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Maximising the power of client relationships
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Leveraging a robust CRM system is crucial for law firms to strengthen client relationships, drive business growth, and ensure no client 'falls through the cracks'.
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Shona Petley promoted to CFO at Ascertus
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Ascertus promotes Shona Petley to CFO, tasking her with strategic financial oversight as the document management firm bolsters its growth in the UK and Europe.
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Litera acquires FileTrail to enhance information governance
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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In response to growing cybersecurity threats in the legal sector, Litera has acquired FileTrail to boost its information governance and records management expertise.
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Red Rain unveils major updates to RedView CRM for law firms
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
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Red Rain's RedView CRM gets a major upgrade, offering new features to boost efficiency and insights for law firms. CEO Stephen Butler highlights unparalleled value.
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Trustwave report highlights severe cybersecurity threats to pro firms
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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ransomware
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phishing
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physical security
Trustwave's latest report unveils a surge in ransomware and tech-based attacks on professional services firms, stressing the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures.
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Affinda raises USD $10 million to expand AI team & global reach
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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insurance
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productivity
Affinda Group secures USD $10 million in latest funding round, raising total to USD $22.9 million over 18 months, and now valued at USD $120 million.
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EsseVault expands into professional services with EssePro platform
Fri, 14th Jun 2024
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New Zealand's EsseVault ventures into professional services with EssePro, a platform poised to revolutionise customer interactions in law and insurance sectors.
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LexisNexis Australia unveils rapid generative AI for legal sector
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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data privacy
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LexisNexis Australia debuts Lexis+AI, the fastest generative AI for legal research, promising secure, reliable, and rapid results for legal professionals.
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Half of ANZ lawyers trial generative AI despite lingering scepticism
Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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ai
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lexisnexis
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legal tech
Half of legal workers in Australia and New Zealand have tried AI tools, yet skepticism remains high, a survey by legal information provider LexisNexis has revealed.
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Litera launches Foundation Dragon, a cutting-edge GenAI deal term database
Thu, 11th Apr 2024
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transactions
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db
Litera's generative AI, Foundation Dragon, improves legal deal term processing by giving instant access to past transaction data, enabling law firms to negotiate from a position of strength.
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VXT's new AI platform revolutionises communication for law firms
Wed, 20th Mar 2024
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ai
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VXT, a rising legal-tech start-up, has launched a pioneering AI-driven communications platform that syncs with practice management software.
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k-ID unveils global gaming safety platform for age-appropriate app dev
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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game developers
Tech firm k-ID introduces revolutionary platform to ensure global gaming safety compliance and providing age-appropriate experiences for young gamers.
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LawCPD unveils first AI-powered learning feature for legal studies
Wed, 14th Feb 2024
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legal
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LawCPD pioneers the global legal education scene with the introduction of its AI-Powered Learning Feature, the first AI tool revolutionising professional development for lawyers.
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CIBC finances Actionstep's acquisition of Soluno for legal tech move
Tue, 30th Jan 2024
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CIBC Innovation Banking funds global legal software firm Actionstep's acquisition of Soluno, marking a pivotal investment in digitalising legal firm workflows.
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NetDocuments reports growth in Asia Pacific legal sector
Wed, 13th Dec 2023
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data analytics
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NetDocuments, a cloud-based content management system for law firms, has reported significant growth in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Generative AI's future in law hinges on trustworthy knowledge repositories
Tue, 12th Dec 2023
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risk & compliance
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data protection
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ai
The future of generative AI in the legal sector depends on the creation of reliable knowledge repositories, says Lexsoft Systems CEO.
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The significance of the client portal for creating a dynamic legal firm
Mon, 27th Nov 2023
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digital transformation
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it transformation
Legal firms are increasingly turning towards client portals as a powerful tool to streamline their operations and enhance client interactions.
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Lexsoft debuts cloud-enabled version of knowledge management system
Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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saas
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document management
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data analytics
Lexsoft unleashes Lexsoft T3, a cloud-based version of their knowledge management system, integrating with iManage Insight+.
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Boots on the ground: AI and Blockchain at the Best Design Awards
Sat, 7th Oct 2023
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ai
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best design awards
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australian government
'Best Design Awards' lauds tech-influenced journalism; winners use AI & blockchain to expose obscured global truths.
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Elite appoints Lindsey Moorley as CFO in the Midst of Growth Strategy
Tue, 26th Sep 2023
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partner programmes
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business strategy
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law firms
Financial management company Elite announces Lindsey Moorley as CFO as part of a growth strategy following new acquisitions and independence.