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LawTech Weekly Briefing - Apr 12 - Apr 18, 2025

Thomson Reuters reports 95% of lawyers expect GenAI to be central in 5 years; meanwhile, Ikaun, Epiq, and Agiloft push forward with AI-driven tools for law firms.

LawTech Weekly Briefing - Apr 6 - Apr 11, 2025

A&O Shearman teams with Harvey, Dentons launches Office Hours, and Freshfields partners with Google Cloud—key AI collaborations redefining legal workflows and innovation strategy.

LawTech Weekly Briefing - Mar 30 - Apr 4, 2025

Shoosmiths links bonuses to AI use, in-house teams invest in GenAI, and legal tech sees major innovation, funding, and a few April Fool’s surprises.

LawTech Weekly Briefing - Mar 24 - Mar 28, 2025

LexisNexis debuted Protégé, a legal-specific AI assistant. Law Business Research & ALM merged. AI is transforming workflows, but compliance is key. Embrace innovation!

LawTech Weekly Briefing - Mar 09 - Mar 14, 2025

Clio's acquisition of ShareDo marks a significant shift in legal tech, emphasizing scalability, integration, and AI-driven solutions, while expanding offerings for firms of all sizes.

(Sep 30) What happened in LegalTech last week?

Elevate acquires Redgrave Data, enhancing eDiscovery. Wolters Kluwer adds AI to VitalLaw. FTC fines DoNotPay. Legal tech trends highlight AI, cloud solutions, and strategic acquisitions.

(Sep 23) What happened in LegalTech last week?

Legal tech advances with UK law firms exposed to cybersecurity risks, new CA digital rights laws, and global expansions by AI startups like Harvey and CRM vendor Nexl.

(Sep 16) What happened in LegalTech last week?

Australia to regulate AI in high-risk environments; Singapore boosts legal AI education. Major law firms adopt AI, automation, and cloud solutions driving efficiency and innovation.

(Sep 9) What happened in LegalTech last week

Last week in legal tech, Harvey introduced a framework for assessing AI in legal tasks, while discussions on AI reliability and significant VC investments dominated the landscape.

(Sep 2) What happened in LegalTech last week?

New legal specific LLM Lexlegis.AI unveiled L-SLM for legal tasks. Supio raised $25M for AI in personal injury law. Other key stories focused on AI integration, contract management, and leadership changes.

Transforming Legal Workflows: From AI-Powered Contract Management to Automation Magic

The legal tech world surged with innovation as Supio secured $25M, Harvey partnered with Icertis, and Allens adopted iManage. Discover the latest advancements here!

(Aug 26) What happened in LegalTech last week?

Last week's legal tech highlights include Moonlit's spin-out from Deloitte, Thomson Reuters' acquisition of Safe Sign, and AI integration in legal education at USC and UC Berkeley.

(Jul 8) What happened in Legaltech last week?

Generative AI redefines legal tech, with law firms embracing document automation, enhanced legal education, and AI-driven tools. Leadership shifts and regulatory changes also highlight industry transformation.

(Jul 1) What happened in legal tech last week?

Last week, the legal industry saw a push in AI integration, with new ethics mandates, AI insurance for property transactions, and innovative solutions to enhance client relationships.

(Jun 28) In-House Efficiency & AI Trends - What Your Legal Team Needs to Know

Discover the latest in legal tech: Clearbrief secures $4M, Relativity launches aiR for Review, and Anaqua introduces AQX 11. AI and automation revolutionize the legal profession!

(Jun 26) Ethics & Efficiency: Navigating AI Integration in Law Firms

Stay informed with the latest in legal tech! Discover AI's role in law, key regulatory updates, and industry trends from the iManage ConnectLive conference.

We are back. What happened in Legal Tech last week?

Lexsoft Systems launched a budget-friendly AI solution for law firms, and DeepJudge raised $10.7M. Adobe faced legal scrutiny but released new AI features. Here is all you missed in legal tech last week.

More acquisition news, and female founders secure disproportionate low funding

Yesterday's legal tech developments continued to integrate AI into traditional processes, showcasing several significant partnerships and a notable M&A activity. The industry is facing transformation, emphasizing AI applications for effective legal service delivery.

A&O divests major stake, LexSoft announces KM platform, and Clio report

Progress continues in legal technology with significant appointments, software advancements, M&A strategies, and a focus on AI solutions, evidencing the growing influence of data analysis, cloud-based services, and artificial intelligence in the industry.

Elite Technology's Strategic Shift and Lexis Launches Lexis+ AI: Here's Your Weekly Recap

Major industry shifts occur in legal tech with business restructures and AI tool launches. Trends lean towards AI-enriched solutions, SaaS models and focused strategies. Adaptation and data-driven approaches are essential for law firms to evolve successfully.

How Lexis+ AI and LEAP Bridging the Generational Gap

LexisNexis revealed advanced AI tool Lexis+ to boost productivity in the legal sector, amidst a growing trend of AI and automation in the industry.

Expanding Your Firm's Reach with AI: The Latest Legal Tech Innovations

Yesterday in legal tech: Partnerships formed, new services launched, AI tools introduced, key staff appointed. Major focus on automation, client satisfaction, and the importance of online presence.

Law Firm Profitability Drops and Harbor Acquires Stout Legal Consulting: Here's Your Weekly Recap

This week we discuss the strategic use of AI, acquisitions in legal tech, and measures to boost law firm profitability. Key updates involve advanced AI applications, leadership changes in legal tech firms, and heightened data privacy concerns.

Decreasing optimism about year-end law firm profits

Yesterday's legal tech news highlighted the success of the KM&I Conference, Xperate's dedicated team launch, Helm360's new data discovery tool, and vLex's AI upgrade.

Latest Shake-Up in Legal Tech: AI on the Rise & Notable Talent Shifts

Recent legal tech news underscored AI’s pivotal role in the sector; major stories included Novaplex's new COO, Allen & Overy's AI adoption, and Harbor's strategic acquisitions. Legal tech's growth signals increased tech-related legal issues.

Spain Creates First AI Regulatory Body & Other Developments: Here's Your Weekly Recap

Legal tech is rapidly evolving with companies like Clio, Evisort, and App4Legal leveraging AI solutions for improved efficiencies. Regulatory bodies, such as Spain's AESIA, are emerging for AI supervision within the legal sector.

From AI to UX: Exploring Key Innovations in Legal Tech

Yesterday was notable for legal-tech with CTS Group's Tiger Eye's Blueprint update, LexisNexis' new cloud solution, Freeths and Henchman partnership, and more. Key themes focused on merging AI with legal practices for improving productivity and efficiency, evolving legal-tech norms globally.

Clio Con, Legal Geek, and Simmons & Simmons continues to make news

Developments in legal tech include AI tools like Gavel Blueprint and fleetAI for workflow efficiency. The trend shows a push towards targeted services and leadership expansion for growth in the globally competitive market.

Litera & Zuva release taxonomy, law firm AI training consortium, and Lupl release next-gen platform: here's your weekly recap

Leading law firms and tech providers leverage AI and machine learning to streamline law operations and services. Increasing trends towards AI training, document classification harmonizing, and the wideness of the pay gap are influencing the sector and its future.

From Economics of Superstar Lawyers to Lupl modernizing LPM: Yesterday's Roundup in Legal Technology

Significant progress in legal technology includes Ashurst's new global director, Ruth Ward, and new software introductions and updates such as Lupl and DivorceHelp123, indicating a growing trend towards digitization and SaaS uptake.

Combatting Transformation Fatigue: Balancing Automation and Human Touch in Legal Services

The legal industry sees Hélder Santos leading innovation at Bird & Bird, introducing AI tools like fleetAI, and suffering 'transformation fatigue'. Legaltech democratization and collaboration-centric approaches are expected to shape the future.

Generative AI: Fear, Uncertainty, and Potential in Legal Practice. Here's your weekly recap

Recent developments in legal tech include Actionstep's acquisition of Soluno, the appointment of Drew Winlaw to lead AI at Simmons Wavelength, and increased utilization of AI in accordance with survey results.

Firm creates six strong LLM team

Legal technology is shifting towards AI and automation, improving efficiency and accuracy with a strong emphasis on client confidentiality. However, a phased approach to prevent saturation, emphasizing data privacy and security, is advised.

Actionstep acquisition, Elite appointment, and funding updates

Legal tech is evolving with several acquisitions, appointments, AI advancements, and software solutions. The industry is shifting towards automation and AI-integrated services for efficiency and growth.

Taylor Wessing rolls out Blockchain tool, McFarlanes selects Harvey, and DLA moves to iManage Cloud. Here's your weekly recap

Significant advancements in law and technology fields include AI's potential to increase productivity, legal-tech incorporation in law firms, and caution towards AI over-reliance in legal tasks. New technologies require both adaptation and ethical considerations from legal professionals.

Is blockchain back? Taylor Wessing creates blockchain-based incentive program

Legal tech is progressing, with CEOs of ILTA and CLOC collaborating. Companies are increasingly leveraging AI tools for efficiency and implementing blockchain technologies for innovative reward systems.

No surprises - knowledge workers produce higher quality results with AI

DLA Piper is transitioning to the iManage Cloud, affirming the legal sector's shift towards cloud technology. Also, Legal startup Kim achieves SOC 2 Type 1 certification, emphasizing data security, and Pinnacle expands into APAC.

Disco, Baker Botts, and Uplevel Ops - here's what happened last week in legal tech

Legal tech sees leadership shifts, AI adoption risks, ethical framework development needs, and the formation of an AI Practice Team. Global data standardization, diversity, and inclusion initiatives mark trends in legal tech sector.

Baker Botts creates 60+ lawyer AI Practice Team

Foyen law firm adopts NetDocuments for enhanced efficiency. Litera and Intellek partner for industry education, Avokaado secures €1.2M for AI-enabled contract management amidst legal tech advancements.

AI, but at what cost? And Disco CEO steps down.

LexFusion's addition of a legal innovation director, and cutting-edge platforms like Workhub. Legal challenges, like copyright infringement in AI deployment, highlight a future requiring balance between technology, law, and ethics.

Microsoft launches Copilot Copyright Commitment to extend IP indemnification

Yesterday marked leadership shifts in UK's legal tech firms, a renewed focus on ESG targets by General Counsel Sustainability Leaders, and Microsoft’s cover for Copilot AI users. Additionally, the Legal Tech Resource Center acknowledged 141 influential women, highlighting diversity in the sector.

Law Firms making moves: Cooley invests in Easop, and Fieldfisher launches data breach manager

Legal tech is advancing with AI being utilized in contract drafting and analysis, which is visible globally. Mergers and collaborations indicate expanding capabilities, while discussions on AI regulation continue.

Are ALSPs the special sauce?

Key legal tech developments include Lucy Shurwood's move to Simmons & Simmons, Thirdfort reducing property transaction times, and Mindgard's £3m funding. Increasing tech adoption emphasizes efficiency, with the focus on cybersecurity growing.

RAPIDx Launch & AI Adoption Trends

Yesterday, legal tech saw the launch of RAPIDx, a shift towards subscription billing models, and the inauguration of AI task forces. These developments signal a revolution in traditional legal processes and underline the increasing presence of AI in the industry.

Would you return to the office?

Yesterday saw significant legal tech advancements, with major acquisitions, AI applications and data security upgrades. However, tech adaptation and risk mitigation are pre-requisites for successful implementation.

$1B double acquisition

Reveal completes purchases of Logikcull and IPRO, signaling sector consolidation. AI continues to drive legal tech innovation, outlined at the ILTA conference.

Modernizing Law Firms for the AI Era

ILTACON 2023 highlighted generative AI's impact on law, increasing calls for regulation and a rift between law firms and clients over AI use, while examining law firms' modernizing compensation and ongoing JetBlue lawsuit.

ILTACON - the sound of 3,000+ people talking about GenAI

AI advancements are being deployed to revolutionize the legal tech sector. Amid self-governance concerns, firms are cautiously optimizing processes while maintaining accuracy, security & confidentiality.

Peak AI

AI is significantly reshaping the legal landscape, with firms like iManage, BigHand, and Relativity leveraging the technology for data analysis and improved productivity, highlighting a growing industry trend.

Harbor emerges following consolidation

Discussions continue on using AI for legal tasks amidst accuracy and privacy concerns. Significant developments include mergers, acquisitions and investments in AI-powered platforms. Concerns persist on data compliance issues.

Funding Rounds & AI Innovations

Yesterday saw significant movement in legal tech with fundraisings, acquisitions, product releases, and vital rulings that could shape its future. Tech providers continue targeting efficient, secure data management while underlining the importance of nuanced, legal understanding.

Expect a whole lot of AI at ILTACON

AI transforming legal processes, Cloud Software's ShareFile for Legal launched, SEC's new cybersecurity rule creating waves, and startups Definely and Clearbrief using AI for efficiency.

The Rising Role of AI in Law Firms

Dentons launches an AI research tool, Gunderson Dettmer introduces AI-powered chat, and Filevine unveils ImmigrationAI.

Are we about to see a wave of law firm-created AI apps?

AI is reshaping the legal tech industry, enhancing efficiency and automating tasks, whilst concerns over data security and privacy continue. Investments in legal data management platforms like Syncly are also increasing.

Regulatory Hurdles & Generative AI Adoption

Recent legal tech developments saw Alt Legal's fourth acquisition, Generative AI's rise in law firms, Aderant's AI features for time tracking, and concerns about hybrid work. Despite potential benefits, regulatory issues slow Generative AI investments.

Key Appointments, AI Advancements & Mitigating Risks

The legal tech sector sees new appointments and continued AI integration, with LexisNexis partnering with Microsoft on AI solutions. Concerns about responsible AI use and implications persist while the focus on career management increases.

More money, more AI

Welcome to your Law Tech briefing for Aug 4th, 2023, covering what happened in legal tech recently. TLDR; Listen instead: Have less than a 1 min? Three takeaways from yesterday 1. Adapt to Innovations: With advancements in legal tech, like the integration of AI capabilities into mainstream software, professionals need

👋🏼 Ciao AI - The rise of Chief AI Officers (CAIOs) in law firms

Big Law firm makes a move to create the first Chief AI role. Elsewhere, more legal tech companies continue to release updated with AI features, while some argue the job replacing impact of AI has been overstated.

Walking the Ethical Tightrope of AI in Legal Practice

Efforts to increase diversity in legal technology, ethical use of AI, and challenges in cybersecurity operations are shaping the modern legal landscape. Navigating these changes requires tech-savvy law firms with robust data literacy.

Driving Change in the Legal Industry: Innovations, AI Trends, and Value of Information Governance

Startup Hivelight aims to boost legal team productivity; Information Governance gains importance; AI adoption is reshaping the industry, yet human insight remains vital. The legal profession is increasingly data-driven, suggesting advancements and challenges ahead.

AI Managed Services for Legal Emerge

Legal tech companies are adopting AI to streamline services. Elevate Services securing a $40m loan, Eperoto showcasing its innovative tech, and Streamline AI partnering with Clearlaw.

Law Schools - Blockers To Innovation?

The legal tech industry saw discussions on lawyer wellness interventions, AI use in law schools, adaptive firm governance models, copyright law debates, privacy compliance enforcement, and advancements in AI for legal tasks.

Microsoft announces Copilot pricing / Is AI bad for A2J?

Legal tech is advancing rapidly with AI tools like Microsoft 365 Copilot reshaping the industry, despite concerns over cost, regulation, and job market shifts. Chinese AI regulations and Biden's antitrust guidelines also spotlight the sector’s growing complexity.

Legal Tech Shake-ups: New Leadership, Injunctions & AI Developments

Litera sues ex-VP for breach, Derek Miller joins Lit Software, TIQ appoints new COO post-European expansion, Tangibly raises $6.5m for AI tool. The sector is increasingly AI and data-focused, indicating a tech-led, data-driven future.

AI, LPM and the Role of the Lawyer

Welcome to your Law Tech briefing for July 17th, 2023, covering what happened in legal tech recently. TLDR; Listen instead: Have less than a 1 min? Three takeaways from yesterday 1. The rise of AI in the legal industry necessitates caution and responsible use of technology to avoid potential job

Will the future of legal practice be driven by AI-boosted creativity?

Yesterday's significant developments in legal tech featured TPG's Elite Technology's cloud shift, Florida Bar's collaboration with Nota, and OECD's warning about AI risks. Experts stress the need for understanding and managing AI's ethical implications in this rapidly evolving sector.

Customer-Centricity & AI: The New Paradigm in Legal Tech Innovation

Yesterday's legal tech sector saw product launches, funding, new hires, and acquisitions, with a major focus on AI, customer-centric services, automation, cyber security, and research partnerships in law firms.

Big Changes in Legal Technology: Mergers, AI Tools and a Proposal for National Legal Innovation Centre

DISCO unveils a new AI tool for e-discovery. STP Group's acquisition of Knowliah signifies legal-tech consolidation, as a National Centre for Legal Innovation is proposed in the UK.

Legal Tech's Duel: AI Replacement vs Human Element Amidst Market Decline

Legal tech advancements include AI-powered litigation research tools and data management systems. Trends indicate AI's potential in legal technology despite financial challenges while maintaining human oversight remains crucial.

Jul 5th: Travers Smith's Promotions and Embracing Technology for Innovation

M-Files earns high customer satisfaction in Gartner report. Travers Smith promotes two tech directors. Eperoto's tool changes how lawyers evaluate disputes. Collaboration is crucial for successful blockchain implementation.

July 3rd: Optimizing legal work in uncertain times

Yesterday's developments in the legal tech industry focused on recession-proofing businesses, trademark infringement, generative AI adoption, visual matter management systems, and UK NQ lawyer salaries.

Jun 30th: Navigating Legal Tech Funding, AI Advancements, and Cyber Threats

Explore the evolving legal tech landscape, focusing on AI integration, cybersecurity, and data management challenges, while navigating ethical concerns and regulatory hurdles.

Jun 28th: Unpacking the Thomson Reuters-Casetext Acquisition

Thomson Reuters acquires Casetext for a cool $650m 💸💸💸

Jun 26th: Maddie, AI trends and privacy update

Law firms must adopt new technologies while balancing them with human oversight to stay relevant in a competitive landscape. They should also adopt robust security measures to ensure client confidentiality and compliance with data privacy laws.

Jun 23rd: AI, the good and the missteps.

Visalaw and American Immigration Lawyers Association launching AI product, ECFX gets $7m funding.

Jun 21st: Digitization, Automation, and Social Responsibility Take Center Stage

A new law firm maturity index, Dealcloser's funding & more. The industry is being disrupted by digitization and automation.

Jun 19th: Can data predict judges' rulings?

Legal tech firms like Pre/Dicta use data science to predict case outcomes, while law firms focus on billing behavior. Self-care and technology integration are also vital for industry success.

Jun 16th: In-house attorneys report high job satisfaction

UK law firm Addleshaw Goddard aims to build its own private ChatGPT application powered by OpenAI. In-house lawyers express greater job satisfaction than their counterparts, according to a Deloitte survey.

Jun 14th: Will the future be passwordless?

Legal tech developments include the rise of passkeys, increasing importance of emerging tech, and Lit Software's appointment of Derek Miller as advisor. Ongoing development and ethical AI use are crucial for success.

Jun 12th: Does AI Produce Legal Gibberish?

AI in legal research needs knowledge of its limitations and usage within acceptable parameters, Big Law CXO hire, and the European Legal Tech conference.

Jun 9th: Data-driven solutions take center stage in legal tech expansion

The rise of AI & data-driven solutions takes center stage. Ethical concerns regarding AI use in the profession, following the discovery of lawyers submitting fake legal opinions.

Jun 7th: Rising Cybersecurity Concerns in Law Firms

How is the legal industry adapting to tech-driven changes? GDPR, data privacy, cybersecurity, and AI are top of mind for many.

June 5th: Leigh Day's Bold Transformation

Leigh Day law firm embraces inclusivity, allowing non-legal staff to become partners. Cultural competency skills are emphasized for attorneys. Contract management software leads to legal tech usage. AI limitations and certification debated.

June 2nd: New Startups Join MDR Lab, and Casepoint Investigates Data Breach

Deloitte appoints Richard Punt to lead Deloitte Legal with a focus on multidisciplinary solutions and AI. Mishcon de Reya's MDR Lab partners with Ayora, Martello, and ApprentAI. Casepoint investigates a data breach.

June 1st: Lega Emerges and TBG Secures Private Equity Backing

Lega launches LLM platform, while TBG secures private equity backing. Trends reveal streamlined payments and integrated technology driving efficiency and client service

Law Tech Daily (May 31): Nextpoint's Bold Move of Launching a Law Firm in Arizona

AI-generated fake cases sparked debates on AI ethics and the importance of lawyer competence. The industry must balance AI benefits while preserving human judgment and critical thinking.

Law Tech Daily (May 30): what happened last week?

Here is what happened in legal tech last week, from service launches and changes to remote work dynamics and ethical considerations in AI integration.

Law Tech Daily (May 29): Adapting to the Future of Work

The legal profession faces critical questions amid technology's impact. Trends include AI adoption, remote work dynamics, and legal tech advancements. The analysis explores opportunities and challenges for legal teams.

Law Tech Daily (May 26): Revolutionizing Contract Drafting with AI

Legal tech companies use AI tools to improve workflow and productivity. However, there are concerns about accuracy and client confidentiality. To stay competitive, companies focus on marketing and expanding. Demand for experienced marketers is high.

Law Tech Daily (May 25): Unleashing the Power of AI in the Legal Profession

Legal tech solutions and AI integration are improving security, productivity, and workflows for lawyers. Companies like Hogan Lovells, Burges Salmon, and Thomson Reuters are leading the way. Technology is reshaping the legal landscape, delivering better services.

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