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ChatGPT for Family Lawyers™ Module 1: Ethical & Practical Use of AI in Family Law Artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT are becoming part of everyday legal practice, but using them responsibly in family law requires a clear understanding of ethical boundaries, confidentiality concerns, and professional responsibility. Module 1 of *ChatGPT for Family Lawyers™* provides a practical, lawyer focused introduction to using AI safely and effectively in a family law setting. This module explains what AI can and cannot do, how generative tools produce content, and why attorneys must always remain responsible for all legal analysis and filings. Participants learn how to use AI as a drafting and organizational assistant, not as a source of legal advice or factual conclusions. Through live demonstrations using hypothetical scenarios, the course shows how AI can assist with: • Drafting first-pass motion frameworks and outlines • Creating professional client communication templates • Organizing issues for hearings and mediation preparation The training emphasizes how to verify, edit, and refine AI-generated content so that all final work product meets courtroom and professional standards. Ethical considerations are addressed throughout, including confidentiality, competence, and supervision responsibilities. This module is ideal for family law attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants who want to improve efficiency without compromising ethical obligations or professional judgment. No prior AI experience is required. All demonstrations use fictional facts, and no confidential client information is involved. Participants leave with a clear understanding of how AI can support their practice, where caution is required, and how to begin using these tools in a responsible, productive way.