Court Standing Orders on Generative AI Disclosure

A standing order is a court or judge’s directive that applies within its stated scope. Generative-AI orders vary. Some require disclosure whenever AI assisted a filing, identification of the tool and sections, or a certification that a human verified sources and accuracy. Others emphasize existing Rule 11 duties without requiring a disclosure for every use. The relevant terms depend on the court, judge, case, filing type, and current order. For example, a Southern District of Ohio judge’s October 2025 order requires a separate declaration when generative AI helps prepare a pleading, motion, brief, or other court document, identifying the assisted portions and tool and certifying review. A July 2026 Eastern District of Texas standing order requires a certificate for AI-assisted pleadings and certifies accuracy and confidentiality conditions. These are examples from particular courts, not rules for every federal court or state tribunal. Before filing, check the assigned judge’s website and docket for current standing orders, local rules, amendments, and case-specific orders. Note whether the requirement covers generative AI only or other AI, whether editing AI text still counts, where and how to disclose, who signs, what must be certified, and any exceptions. Keep the declaration accurate and avoid revealing privileged or confidential client information unnecessarily. Regardless of an AI disclosure rule, lawyers and pro se filers remain responsible for filing content under applicable procedural rules.