Why Google
Why Google & AI Can’t Replace Your Lawyer In an age where AI tools and Google search results offer instant answers, it’s easy to assume you no longer need a lawyer. But here’s the hard truth: AI and Google are tools; they are not trained legal minds. In Kenya, where the law is highly localized, contextual, and evolving, the guidance of a qualified lawyer is not just useful it’s often legally required. Here are some reasons as to why you need to retain your lawyer for your legal needs. 1. A Lawyer Knows What to Look for and What to Ignore Google gives you information. A lawyer gives you relevant, applicable, and actionable solutions. You can search “how to register property,” but your lawyer will: I. Know the exact forms needed in Kenya II. Compare search engine info with current Kenyan statutes, case law, and legal procedure III. Understand what doesn’t apply to your unique case 2. Some Documents MUST Be Drafted or Verified by a Lawyer In Kenya, many legal documents require the expertise and signature of an advocate. Examples include: I. Sale agreements, leases, and powers of attorney II. Documents needing verification by a Commissioner for Oaths or Notary Public III. Court pleadings, affidavits, and conveyancing instruments that must follow legal form Using DIY templates or AI tools for these could: I. Lead to invalid or unenforceable documents II. Cost you more in future litigation or losses 3. Legal language gives your Documents Power Only a lawyer understands how to: I. Phrase clauses that stand up in court II. Anticipate and close legal loopholes III. Ensure your documents reflect your intent with legal precision Contracts, agreements, and wills need to speak legal language to have the force of law. Poorly worded documents can be dismissed or used against you. 4. Legal Protection Is a Lifelong Need From buying land, signing business deals, protecting your intellectual property, settling family estates, to pursuing justice in court your lawyer walks with you through it all. The law touches every major decision in life. So don’t make the mistake of thinking your legal needs end with one Google search or AI draft. Let tech assist you but let your lawyer protect you.
