In today’s legal marketplace, AI-powered algorithms have become the new gatekeepers of visibility and credibility. As these algorithms scan, validate and surface expertise, the traditional legal PR playbook, centered on press releases announcing lateral hires, client wins or firm milestones, is losing impact. To stay relevant, law firms must rethink how they build trust, authority and business. Success now depends on understanding how AI evaluates expertise through third-party endorsement and on adapting PR strategies accordingly. This shift demands a new approach to legal PR: one focused on influence, validation and strategic presence across respected third-party media platforms.