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I've spent years practising law across two continents — including four years in the US legal field, where I watched AI debut and begin reshaping the profession firsthand. One thing has become clear: AI is no longer the future — it's here. The Verdict on AI is my platform to help attorneys understand what that means for our profession. I break down judgments, AI tools, ethical obligations, and regulatory updates in a way that's practical, actionable, and relevant to South African law. My goal? To make sure lawyers don't just keep up — they stay ahead.

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AI Won't Replace South African Lawyers. Unprepared Ones Will Lose.

The profession is at an inflection point. SA courts are sanctioning attorneys for AI hallucinations. ENS and Bowmans have gone all-in on Harvey AI. Here is the honest picture — and what you need to do about it.

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Mavundla v MEC: The Case Every SA Attorney Must Study Before Using AI

Seven of nine case citations were fabricated by ChatGPT. The KZN High Court referred the matter to the LPC. Here is the full story — and your protection protocol.

8 March 2026 · 7 min read Read Article →

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Uploading Client Documents to AI Tools? You May Already Be Violating POPIA.

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