with other professions, we may see a dip in hiring for entry level roles as AI usurps more junior level work. AI adoption may also further accelerate the trend toward work staying in-house as companies are able to leverage technology to increase legal capacity closer to the business.
What definitely won't happen in legal AI in 2026?
The pace of innovation and experimentation will not slow. In an uncertain and rapidly changing world, sound legal and compliance advice and processes will be more critical than ever as businesses and individuals navigate an evolving landscape.