Australians are using AI for far more than work and study, and millennials are leading the charge.

New Australian data from LawConnect, an AI-powered legal platform, shows 25-34 year olds are the most active users of AI for legal questions, closely followed by 35-44 year olds. The findings highlight how a generation juggling relationships, children, careers and property (often all at once) is increasingly turning to digital tools for legal clarity.

Family law dominates these queries, with nearly half relating to child custody and parenting arrangements. Property settlements, employment disputes and wills also feature heavily, reflecting how separation, job insecurity and long-term planning are becoming part of millennial life.

With traditional legal advice often feeling expensive or overwhelming, particularly during a cost-of-living crisis, many Australians are starting online to understand their rights and options before deciding whether to engage a lawyer.

In its first year, LawConnect recorded more than 121,000 legal questions, with over 10,500 Australians engaging each month. The platform combines free AI legal information with the option to connect directly to a trusted lawyer, offering a clear pathway from early research to professional support.

As millennials move into more complex life stages and more Gen Z enters adulthood, demand for accessible legal information is only expected to grow. For a generation used to managing life online, turning to AI for legal guidance is becoming the norm - a first step towards understanding rights and seeking professional advice when needed.

Legal AI platforms like LawConnect are purpose-built for law, offering accuracy, reliability, and expert oversight. Unlike general AI (ChatGPT), LawConnect combines verified legal data and lawyer connectivity to deliver guidance that users can rely on. For Australians seeking more information on navigating legal questions, resources are available at lawconnect.com/en-au.