Every state's bar has different AI-use rules — or no rule at all (in which case ABA Formal Opinion 512 controls). Practicing across state lines means checking every jurisdiction. Tool gives you the matrix in 3 seconds. Click any state. See disclosure, consent, billing, verification, and policy requirements. Citations + key excerpts included.
MA BBO formal ethical guidance on AI — competence, confidentiality, supervision, and candor addressed. Cited in multiple 2025 MA sanctions rulings.
Massachusetts AI Practice Requirements (as of 2026-04): Authority: BBO Ethical Guidance on Generative AI (Mar 2024) Key requirements: ✓ Client disclosure of AI use is REQUIRED ✓ Informed consent REQUIRED before inputting client data into AI ✓ Billing must reflect actual work (cannot bill AI-accelerated hours) ✓ Verify all citations before filing (universal) ✓ Written AI-use policy required Key excerpt: "Lawyers must understand the technology, protect confidentiality, verify citations, and supervise staff use. Billing accuracy is paramount." Source: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/generative-ai-guidance Generated by Ascero AI State-Bar AI Rules Lookup — asceroai.com/legal/state-bar-ai-rules Not legal advice. Verify current status with state bar.