How much does AI cost for a law firm in Dubai?
For most Dubai law firms and legal consultancies, AI starts with one Custom ChatGPT Skill for a single job, such as client intake summaries or NDA first drafts from your precedents, and then moves to a fixed-price START, GROW or RUN package. These are one-time implementation fees, not per-lawyer licences. The only new ongoing cost is a ChatGPT business subscription, paid to OpenAI.
The short answer
| Level | Price | Typical law firm scope |
|---|---|---|
| Custom Skill | AED 97 | One job: intake summariser, first-draft writer from a precedent, or contract summariser. 30-day refund. |
| START | AED 3,500 | Partner and associates: intake summaries, first drafts from precedents, client updates. |
| GROW | AED 7,500 | Whole practice: adds contract summaries, Arabic–English working drafts, clause finder, training. |
| RUN | AED 15,000 | Several practice groups: adds case chronologies, matter brief, approvals and access rules. |
One-time implementation fees. ChatGPT subscriptions are paid to OpenAI; see current ChatGPT prices in the UAE and full package details.
Why it costs less than you might expect
Specialist legal AI platforms are often licensed per lawyer at enterprise prices. Many Dubai firms first need help with everyday drafting, summaries, intake and updates, built on their own precedents. A ChatGPT implementation covers that for a fixed setup fee.
What changes the price
- Number of jobs: one is a Skill; intake plus drafts plus updates is START.
- Practice groups: separate teams with confidentiality walls need access rules, which is GROW or RUN.
- Languages: Arabic–English workflows add glossary and style setup.
- Precedent library size: a large library takes more preparation.
What is not included
- Your ChatGPT subscription, paid to OpenAI
- Document or practice management system changes
- Certified legal translation and legal research databases
Common questions
How much does AI cost for a law firm in Dubai?
It starts with one Custom ChatGPT Skill for a single job, then fixed-price START, GROW or RUN packages. These are one-time implementation fees; ChatGPT is paid separately to OpenAI. Current prices are on implementai.ae/pricing.
Is it priced per lawyer?
No. The implementation fee is fixed. ChatGPT business subscriptions are per user.
Does it include legal research tools?
No. Legal databases are separate; AI outputs that cite law must be verified against official sources.
Can we start with one practice area?
Yes. One Custom Skill with a 30-day refund is the usual start.