OpenAI Introduces Astra for Law
Astra for Law powers legal research, analysis, and drafting for firms See how OpenAI's new platform adds privacy, governance, and smarter tools
OpenAI has announced Astra for Law, a new AI foundation aimed at law firms and legal technology companies. The system combines GPT6 Astra with legalfocused settings, tools, and context designed for research, analysis, and writing.
The company said selected API customers, including Harvey and Legora, will be able to build on the new platform, and that additional legal capabilities will be added to future models. OpenAI also highlighted privacy and governance features for confidential client work, including controls for eligible firms and zero data retention on the API.
Astra for Law is being offered first to selected law firms through Trusted Access in ChatGPT and Codex, with API availability planned soon. OpenAI said the launch also includes new partnerbuilt plugins, community plugins, and updated tools such as ChatGPT for Word to support legal drafting and review.