Law firms stories

London's LOCKA, a wearable device, automatically locks Windows computers when users walk away, enhancing security and ensuring compliance in workplaces.

Ofcom introduces strict Online Safety Act rules by July, forcing UK tech firms to shield children from harmful content like self-harm, abuse, and risky challenges.

Legal professionals worldwide prioritise robust document management systems over AI, aiming to boost efficiency before adopting advanced legal technology, finds iManage report.

Generative AI use in professional services has nearly doubled in a year, reaching 22%, with 95% expecting it central to workflows within five years.

Relativity Fest Sydney has highlighted the impact of aiR for Review, a generative AI platform revolutionising legal document review, which sees over 90% accuracy.

iManage has unveiled enhancements to its AI strategy, including updates to Ask iManage and Insight+, aimed at boosting efficiency for users globally.

As law firms increasingly adopt AI for efficiency, experts warn that superficial gains are insufficient to reshape value delivery for clients.

iManage reports a stellar 42% growth in annual recurring revenue and adds 305 new clients, bolstered by innovations and cloud expansion in 2024.

As AI becomes essential in legal practices, clients now demand to know not if law firms use it, but how effectively they do so.

NetDocuments has unveiled its ndMAX Studio, introducing 12 AI applications designed to boost efficiency and streamline document management for legal professionals.

A recent report reveals a staggering 39% rise in data breaches within the UK's legal sector, compromising the personal details of nearly 8 million people.

A new report by DeepL reveals that 87% of legal professionals find AI tools enhance their work, marking a significant shift in the legal sector.

Josef has secured new funding to enhance its AI-driven tool, Josef Q, capitalising on strong demand from corporate legal teams since its North American launch.

Litera has acquired Office & Dragons to enhance its legal tech offerings, leveraging automation and AI to improve document workflows for legal professionals.

Neil Araujo, CEO of iManage, has received the Outstanding Achievement Award at the 2024 British Legal Technology Awards for three decades of innovation.

Lexsoft Systems has won the 'Knowledge Management Platform Of The Year' award for its T3 GenAI platform at the 2024 LegalTech Breakthrough Awards.

Clio has launched Clio Payments in Australia, providing law firms with flexible, compliant billing options to enhance client relationships amid rising costs.

NexLaw has launched its legal AI platform in Australia, aiming to revolutionise litigation management for law firms with its innovative technology.

Litera has appointed Avaneesh Marwaha as CEO, aiming to enhance product innovation and customer experience in the evolving legal tech landscape.

Michael Makridakis has joined Taylor David as a Partner, bringing over 20 years' experience in multi-jurisdictional insolvency to the renowned law firm.