AI in Criminal Defense Practice
Original Program Date :
Nov 07, 2025 (CST)
Length: 1:04:14
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept; it is a present and transformative force actively reshaping the legal profession. This seminar provides a comprehensive and expanded set of materials designed not merely to inform, but to persuade and alleviate the legitimate anxieties many practitioners hold regarding AI. The legal profession is founded upon principles of trust, confidentiality, and rigorous accuracy, tenets that, on the surface, may appear to clash with the well-documented risks of AI "hallucinations" and the potential for confidentiality breaches. This presentation is intended to confront these fears directly, demonstrating that AI, when wielded with appropriate caution and expertise, is not a threat to these core principles but a powerful tool that can fortify them. Our objective is to equip you with the knowledge to transcend a state of fear and move into an informed, ethical, and highly effective mode of practice.
Gregory M. Varner is the managing attorney at Gregory Varner & Associates, P.C.. With over 25 years of experience, he has represented over 1,000 criminal defendants and juvenile delinquents across Alabama. Greg is a former President of the Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. He holds a Bachelor of Science from Georgia Tech and earned his JD from Regent University School of Law.