Malaysia's chief justice on Sunday compared artificial intelligence to a chainsaw, calling it a powerful tool that becomes hazardous when mishandled. Datuk Seri Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh told legal professionals that while AI already assists with research, contract reviews and case predictions, the technology cannot substitute for human judgment in courtrooms.
Speaking at the Malaysia Legal Forum 2025, Justice Wan Ahmad Farid emphasized that jurisprudence demands more than algorithmic processing of statutes and precedents. He said legal work requires compassion, contextual awareness and insight drawn from lived experiences that bring people into litigation. The senior jurist stressed that courts must interpret both legislative text and its underlying principles to guarantee justice remains visible, attainable and equitable for all citizens.
The forum's third annual gathering brought together judges, attorneys and corporate counsel to discuss emerging challenges facing Malaysia's legal system. Justice Wan Ahmad Farid urged participants to welcome innovation without abandoning foundational principles, pursue effectiveness without compromising fairness, and adopt new technologies while preserving the human element central to their profession.
Speaking at the Malaysia Legal Forum 2025, Justice Wan Ahmad Farid emphasized that jurisprudence demands more than algorithmic processing of statutes and precedents. He said legal work requires compassion, contextual awareness and insight drawn from lived experiences that bring people into litigation. The senior jurist stressed that courts must interpret both legislative text and its underlying principles to guarantee justice remains visible, attainable and equitable for all citizens.
The forum's third annual gathering brought together judges, attorneys and corporate counsel to discuss emerging challenges facing Malaysia's legal system. Justice Wan Ahmad Farid urged participants to welcome innovation without abandoning foundational principles, pursue effectiveness without compromising fairness, and adopt new technologies while preserving the human element central to their profession.
