Automation index
Can AI do the work of a Lawyer?
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.
It also does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Lawyer
31%
AI or a robot can already do 31% of this job.
#26 / 103
View rankingLawyer
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Supervise legal assistants.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 22% | +2 |
Analyze the probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 48% | +4.3 |
Interpret laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 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 pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Prepare, draft, and review legal documents, such as wills, deeds, patent applications, mortgages, leases, and contracts.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 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 pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Examine legal data to determine advisability of defending or prosecuting lawsuit.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 44% | 28% | +12.3 |
| Total | 100% | 31% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- 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?
Marketing manager
31%
#33 / 103
View rankingMarketing manager
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Formulate, direct, or coordinate marketing activities or policies to promote products or services, working with advertising or promotion managers.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 22% | 28% | +6.2 |
Identify, develop, or evaluate marketing strategy, based on knowledge of establishment objectives, market characteristics, and cost and markup factors.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Direct the hiring, training, or performance evaluations of marketing or sales staff and oversee their daily activities.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 28% | +3.4 |
Evaluate the financial aspects of product development, such as budgets, expenditures, research and development appropriations, or return-on-investment and profit-loss projections.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 48% | +3.4 |
Consult with product development personnel on product specifications, such as design, color, or packaging.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Compile lists describing product or service offerings.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Use sales forecasting or strategic planning to ensure the sale and profitability of products, lines, or services, analyzing business developments and monitoring market trends.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Develop pricing strategies, balancing firm objectives and customer satisfaction.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 20% | 28% | +5.6 |
| Total | 100% | 31% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- channel marketing
- sales strategies
- company policies
- implement marketing strategies
- carry out naming strategies
- perform customers’ needs analysis
- manage staff
- apply social media marketing
- create annual marketing budget
- set brand positioning
Sources for this job· O*NET 11-2021.00· ESCO/ISCO 2431