Lefebvre Dalloz announces new measures for authors

Lefebvre Dalloz, a legal and tax publisher based in France, announced on October 12, 2026, a series of initiatives to increase the involvement of its authors in the development of its digital services. These measures include the creation of a user club, new promotional spaces, and the drafting of a charter to regulate artificial intelligence use.

Authors to participate in AI development

The user club will allow authors to take part in the development of future products that incorporate artificial intelligence. This move aims to give contributors a direct role in shaping the tools that use their work, ensuring their voices are heard in the design process.

New spaces to highlight authors’ expertise

Lefebvre Dalloz also plans to create new sections within its digital platforms to showcase authors’ careers, publications, and areas of expertise. This effort is part of a broader strategy to recognize and promote the contributions of its writers in its digital services.

Creation of an "Authors' Office"

The company has announced the creation of an "Authors' Office," though its exact functions and operations have not yet been detailed. This office is expected to manage the new initiatives and ensure the needs of authors are addressed in the development of digital tools.

Charter to regulate AI use

A key part of the announcement is the drafting of a charter dedicated to artificial intelligence. The charter will be based on principles such as the protection of works, respect for copyright, transparency in AI usage, and the responsibility of those involved in AI development.

Human intelligence remains central

Lefebvre Dalloz emphasized that human intelligence will remain central to the production and transmission of legal knowledge. This reaffirms the company’s commitment to maintaining the role of human expertise even as it advances its AI-based services.

GenIA-L AI assistant continues to evolve

The company has been developing GenIA-L, its generative AI assistant for legal and accounting professionals, since 2024. This system uses the publisher's extensive document collection to answer legal questions and provide references.

AI integration in training programs

Since May 2026, GenIA-L has been integrated into more than 700 training programs offered by Lefebvre Dalloz Compétences. Users can now query legal resources, analyze documents, and generate summaries using the AI assistant.

ISO certification for AI management

On October 5, 2026, Lefebvre Dalloz announced that it had obtained the ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certification for its GenIA-L management system. This international standard ensures proper governance and risk management for AI systems.

Focus on author protection

The use of protected works in AI systems has sparked debate in the publishing sector. Issues such as the consent of rights holders, transparency of training data, and fair compensation for creators are at the center of these discussions.

Paris Charter supports author rights

In February 2025, several international organizations endorsed the Paris Charter on artificial intelligence, which advocates for transparency in training data, negotiated licenses, and fair compensation for rights holders.

Frankfurt Appeal calls for clearer AI practices

In October 2026, 120 publishers supported the "Frankfurt Appeal," which urges AI suppliers to identify the works used in training their models. This would allow rights holders to better assert their rights and ensure fair treatment.

Lefebvre Dalloz's unique approach

Unlike some industry-wide calls for AI transparency, Lefebvre Dalloz's approach focuses on defining its own commitments to its authors. This is because its AI systems rely on the contributions of its writers and legal experts.

Lefebvre Dalloz’s business profile

Lefebvre Dalloz operates in eight European countries and reported a turnover of nearly 560 million euros in 2025. It employs about 2,500 people and offers services in publishing, professional training, and software for legal, tax, and compliance professionals.