Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

• AI can speed this up on its own: 2 (10%)
• AI can speed this up with extra software: 16 (80%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 2 (10%)

• Prepare written opinions or decisions regarding cases.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Organize or deliver public presentations about mediation to organizations, such as community agencies or schools.AI can speed this up on its own · supplemental task
• Apply relevant laws, regulations, policies, or precedents to reach conclusions.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Conduct hearings to obtain information or evidence relative to disposition of claims.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Use mediation techniques to facilitate communication between disputants, to further parties' understanding of different perspectives, and to guide parties toward mutual agreement.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Confer with disputants to clarify issues, identify underlying concerns, and develop an understanding of their respective needs and interests.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Rule on exceptions, motions, or admissibility of evidence.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Conduct initial meetings with disputants to outline the arbitration process, settle procedural matters, such as fees, or determine details, such as witness numbers or time requirements.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Prepare settlement agreements for disputants to sign.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Set up appointments for parties to meet for mediation.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Research laws, regulations, policies, or precedent decisions to prepare for hearings.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Determine extent of liability according to evidence, laws, or administrative or judicial precedents.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Authorize payment of valid claims.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Interview claimants, agents, or witnesses to obtain information about disputed issues.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Conduct studies of appeals procedures to ensure adherence to legal requirements or to facilitate disposition of cases.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Recommend acceptance or rejection of compromise settlement offers.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task · Seen in real AI use
• Evaluate information from documents, such as claim applications, birth or death certificates, or physician or employer records.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task · Seen in real AI use
• Specialize in the negotiation and resolution of environmental conflicts involving issues such as natural resource allocation or regional development planning.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Issue subpoenas or administer oaths to prepare for formal hearings.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Participate in court proceedings.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task