diff --git a/docs/plopfile.js b/docs/plopfile.js index a31caa889..0c384af85 100644 --- a/docs/plopfile.js +++ b/docs/plopfile.js @@ -6,7 +6,7 @@ const camelCase = (str) => { return str.replace(/[-_](\w)/g, (_, c) => c.toUpperCase()) } -const categories = ['building-jan', 'research'] +const categories = ['building-jan', 'research', 'guides'] /** * @param {import("plop").NodePlopAPI} plop diff --git a/docs/src/components/Blog/index.tsx b/docs/src/components/Blog/index.tsx index ca10cf408..16899df2c 100644 --- a/docs/src/components/Blog/index.tsx +++ b/docs/src/components/Blog/index.tsx @@ -19,6 +19,10 @@ const Blog = () => { name: 'Research', id: 'research', }, + { + name: 'Guides', + id: 'guides', + }, ] return ( diff --git a/docs/src/pages/post/_meta.json b/docs/src/pages/post/_meta.json index e5472dd61..1962ffa9e 100644 --- a/docs/src/pages/post/_meta.json +++ b/docs/src/pages/post/_meta.json @@ -20,5 +20,10 @@ "title": "Research", "display": "normal", "href": "/blog?category=research" + }, + "guides-cat": { + "title": "Guides", + "display": "normal", + "href": "/blog?category=guides" } } diff --git a/docs/src/pages/post/ai-for-law.mdx b/docs/src/pages/post/ai-for-law.mdx new file mode 100644 index 000000000..5a00b8a3a --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/src/pages/post/ai-for-law.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,71 @@ +--- +title: "Private AI for legal professionals who need confidentiality" +description: "It's possible to use AI without risking client data. Jan helps lawyers save time while keeping clients safe." +tags: AI, ai for law, ai for lawyers, ChatGPT alternative, Jan, local AI, offline AI +categories: guides +date: 2025-09-30 +ogImage: assets/images/general/is-chatgpt-down.jpg +twitter: + card: summary_large_image + site: "@jandotai" + title: "Private AI for legal professionals who need confidentiality" + description: "It's possible to use AI without risking client data. Jan helps lawyers save time while keeping clients safe." + image: assets/images/general/is-chatgpt-down.jpg +--- +import { Callout } from 'nextra/components' +import CTABlog from '@/components/Blog/CTA' +import { OpenAIStatusChecker } from '@/components/OpenAIStatusChecker' + +# Private AI for legal professionals who need confidentiality + +Yes, it's possible to use AI in legal work without risking client data. ChatGPT or others are not the only way to use AI in law. + +Jan is an privacy-conscious alternative to ChatGPT, it runs AI locally on your laptop/computer, with no files leaving your desk. + + +If you want to check whether your system can run private AI, see our [AI system requirements guide](/docs/system-requirements). + + +With Jan, you can create assistants that support your daily work while keeping contracts, case notes, and client files under your full control. + +## What legal professionals can do with AI + +- **Contract review**: Highlight unusual clauses, spot ambiguous language, or check for missing terms. +- **Drafting**: Generate first drafts of NDAs, agreements, or letters that you can refine. +- **Case prep**: Summarize depositions, discovery files, or judgments into clear briefs. +- **Knowledge management**: Turn firm memos, policies, and precedents into a searchable knowledge base. + +## Create your own legal assistant in Jan + +Jan lets you build assistants with custom instructions. Think of it as a paralegal that follows your exact guidance. + +Here’s a starter prompt you can use: + +> “You are a legal assistant focused on contract analysis. When I paste a contract, highlight risky clauses, note ambiguous language, and give me a short summary in plain English for a client. Do not provide legal advice, only observations.” + +You can expand this to handle drafting, summarizing, or workflows unique to your practice. Over time, refine it with examples so it mirrors your style. + +## Why private AI matters in law + +Every lawyer has the same concern: **confidentiality**. +Cloud-based tools process your text on external servers. Even anonymized input can reveal sensitive details. + + +Client trust depends on privacy. Sending documents into public AI tools risks compliance and reputation. + + +Private AI keeps everything under your control — no uploads, no leaks. + +## Getting started + +1. Install Jan on your device. +2. Create a custom assistant using the starter prompt above. +3. Test it first on non-sensitive documents. +4. Move into client work once you’re confident in the results. + +## Final note + +AI in legal practice is not about replacing lawyers. It’s about handling repetitive tasks safely, so you can focus on the decisions that matter. +With private AI, you get the benefits of automation without compromising client confidentiality. + + diff --git a/docs/src/pages/post/is-chatgpt-down-use-jan.mdx b/docs/src/pages/post/is-chatgpt-down-use-jan.mdx index 1ec263977..dfd9843fd 100644 --- a/docs/src/pages/post/is-chatgpt-down-use-jan.mdx +++ b/docs/src/pages/post/is-chatgpt-down-use-jan.mdx @@ -109,12 +109,12 @@ When ChatGPT experiences issues, you might see these error messages: ## Quick answers about ChatGPT status ### Is ChatGPT down? -Check the ChatGPT realtime status above. If ChatGPT is down, you'll see it here. +Check the ChatGPT realtime status above. [See if ChatGPT is down right now.](http://localhost:3000/post/is-chatgpt-down-use-jan#-realtime-status-is-chatgpt-down) ### Why is ChatGPT down? Usually server overload, maintenance, or outages at OpenAI. -### What does “ChatGPT is at capacity” mean? +### What does "ChatGPT is at capacity" mean? Too many users are online at the same time. You’ll need to wait or switch to Jan instead. ### Is ChatGPT shutting down?