CHANGING THE ACTIVITY OF A LAWYER IN CIVIL PROCEDURE IN THE DIGITAL AGE
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This article uses a multifaceted approach to analyzing the impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence on the activities of a lawyer in civil cases. First, the impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence on the transformation of the traditional legal profession and practice will be considered. Secondly, two key results of the revolution will be analyzed: the abolition of the lawyer's paid hour and the change in professional requirements for a lawyer. In addition, a number of recommendations on adapting the legal profession to modern digital technologies will be presented.
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