From www.bartier.com.au: Generative Artificial Intelligence will become regulated in legal proceedings in New South Wales starting February 3, 2025, with specific prohibitions on its use for sensitive information and witness statements.

Lawyers are permitted to use Gen AI for tasks such as generating chronologies and preparing written submissions, but must verify the accuracy of legal references included in these documents.

Ethical standards require lawyers to maintain client confidentiality and provide competent, independent legal services, with potential disciplinary actions for non-compliance.