Artificial intelligence is one of today’s defining challenges for solo and small-firm lawyers, and thriving through it starts with judgment, not adoption alone. New tools launch constantly, and clients expect greater efficiency without sacrificing quality. The real challenge is not simply learning how to use AI, but knowing when to trust it, when to question it, and when professional judgment must lead.

This session introduces the TRUST Framework™, a practical decision-making model for lawyers navigating these challenges. You’ll learn how to evaluate AI tools before using them, distinguish between work that can be automated, augmented, or should never be delegated, and establish guardrails that protect client confidentiality and professional responsibility while still improving efficiency.

You’ll leave with a framework you can apply immediately. Thriving with AI does not mean using it as much as possible. It means knowing exactly what should—and should not—be delegated to it.