Gilbert + Tobin rethinks legal business with AI, OpenAI interview shows
Luis Cabral ·
Gilbert + Tobin says it is rethinking the business of law with AI in an interview published today, according to OpenAI. The announcement highlights how leading firms are moving beyond experiments as generative systems start reshaping legal work, knowledge management, and client expectations. It also comes as regulators and corporate clients press for efficiency gains paired with strict confidentiality, auditability, and compliance.
In the OpenAI conversation, Partner and Chief Executive Officer Sam Nickless outlines the firm’s approach and signals an intent to align AI adoption with client value and risk controls. OpenAI did not publish specific product names, deployment stages, or timelines. Watch for Gilbert + Tobin to detail internal rollout plans, client-facing use cases, and any measured impact on matter delivery and pricing. [Developing. This article will be updated.]