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Latest AI Tools Oct 16, 2026 55 sec

New AI tool flags issues in draft agreements

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Sullivan & Cromwell and OpenAI built software that reads a draft contract and points out possible issues. It’s meant to support agreement review work, not replace it.

ForIn-house legal teams reviewing draft agreements · Law firms involved in contract drafting and review
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