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Can AI do the work of a Paralegal?
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 does not turn that percentage into a forecast of layoffs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Paralegal
44%
AI or a robot can already do 44% of this job.
#4 / 103
View rankingParalegal
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Prepare affidavits or other documents, such as legal correspondence, and organize and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing system.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 21% | 55% | +11.6 |
Prepare, edit, or review legal documents, including legislation, briefs, pleadings, appeals, wills, contracts, and real estate closing statements.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 19% | 55% | +10.5 |
Gather and analyze research data, such as statutes, decisions, and legal articles, codes, and documents.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 55% | +6.6 |
Investigate facts and law of cases and search pertinent sources, such as public records and internet sources, to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 55% | +5.5 |
Meet with clients and other professionals to discuss details of cases.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Direct and coordinate law office activity, including delivery of subpoenas.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
File pleadings with court clerks.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 22% | +2.2 |
Prepare for trial by performing tasks such as organizing exhibits.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
| Total | 100% | 44% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- design interfaces
- prototypes
- figma
- legal case management
- legal research
- legal department processes
- legal terminology
- court procedures
- compile legal documents
- handle evidence
Sources for this job· O*NET 23-2011.00· ESCO/ISCO 3411
IS WORK OVER?
Logistics coordinator
28%
#56 / 103
View rankingLogistics coordinator
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Maintain and develop positive business relationships with a customer's key personnel involved in, or directly relevant to, a logistics activity.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Develop an understanding of customers' needs and take actions to ensure that such needs are met.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Direct availability and allocation of materials, supplies, and finished products.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Direct team activities, establishing task priorities, scheduling and tracking work assignments, providing guidance, and ensuring the availability of resources.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Protect and control proprietary materials.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Explain proposed solutions to customers, management, or other interested parties through written proposals and oral presentations.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 22% | +1.1 |
Manage subcontractor activities, reviewing proposals, developing performance specifications, and serving as liaisons between subcontractors and organizations.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Perform managerial duties such as hiring and training employees and overseeing facility needs or requirements.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. | 40% | 28% | +11.2 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- multimodal transport logistics
- markets for modes of transport
- comply with railway safety standards
- resolve shipment issues
- track shipments
- use different communication channels
- handle shipment risks
- negotiate logistics services
- analyse transportation costs
- apply transportation management concepts
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-1081.00· ESCO/ISCO 4323