Is BatasGPT a Replacement for a Lawyer?
No, BatasGPT is not a replacement for a lawyer. It is an AI-powered legal research tool designed to assist lawyers, law students, and the general public in understanding and finding legal information quickly. However, it does not and cannot replace the expertise, judgment, and advocacy of a licensed lawyer.
What BatasGPT Can Do:
- Legal Research – Quickly retrieves relevant Supreme Court decisions, Philippine Laws, and legal principles.
- Case Law Summaries – Provides concise explanations of legal doctrines and case precedents.
- Drafting Assistance – Helps in drafting contracts, pleadings, and legal documents (subject to human review).
- Legal Q&A – Answers general legal questions based on existing laws and case law.
- Law Student Support – Aids in bar exam review and legal concept memorization.
What BatasGPT Cannot Do:
- Provide Legal Advice – AI cannot give case-specific legal advice tailored to a client’s unique situation.
- Represent Clients in Court – Only a licensed lawyer can advocate for client in legal proceedings.
- Make Final Legal Judgments – AI can provide legal insights but cannot make binding legal determinations.
- Replace Human Legal Expertise – AI lacks the critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and strategic decision-making skills of a lawyer.