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Astra for Law
The gist
OpenAI unveiled Astra for Law, a GPT-6 configuration for legal work, on Sep 17, 2026.
It targets Am Law 200 firms and legal AI vendors, intensifying competition.
How it unfolded
- Jun 2026OpenAI hired Jason Boehmig, cofounder and former CEO of Ironclad, to lead development of products for the legal industry.
- Sep 17, 2026OpenAI unveiled Astra for Law, combining GPT-6 Astra with a dedicated legal search index and custom instructions for legal analysis and writing.
- Sep 17, 2026OpenAI said Astra for Law will be available soon to API customers including Harvey and Legora, and initially offered to selected law firms through a new 'Trusted Access' program targeting Am Law 200 firms.