‘AI, as a Strategy for Legal Organizations’… Korea Legal Tech Forum 2026 Held
The ‘Korea Legal Tech Forum 2026,’ which discussed the future of legal services and artificial intelligence (AI) technology, was recently held successfully in Seoul. The event was attended by approximately 250 people, including in-house counsel, law firm representatives, and academic experts, who engaged in in-depth discussions on how to utilize AI in the legal field.
The core theme of this forum was ‘Strategic Transformation of Legal Organizations Using AI.’ Attendees discussed how AI technology can go beyond simple task assistance to enhance the efficiency of legal organizations and innovate decision-making processes. In particular, cases where AI was introduced to reduce working hours in the drafting and review of legal documents drew significant attention.
Major domestic legal tech companies, including Lawform and BoostDraft, participated as sponsors of the event. They showcased legal solutions integrated with the latest technology and demonstrated how AI technology can be specifically applied in practical work environments. Serious discussions regarding the legal liabilities and ethical issues associated with the adoption of such technology also took place on-site.
Experts emphasized through this forum that the Korean legal market stands at a critical juncture of digital transformation. There is high anticipation that the advancement of AI technology will lower the barriers to legal services and create an environment where more people can receive professional legal support.
In conclusion, the forum is evaluated as having provided a direction for how the Korean legal community should embrace and utilize the new tool of AI. Industry attention is now focused on how legal tech will transform the quality of legal services moving forward.