"Patel believes that the similarities between the creation of software and computer engineering make law a tempting target for disruption. Law and computer engineering both involve the use of structured language and depend heavily on past solutions to build future solutions."
"The real value lawyers bring to clients is something AI can't bring: the ability to advise, listen, and guide them through ambiguity and lack of predictability."
"Vibe coding can make everyone a coder and an AI platform developer, allowing software that was once too expensive for many businesses and law firms to become affordable and obtainable."
Jordan Furlong and Nilay Patel both emphasize the enduring need for human lawyers despite the rise of AI in the legal profession. Patel argues that the unique value lawyers provide—advising, listening, and guiding clients through uncertainty—cannot be replicated by AI. He notes that the legal field shares similarities with software engineering, making it susceptible to disruption. The emergence of vibe coding allows more individuals to engage in coding, making legal work increasingly automatable and accessible.
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