Linklaters expands use of Opus 2 AI to boost litigation teams

Opus 2 has announced a continued partnership with law firm Linklaters as Linklaters expands its adoption of artificial intelligence within the Opus 2 Cases platform across new teams in its litigation practice.

The collaboration builds on several years of working together, with Linklaters increasing its use of Opus 2's AI-powered case management and preparation solution. By integrating these enhanced workflows, Linklaters aims to deliver greater value to its clients and further streamline its litigation processes.

The ongoing partnership sees Linklaters continue to utilise Opus 2 Cases as it adapts its internal processes. The platform is designed to support team collaboration during case analysis, strategy development, and preparation. The use of AI is intended to allow the firm to achieve greater efficiency and effectiveness during the litigation lifecycle.

Gus Fitzgibbon, Contentious LegalTech Portfolio Manager at Linklaters, commented on the expansion of the partnership and the adoption of AI within the platform. "At Linklaters, we believe that our clients deserve nothing less than the best, which is why we're excited to expand our engagement with Opus 2," Fitzgibbon said. "Opus 2 Cases already gives us an edge as our team collaborates on case analysis, strategy, and preparation—adding AI to those workflows makes us even more efficient and effective."

Will Carter, Chief Revenue Officer at Opus 2, also commented on the strengthening relationship between the two firms. Carter said, "We are delighted to continue our partnership with Linklaters as they expand their use of Opus 2 Cases. The firm shares our passion for innovation and has been a collaborative partner for years, offering their insights as we develop enhancements, launch new AI capabilities, and ensure the platform evolves to meet their needs."

Linklaters has a longstanding commitment to the use of technology in the legal profession and is recognised for its work in the application of legal AI. The firm has recently launched an AI Sandbox, which aims to foster further innovation within its teams. In 2024, Linklaters took part in the AI Labs programme, contributing to Opus 2's ongoing AI development—a collaboration that reflects a shared aim to evolve how litigation teams operate, from collaboration to strategising and delivering outcomes.

The Opus 2 Cases platform provides legal teams with a shared environment for managing documents, evidence, and strategy throughout the litigation process. The inclusion of artificial intelligence features aims to automate routine processes, support informed decision-making, and provide data-driven insights to assist legal professionals in resolving complex disputes.

Both companies have emphasised the importance of collaborative development. Opus 2 has stated that input from firms such as Linklaters has informed enhancements to its software, including the release of new AI capabilities. The partnership is structured to ensure that the evolving needs of litigation teams are met amidst ongoing changes in the legal sector's technology landscape.

Linklaters' recent technology-focused initiatives, such as the AI Sandbox and participation in Opus 2's AI Labs, have positioned the firm among those seeking to address the increasing demand for efficiency and accuracy in managing large volumes of data and documentation involved in dispute and litigation work.

The latest phase of the partnership is being implemented across new teams within Linklaters, reflecting a strategy to standardise the use of the platform and its AI tools in a broader segment of the firm's litigation, arbitration and investigations division.

Opus 2, with over 15 years of experience providing case and workflow management solutions to the legal market, has indicated that feedback from its law firm clients remains central to product development. The company's platform is used by litigation teams globally, with a focus on supporting collaboration, procedural transparency, and secure information management.

As external developments in AI and legal technology accelerate, both Linklaters and Opus 2 state they remain focused on refining the application of these technologies to support dispute resolution in environments where accuracy and timeliness are essential.