Description
DECIPHERING AI
Book Summary
Richard Susskind, one of the most influential voices in the international legal landscape, analyzes in "Deciphering AI" the real impact of artificial intelligence on the legal profession. This book translates technology, innovation, and social evolution into concrete consequences for lawyers, judges, notaries, and law firms. Far from abstract theory, Susskind offers a practical guide to understanding which practices will disappear, which will be transformed, and where the true value of the jurist resides in an increasingly demanding digital environment. An essential work to get ahead of the immediate future of Law.
What is it about?
The book addresses how artificial intelligence is redefining the practice of Law. Susskind does not limit himself to describing the technology, but explains its concrete implications: from the automation of routine tasks to the transformation of legal advice. The author examines how professionals can adapt to an environment where AI assumes traditionally human functions, and points out the skills that will remain irreplaceable. With a clear and rigorous approach, the work invites a rethink of the business model of law firms, the role of judges, and the training of future jurists, offering tools to successfully navigate the change.
Main themes
- Impact of artificial intelligence on legal practice
- Automation of legal processes and new professional competencies
- Transformation of the law firm business model
- The role of the jurist in the digital age
- Strategic adaptation to technological innovation in Law
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at lawyers, judges, notaries, prosecutors, legal advisors, and law students who want to understand how artificial intelligence is transforming their profession. It is also of great interest to law firm managers, heads of legal innovation, and any professional in the sector who seeks to anticipate changes and maintain their relevance in an increasingly digitalized environment.
What this book provides
- A clear and realistic vision of the impact of AI on the practice of Law, without alarmism or idealization.
- Practical tools to identify which tasks will be automated and which will continue to require human judgment.
- Keys to redefining the value of the jurist and adapting their professional profile to new market demands.
- Strategies for law firms and professionals to remain competitive in a digital environment.
Technical data
- Author: Richard Susskind
- Publisher: LA LEY
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Law
- Collection: Fondo
- Publication date: April 2026
- Number of pages: 300
- Weight: 931 g
Editorial review
"Deciphering AI" is a timely and necessary work for any legal professional who wants to understand the present and prepare for the future. Richard Susskind combines his deep knowledge of the sector with an exceptional ability to translate complex technological concepts into practical implications. The book is just uncomfortable enough, but it provides much more: it offers a realistic roadmap to adapt without losing sight of the essential value of the legal profession. An essential read for those who do not want to be left behind in the digital transformation of Law.