Mississippi Bar AI Guidance#
The Mississippi Bar has not yet issued formal guidance specifically addressing artificial intelligence use in legal practice. Mississippi attorneys must apply existing Rules of Professional Conduct to AI tools.
Regulatory Framework#
- Bar Association: Mississippi Bar
- Website: msbar.org
- Attorney Population: ~8,500 active attorneys
Core Ethical Obligations#
Competence (Rule 1.1)#
Attorneys must provide competent representation, which includes understanding AI tools’ capabilities and limitations before using them in client matters.
Confidentiality (Rule 1.6)#
Client information entered into AI systems must be protected. Attorneys should evaluate whether AI platforms adequately safeguard confidential data.
Supervision (Rules 5.1, 5.3)#
Supervising attorneys bear responsibility for ensuring proper AI use by subordinates and staff.
Candor (Rule 3.3)#
All AI-generated content must be verified for accuracy before submission to tribunals.
Practical Compliance Checklist#
AI Ethics Compliance
- Verify all AI outputs before client use or court submission
- Protect client confidentiality in AI platforms
- Maintain competence in AI tools used
- Document AI use in billing appropriately
- Supervise staff AI use
Has Mississippi issued AI-specific ethics guidance?
No. Mississippi attorneys should apply existing Rules of Professional Conduct and monitor the Mississippi Bar for future guidance.
What rules apply to AI use in Mississippi?
Rules 1.1 (Competence), 1.6 (Confidentiality), 3.3 (Candor), 5.1 and 5.3 (Supervision) govern AI use in legal practice.
Can I use AI for legal research in Mississippi?
Yes, but you must verify all citations and analysis. AI hallucinations have led to sanctions in other jurisdictions.
Must I disclose AI use to clients in Mississippi?
While not explicitly required, transparency about significant AI use aligns with communication duties under Rule 1.4.