Automation index
How much of a Lawyer’s job can AI already do?
Today an AI can already search case law and draft a first brief. Standing it up in court, and owning it, is still the lawyer’s job.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Lawyer
31%
AI can already do 31% of this job.
#28 / 623
View rankingLawyer
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Supervise legal assistants.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 22% | +2 |
Analyze the probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 48% | +4.3 |
Interpret laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Gather evidence to formulate defense or to initiate legal actions by such means as interviewing clients and witnesses to ascertain the facts of a case.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Prepare, draft, and review legal documents, such as wills, deeds, patent applications, mortgages, leases, and contracts.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 55% | +3.9 |
Advise clients concerning business transactions, claim liability, advisability of prosecuting or defending lawsuits, or legal rights and obligations.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Examine legal data to determine advisability of defending or prosecuting lawsuit.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 44% | 28% | +12.3 |
| Total | 100% | 31% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- advise clients
- draft contracts
- litigate
- interpret law
- legal case management
- court procedures
- compile legal documents
- negotiate in legal cases
- protect client interests
- analyse legal evidence
Sources for this job· O*NET 23-1011.00· ESCO/ISCO 2611
IS WORK OVER?
Barista
28%
#84 / 623
View rankingBarista
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Prepare or serve hot or cold beverages, such as coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees, or teas.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Receive and process customer payments.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Take customer orders and convey them to other employees for preparation.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Describe menu items to customers, or suggest products that might appeal to them.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Serve prepared foods, such as muffins, biscotti, or bagels.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Prepare or serve menu items, such as sandwiches or salads.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Clean or sanitize work areas, utensils, or equipment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Clean service or seating areas.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 42% | 28% | +11.8 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- comply with food safety and hygiene
- educate customers on tea varieties
- maintain relationship with customers
- greet guests
- handle customer complaints
- upsell products
- handover the service area
- set up the coffee area
- maintain customer service
- work in a hospitality team
Sources for this job· O*NET 35-3023.01· ESCO/ISCO 5132