RSGI’s Harvey findings make AI skills part of hiring and appraisal strategy
The RSGI report cited by Legal IT Insider says 82 percent of law firms and 94 percent of in-house teams are changing hiring criteria to prioritize AI skills, while some firms are adding AI competency to partner and associate appraisals.
BY MIDSIZED DESK · JUNE 23, 2026 · 1 MIN READ
The RSGI report cited by Legal IT Insider says 82 percent of law firms and 94 percent of in-house teams are changing hiring criteria to prioritize AI skills, while some firms are adding AI competency to partner and associate appraisals. Midsized firms should treat this as a talent-system issue, not just a training issue: AI fluency will shape recruitment, development, supervision and promotion.
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