An investigation by The Arizona Republic has brought to light significant concerns about the state’s Alternative Business Structures (ABS) program, which allows nonlawyers to hold ownership stakes in law firms. Initially introduced in 2021 as a means to enhance accessibility and affordability of legal services, the program has come under scrutiny due to consumer complaints,…
In a recent sit-down, captured on LawNext, I enjoyed an insightful lunch with Alex Su, the chief revenue officer of Latitude Legal, at Phnom Penh House in Alameda, California. Su, a seasoned legal professional, regards this Cambodian restaurant as a staple in his personal and professional life. Su’s career trajectory is a testament to the…
In a move that could have significant implications for legal technology consultants, Universal Migrator has announced a reduction in pricing for its migration script library, a tool designed to facilitate transitions to document management systems such as iManage, SharePoint, and NetDocuments. The new pricing structure puts access to this extensive script library at $3,500, eliminating…
AltaClaro, known for its simulation-based experiential legal training, has partnered with Verbit, a leading company in verbal intelligence and transcription technology, to launch DepoSim, an innovative AI-powered deposition simulator designed to revolutionize litigation training. The tool is intended to address a significant gap in associate training at major law firms, where traditional deposition practices involving…
Legal technology company SimpleDocs has introduced the Contract Intelligence Layer, a Microsoft Word add-in designed to enhance legal teams’ efficiency by integrating key data sources directly into their workflow. This innovation reflects the evolution of SimpleDocs since its acquisition of Law Insider in September 2025, further cementing the company’s position within the domain of legal…
The legal technologies panorama has witnessed a myriad of innovative alliances and partnerships. Among these, the recent collaboration between the legal AI company Harvey and its titular counterpart, Gabriel Macht, stands out. Macht is celebrated for his portrayal of lawyer Harvey Specter in the acclaimed television series Suits. This unique brand partnership positions Macht as…
The American Bar Association’s TECHSHOW 2026 is set to be an exciting event for the legal tech community, as fifteen startups have been selected to showcase their innovative solutions at the annual Startup Alley. After a thorough voting process, these companies will participate in a pitch competition during the opening night of the event, which…
The clock is ticking as legal professionals and tech aficionados have their eyes set on the annual ABA TECHSHOW. This year’s event marks the 10th edition of the much-anticipated Startup Alley, and the deadline is quickly approaching for casting votes to determine which legal tech startups will make it to this prestigious platform. February 13th…
The entity previously known as AffiniPay has continued its strategic evolution under the 8am brand, recently revealing an extensive advancement of its LawPay platform. This new transformation positions LawPay not merely as a payment processor but as a comprehensive financial management solution aimed at addressing the complex financial concerns within legal practice settings. The enhanced…
In a significant development for legal editing software, BriefCatch has acquired WordRake, integrating its core product and technology assets into a single offering. This acquisition consolidates BriefCatch’s position in the legal editing software market by incorporating WordRake’s patented technology, which includes 12 patents related to automated editing software. BriefCatch, known for its focus on enhancing…
In the recently released whitepaper, Integrity Meets Intelligence: The Training Data and Domain Architecture Standards for Agentic Legal Research, Legalgain delves into the intricate data and architectural prerequisites necessary for AI to conduct robust legal research. The comprehensive analysis provides insight into why many prevailing legal AI tools struggle with accuracy and defensibility, highlighting critical…
The legal technology landscape is poised for a dynamic showcase as the deadline approaches to vote for startups vying for a coveted spot at the 10th annual Startup Alley at the ABA TECHSHOW. The deadline for casting votes is firmly set for this Friday, February 13, concluding at 11:45 p.m. ET. This year, the Techshow,…
In an era where client expectations are intensifying and legal matters are growing in complexity, Pierson Ferdinand LLP, a law firm renowned for its technology-driven approach, has set its sights on seamless integration of artificial intelligence into their legal practice. As a firm that provides legal services across over 25 markets, Pierson Ferdinand, often referred…
DISCO, an Austin-based legal technology company, has introduced what it describes as the industry’s first scaled agentic AI tool for e-discovery and fact investigation, enhancing its existing Cecilia Q&A tool. This enhancement promises to tackle large-scale e-discovery efforts, capable of processing millions of documents and terabytes of data. For more details, refer to the announcement….
In an unexpected move causing ripples across the legal technology landscape, AI company Anthropic has introduced a legal application through its AI model, Claude. This development has been perceived as a potential catalyst for volatility in legal tech stock markets, inviting widespread interest and scrutiny from experts and industry professionals alike. The introduction of this…
When Anthropic announced the introduction of legal skills in its Cowork environment, the market responded with apprehension, leading to a decline in share prices for major industry players such as Thomson Reuters, Reed Elsevier, and Wolters Kluwer. However, Ken Crutchfield offers an alternative perspective, suggesting that investor fears may be exaggerated. Crutchfield, a seasoned executive…
In a strategic move to redefine learning and practical application of legal AI, the Masters Conference has announced a partnership with legal AI expert Cat Casey. Casey, who is renowned for her role as the founder of The TechnoCat, will lead the newly established Masters AI Legal division. This initiative aims to address the growing…
Anthropic has thrust itself into the legal tech landscape with the release of a legal plugin for its platform, Claude Cowork. The move has disrupted the market, reflecting broader competitive implications for legal technology incumbents. What was initially perceived as another incremental AI capability has evolved into a symbol of potential upheaval, as evidenced by…
In 2013, the Legal Services Corporation (LSC) published a significant study titled “Report of The Summit on the Use of Technology to Expand Access to Justice” which underscored the potential of technology in closing the justice gap. A decade later, LSC has launched another comprehensive report, “The Next Frontier: Harnessing Technology to Close the Justice…
At the recent Legal Services Corporation’s annual Innovations in Technology Conference held in San Antonio, significant attention was given to the themes of radical collaboration, advancements in AI, and efficiency in utilizing existing resources. The event was marked by a multitude of discussions centered on how collaborative efforts between diverse sectors—such as legal aid organizations,…
With just under two weeks remaining, the ABA TECHSHOW‘s Startup Alley is ramping up as legal tech enthusiasts await the final selection. The annual event, now in its tenth rendition, will showcase promising legal technology startups vying for a chance to compete in a coveted live pitch competition held on the opening night from March…
The growing intersection of legal technology and regulatory frameworks is reaching a critical juncture, as discussed by Ken Crutchfield in the second installment of his series, “The New Physics of Legal Tech: Will UPL Hit the Breaking Point in 2026?” His analysis focuses on the mounting pressures that the Unauthorized Practice of Law (UPL) faces…
In the latest episode of LawNext, Ryan Anderson, co-founder and CEO of Filevine, alongside Sona Sulakian, former CEO and co-founder of Pincites, discuss the strategic acquisition by Filevine of the AI-powered contract redlining company, Pincites. The transaction, finalized in December, signifies Filevine’s second AI acquisition within the year. This step marks a notable expansion for…
A new study has unveiled concerning gender and racial biases in AI-generated videos, which frequently underrepresent women and minorities in the legal profession. The research, published by Kapwing, evaluated outputs from major AI video creation tools, including Google’s Veo 3 and OpenAI’s Sora 2. These platforms depicted women as lawyers merely 21.62% of the time,…
EvenUp, a firm specializing in artificial intelligence solutions for personal injury legal practices, unveiled its latest technology offering, Communication Agents, during the National Trial Lawyers Summit in Miami. These AI-powered voice and text assistants are engineered to streamline routine communications in personal injury case management, promising efficiency improvements for law offices. EvenUp’s cofounder, Saam Mashhad,…