In the wake of its recent $1 billion acquisition of vLex, Clio has unveiled the new leadership roles for key former vLex executives. This strategic move follows the November closing of the acquisition, a transaction that melded Clio’s practice management solutions with vLex’s expansive legal research capabilities. The deal is seen as a substantial expansion…
Norm Ai, a New York-based legal and compliance AI company, recently announced it has received a $50 million investment from Blackstone. With this funding, Norm Ai is launching Norm Law LLP, described as an AI-native law firm with an initial focus on financial services clientele. More details can be found on the LawNext article. This…
In an initiative addressing a persistent challenge in the legal profession, two former BigLaw M&A attorneys have unveiled a virtual apprenticeship platform to bridge the gap between law school education and the practical skills required in transactional practice. Rubi Legal Training, co-founded by Madison Keeble and Geetika Jerath, has launched with the promise of equipping…
The American Association of Law Libraries (AALL) has published its 2025 Biennial Salary Survey & Organizational Characteristics report, disclosing detailed compensation benchmarks for legal information professionals. Capturing responses from 257 organizations encompassing academic, firm/corporate, and government law libraries, this survey presents a detailed panorama of current staffing and salary trends. The survey illustrates a notable…
In the ongoing legal clash between Thomson Reuters and the defunct legal research startup ROSS Intelligence, recent filings reveal intriguing elements that spark curiosity about the details behind the case. The dispute centers around allegations of unauthorized use of Thomson Reuters’ copyrighted materials by ROSS, as they purportedly used the Westlaw database to train their…
In a recent legal confrontation, Thomson Reuters has presented its arguments to the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, insisting that ROSS Intelligence’s replication of Westlaw’s headnotes for AI training was an act of theft, not an innovation. This follows the Delaware district court’s decision which found that ROSS had indeed infringed on Westlaw’s copyrights…
The strategic partnership between Clio and Scorpion, announced last June, aims to tackle a significant challenge faced by many law firms: the lack of insight into which marketing investments yield the best client acquisition results. By integrating Clio’s intake management capabilities with Scorpion’s marketing prowess, the two companies are working to address this blind spot….
Tradespace, a San Francisco-based company specializing in AI-powered intellectual property management, recently acquired Paragon, a startup focusing on AI patent drafting. Paragon, established by three computer science students from Princeton University, aims to democratize patent drafting by making it more accessible to a wider range of innovators. The acquisition bolsters Tradespace’s objective of supporting the…
Legal professionals now have an unprecedented opportunity to explore the mental tolls of their work, thanks in part to an innovative study integrated into Clio’s 10th annual Legal Trends Report. This year, Clio delved into neuroanalytics, offering unique insights into the cognitive and emotional strains experienced by legal practitioners during various work tasks. The analysis…
The LegalTech Fund (TLTF) has successfully closed its second fund, raising $110 million, nearly quadrupling its initial $28.5 million fund established in 2021. This achievement is significant, especially considering the prevailing challenges in the venture capital landscape, where firms have faced difficulties in securing new capital amidst economic uncertainties and a slowdown in tech investments….
Last week in Austin, Texas, the fourth edition of the TLTF Summit attracted top legal tech innovators, investors, and entrepreneurs, marking its growth from a small gathering to a significant industry event. Organized by The Legaltech Fund, the conference has become known for fostering open dialogue under the Chatham House Rule, aiming to drive advancements…
The American Bar Association (ABA) has opened applications for the 10th annual Startup Alley, an event synonymous with spotlighting significant advancements in legal technology. This initiative is part of the ABA TECHSHOW 2026, scheduled to kick off on March 25 in Chicago. Selected startups will embark on a journey that could potentially elevate their visibility…
Callidus Legal AI has officially rebranded itself as StrongSuit, embarking on a transformative journey with the launch of an advanced legal research platform. This development marks a significant shift for the company as it progresses from its original role providing AI-driven legal tools towards becoming an all-encompassing litigation platform. The company’s new platform introduces a…
In a move highlighting the increasing importance of training within legal technology, Chicago-based Harbor has completed the acquisition of Encoretech, a firm specializing in training and user adoption services within the legal sector. This acquisition is noteworthy as Harbor’s first since receiving significant backing from private equity firm BayPine in June, part of a broader…
In the evolving landscape of legal technology, Ken Crutchfield raises an intriguing question about the strategic focus of companies like Robin AI: “What business are they really in?” Crutchfield, a seasoned executive with experience at top firms like LexisNexis and Wolters Kluwer, proposes a thought-provoking comparison to Ray Kroc’s insight in The Founder that McDonald’s…
In a calculated strategic realignment, Epiq announced the sale of its Global Business Transformation Solutions (GBTS) division to K2 Services, a managed services provider with a strong pedigree in IT solutions for the legal industry. This transaction allows Epiq to refocus its resources and commitment toward technology-enabled legal solutions, a direction set by its leadership…
Legal technology company Clio has completed its $1 billion acquisition of vLex, marking the largest deal in legal tech history. At the same time, Clio has secured a $500 million Series G funding round, bolstered by a $350 million debt facility. This move values the combined entity at $5 billion, creating a comprehensive platform bridging…
In a significant step towards leveraging artificial intelligence in legal practice, the legal AI platform Alexi has launched a comprehensive Workflow Library aiming to drive the automation of complex legal tasks. Designed with both transactional and litigation practices in mind, the library reflects a strategic bid by Alexi to position its offerings at the forefront…
The Corporate Legal Operations Consortium (CLOC) has unveiled a substantial transformation of its board of directors, increasing the number of board seats from nine to 16 members. This represents the largest board expansion in the organization’s decade-long history. This move marks a significant shift for CLOC as it welcomes legal technology and service providers into…
Steno, a legal tech company known for its innovative approach to court reporting and litigation support, has recently enhanced its leadership team with the addition of two seasoned executives from the legal technology and service industries. As noted in their announcement, Adam Camras and Sean Twersky are joining the Los Angeles-based firm, a move that…
The acquisition of Law Insider by SimpleDocs represents a strategic move by founder Preston Clark, who established both companies. This represents not just a merging of companies but the fruition of a long-term vision to combine two complementary ventures constructed separately over more than a decade. Both entities bring unique strengths to the table; SimpleDocs…
The ongoing legal battle between Thomson Reuters and the now-defunct ROSS Intelligence is attracting significant attention as it proceeds to the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. The case, originally prompted by allegations that ROSS infringed upon the copyright held by Thomson Reuters’ Westlaw platform, has sparked vigorous debate about the ownership and copyrightability of…
On October 22, during the annual Everlaw Summit in San Francisco, AJ Shankar, the CEO and founder of Everlaw, announced the upcoming general availability of Deep Dive, a new AI tool that promises to transform the landscape of e-discovery. Having undergone an extensive eight-month beta testing phase, Deep Dive will enable legal professionals to pose…
Ken Crutchfield, following his first experience with a Waymo autonomous vehicle, draws insightful parallels between the early challenges faced by autonomous vehicles and the current frontier facing legal technology with agentic AI. Crutchfield, who has extensive experience at LexisNexis, Thomson Reuters, and Wolters Kluwer, argues that legal tech can learn vital lessons from Waymo’s deployment…
As legal professionals seek ways to enhance efficiency and productivity, Clio cofounder and CEO Jack Newton has announced a new vision at the company’s annual ClioCon in Boston for a future defined by artificial intelligence. This vision, outlined during Newton’s keynote, introduces Clio’s transformation into an intelligent legal work platform. The platform aims to serve…