Obligations
A structured tracker of binding and advisory sources governing AI use in legal practice: ABA and state bar ethics opinions, court standing orders and local rules on AI disclosure, state AI statutes, and EU AI Act provisions relevant to legal services. Organized by jurisdiction and source type, each entry carries an effective date, a last-reviewed date, and a link to the primary text, with superseded entries flagged rather than silently removed since this layer changes quickly. Contains obligations and rules only, not case outcomes (Risk Digest) or practical how-to steps (Workflows), though it links to both where relevant.
United States
| Obligation | Source type | Issuing body | Effective date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| How Eminent Domain Law Applies to AI Data Center Power Lines | — | — | — | In force |
| What AI Jitters Mean for Law Firm Financial Strategy | — | — | — | In force |
EU
| Obligation | Source type | Issuing body | Effective date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EU AI Act Penalties and Enforcement: A Practical Risk Assessment for US-Based Legal Teams | — | — | 2026-08-02 | In force |
| How the 2026 World Cup Exposes AI Regulation Gaps | — | — | — | In force |
| EU AI Act High-Risk AI Obligations for Legal Services: A Deployer's Guide for Law Firms and Legal Departments | — | — | 2027-12-02 | In force |
| EU AI Act High-Risk AI Systems: Obligations for Legal Practice and Compliance Teams | — | — | 2026-08-02 | In force |
| DMA Forces Google to Share Search Data and Open Android to AI | — | — | January 2027 | In force |
| EU AI Act August 2026 Deadline: What Legal Professionals Must Know After the Digital Omnibus | — | — | 2026-08-02 | In force |
Colorado, United States
| Obligation | Source type | Issuing body | Effective date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado SB 205: AI Bill Overview, Obligations, and Current Status | — | — | 2026-02-01 | In force |
US federal
| Obligation | Source type | Issuing body | Effective date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| When does AI screen time enforcement violate student rights? | — | — | — | In force |
Federal
| Obligation | Source type | Issuing body | Effective date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The 2019 ESA Rule Changes Explained for Legal Professionals | — | — | 2019-09-26 | In force |
Unspecified jurisdiction
| Obligation | Source type | Issuing body | Effective date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABA Formal Opinion 512: What Generative AI Ethics Rules Actually Require of Attorneys | — | ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility | 2024-07-29 | In force |
| AI Adoption in Law Firms: What the 2024 Survey Data Says About Attorney Competence Obligations | — | — | — | In force |
| Florida Bar AI Ethics Opinion: Attorney Competence and Confidentiality Requirements | — | The Florida Bar, Professional Ethics Committee | 2024 | In force |
| NYC Bar Association Formal Opinion on AI Tools: What Attorneys Need to Know | — | New York City Bar Association, Committee on Professional Ethics | 2024 | In force |
| ABA Model Rule 1.1 and AI: What Competence Requires of Attorneys Using AI Tools | — | ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility | 2024-07-29 | In force |
California
| Obligation | Source type | Issuing body | Effective date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California's AI Ethics Rulemaking: How Six Proposed Rule Amendments Would Make 'Should' Into 'Must' | — | California State Bar — Committee on Professional Responsibility and Conduct (COPRAC) | May 14, 2026 (updated Practical Guidance in effect); proposed rule amendments pending — comment period closed May 4, 2026, adoption date TBD | In force |
Multiple US states
| Obligation | Source type | Issuing body | Effective date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Do Instagram Teen Account Settings Comply with State Privacy Laws? | — | — | 2026-07-20 | In force |
New York State
| Obligation | Source type | Issuing body | Effective date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NYSBA Task Force on Artificial Intelligence: 2024 Report and Recommendations — Tracker Record | — | New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) Task Force on Artificial Intelligence | April 6, 2024 | In force |
EU, US
| Obligation | Source type | Issuing body | Effective date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navigating the AI Compliance Certification Maze: A Decision Framework for Compliance Officers and In-House Counsel | — | — | 2026-08-02 | In force |