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Filevine, the leading legal work platform trusted by over 150,000 legal professionals, has announced the acquisition of Parrot, a full-stack platform for transcribing, scheduling, and managing depositions. This marks Filevine’s...

Progressive Legal found that standard document storage solutions could not meet the demands of their modern legal practice. This case study explores how NetDocuments’ intuitive integration with existing systems and...

LegalZoom.com, Inc. (Nasdaq: LZ), a leading online platform for legal services, has announced a strategic partnership with Divorce.com to offer customers a seamless, technology-driven solution for navigating divorce proceedings. The...

Anytime AI has announced the launch of its 5th Generation Legal AI Platform, an advancement in legal technology that transforms how plaintiff attorneys build, manage, and win cases.  What's New...

Docusign (NASDAQ: DOCU) has introduced a purpose-built AI contract agent designed to accelerate workflows, reduce risk, and achieve better outcomes across the entire agreement lifecycle. Instead of contracts sitting in...

Agiloft, a leader in data-first contract lifecycle management (CLM), has announced the advancement of the Agiloft Data-first Agreement Platform by integrating Screens, a leading AI-powered contract review technology. This integration...

ikaun, an advanced platform for experience management, proposal generation, and intelligent AI automation, has announced the general availability of its latest release: AI Co-Authoring and advanced Agentic AI Workers. This...

The Law Council of Australia welcomes the ongoing progress of the Australia-United Kingdom Legal Services Regulatory Dialogue established under the Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement following its most recent meeting in...

Lex Machina®, a LexisNexis® company, today announced the incorporation of Protégé™, an AI-powered assistant, into its renowned Legal Analytics® platform. This new user experience is set to transform legal work...

XPENS.ai continues with its mission of reshaping financial operations in the legal sector. With the Spring 2025 Release, they have rolled out a series of innovations to give law firms...

Dentons UK, Ireland and Middle East (UKIME) is pleased to announce the launch of Office Hours – a unique opportunity for tech companies to build, test, and develop innovative solutions...

DocJuris has launched its innovative AI contract review software, designed to help users negotiate contracts and make precise edits with unmatched ease, all at the push of a button. This...

GBG, a leading expert in global identity and location technology, has launched GBG Go, an all-in-one identity platform for fast, easy, and safe business growth. GBG Go delivers global coverage,...

Dave Cook, Global Director of Resource Management at BigHand, shares his insights from a recent Practice Group conference in Washington, DC. I recently had the pleasure of presenting at the...

CosmoLex and Rocket Matter, leading providers of legal practice management software in the ProfitSolv portfolio, have announced the addition of automated workflow capabilities to their cloud-based, next-generation practice management solutions....

Factor, a leader in the integrated law market, released its GenAI in Legal Benchmarking Report 2025, revealing a significant disconnect between AI access and effective utilisation in corporate legal departments....

FTI Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: FCN) announced that its Technology segment has launched new capabilities within IQ.AI by FTI Technology, a suite of artificial intelligence solutions that address client issues in...

HaystackID, a specialised data services company solving business data challenges related to legal, compliance, regulatory, and cyber events, announces the launch of ReviewRight 3.0. This transformative update to its legal...

International law firm Simmons & Simmons has launched “Percy,” an innovative, generative AI toolset to transform the firm’s operations. Named after one of the brothers who co-founded the firm in...

Reveal, the global provider of dual eDiscovery and investigation platforms powered by a single, unified AI engine, has announced the rollout of its full GenAI review offering, redefining how legal...

Merlin Search Technologies (Merlin), a leader in AI-powered legal discovery, is set to launch Alchemy, a revolutionary fourth-generation document intelligence platform designed to turn unstructured information into actionable intelligence. This...

Clifford Chance, one of the world's pre-eminent law firms, will extend its partnership with legal technology innovator Wexler.  The firm has been piloting the tool for six months, with promising...

The legal industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by technological advancements, shifting client expectations, and an increasing demand for efficiency. FutureLaw 2025, set to take place on 29-30 May...

LexisNexis® Legal & Professional, a leading global provider of AI-powered analytics and decision tools, announces the launch of local hosting in Australia for the Lexis+ AI product, a transformative legal...

Consilio, a global leader in legal technology solutions and enterprise legal services, announces the launch of Aurora, a Digital Enterprise Platform that transforms how legal teams manage legal data and...

Cleary Gottlieb, a leading international law firm, announced today the acquisition of Springbok AI, an award-winning generative AI product development company focusing on technology that enhances legal service delivery. "Cleary's...

ProSearch, a leading provider of legal data intelligence and comprehensive discovery and compliance solutions for corporate legal departments and law firms, announces the launch of four upgraded solutions designed to...

Clio, a global leader in cloud-based legal technology, announces the strategic acquisition of ShareDo, a cutting-edge adaptive work management platform trusted by the world’s largest law firms. This acquisition expands...

LegalVision, a leader in delivering legal services, announced a strategic partnership with Quadrant Private Equity, one of Australia’s leading private equity firms. LegalVision has built its success on a subscription-based...

Everlaw, a cloud-native investigation and litigation platform, announces new investments at the British Legal Technology Forum to expand its customers’ capabilities internationally: Expanded AI capabilities in the UK and EU...

Definely, a leading provider of LegalTech solutions for drafting, reviewing, and understanding legal documents, has released its 2025 LegalTech Adoption Report, shedding light on how artificial intelligence (AI) and related...

ContractPodAi, a leader in legal AI solutions and contract lifecycle management (CLM), announces that Epiq, a global leader in technology-enabled legal services, now offers ContractPodAi’s Leah within the Epiq Service...

Leading figures in Australia’s legal and property sectors are calling for urgent action on competition in e-conveyancing as the Australian Senate inquiry into the PEXA monopoly nears its next stage....

Consilio, a global leader in legal technology solutions and enterprise legal services, announces a partnership with LegalMation, a leading provider of AI-powered solutions focused on automating high-volume litigation and dispute...

LexisNexis® Legal & Professional, a leading global provider of AI-powered analytics and decision tools, announces the launch of CaseMap+™ AI, an advanced litigation case management platform designed to streamline litigation...

ModeOne Technologies Inc., the leader in targeted, remote mobile data collection, has expanded its operations into Australia and New Zealand, marking another significant milestone in its global growth strategy. This...

KPMG LLP, the US audit, tax, and advisory firm, launched KPMG Law US, a subsidiary of KPMG LLP, marking a milestone as the first law firm owned by a Big...

BigHand is pleased to present its latest client success story, highlighting how Cole Scott & Kissane has transformed financial reporting and operational efficiency with BigHand Business Intelligence. Driving Growth with...

Mishcon de Reya has announced a strategic partnership with Legora (formerly Leya), a provider of generative AI solutions for the legal sector. This collaboration, facilitated by MDR Lab, will explore...

Legacy systems and technical debt can hinder innovation and efficiency in today’s fast-paced digital landscape. In this insightful article, originally published on the CTO Consulting website, Vin Gray explores practical...

PERSUIT, the leading legal technology platform specialising in outside counsel management, and PwC, one of the world's largest professional services networks, are pleased to announce a global strategic alliance. In...

ContractPodAi, a leader in legal AI solutions and contract lifecycle management, announced the launch of Leah Marketplace, a platform designed to democratise access to advanced AI tools. Enterprises can discover,...

NetDocuments announced the new ndMAX Studio, including AI training for all and purpose-built legal apps for ndMAX customers.   ndMAX Studio is a go-to hub for AI and automation in legal...

BigHand is thrilled to begin 2025 with a prestigious Global Business Tech Awards win. This event honours the best in tech innovation worldwide by recognising solutions that drive tangible improvements...

Mishcon de Reya, an international law firm widely recognised for its legal innovation, announced a strategic pre-seed investment in Ctrl AI, a pioneering legal technology startup specialising in Agentic AI...

The legal industry is entering a new era of compliance with the introduction of Tranche 2 legislation. This long-anticipated regulatory shift will bring law firms and other designated non-financial businesses...

CLOC (Corporate Legal Operations Consortium) released its 2025 State of the Industry Report, providing a comprehensive look at the shifting landscape of legal operations. Based on the 2024 Harbor Law...

This article provides a summary of a blog post by Dorna Moini and Molly Anderson from Gavel, an automation solution advancing the way legal professionals serve and reach clients. You can...

Elite, a leading provider of financial management and business operations solutions to the world’s most successful law firms, announces the launch of Elite Validate, a new purpose-built billing compliance solution...

A new analysis of data from the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) by NetDocuments has revealed a sharp increase in data breaches across the UK legal sector. In the period between...

Epiq and Canopy Software have expanded their partnership to better serve clients with AI-powered data mining software that locates personally identifiable information (PII) and reviews data up to 60 per...

Litera, a global leader in legal technology, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Peppermint Technology, a provider of technology solutions tailored to law firms and a valued Microsoft partner....

Ivo has announced a $16 million Series A funding round to scale its AI-powered contract review. Ivo has developed a breakthrough approach to contract review that sets new standards for accuracy....

Lawpath, Australia's leading online legal services provider, has secured an additional A$10 million in funding, led by Westpac Bank. This investment will fuel the advancement of Lawpath's AI-driven legal solutions...

The European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act (EU AI Act) is now in effect, marking a significant shift in AI governance. As of 2 February 2025, the first wave of regulatory...

2025 is set to be a year of continued change, growth, and challenges for the legal industry. As we look forward, I want to offer some predictions and opportunities for...

CloudLex, a premier provider of personal injury legal technology in the U.S., proudly announces the launch of Lexee, an advanced AI initiative designed exclusively for personal injury law. Lexee represents...

Onit, a global leader in AI-enabled workflow automation solutions for the legal industry, announced that it has combined forces with Legal Files Software, Inc., a legal case and matter management...

LexisNexis® Legal & Professional, a leading global provider of AI-powered analytics and decision tools, today announced the US general availability of LexisNexis Protégé™, a personalised AI assistant that intelligently powers...

Macfarlanes announces the launch of a new generative AI-powered solution called Amplify for its clients. Amplify allows clients to streamline the analysis and examination of their documents and contractual data...

Consilio, the global leader in legal technology solutions and enterprise legal services, announced the launch of Guided AI PrivDetect, an innovative privilege detection solution that combines artificial intelligence and knowledge...

Over the past 12 months, Australia's legal technology landscape has experienced significant advancements, driven by integrating artificial intelligence (AI), the implementation of new cybersecurity laws, and focusing on enhancing operational...

Edinburgh-based platform empowers in-house legal teams with advanced AI tools for due diligence, contract audits, and compliance reporting—backed by comprehensive training. Wordsmith AI, a leading provider of AI-powered legal reporting...

According to a new report published by Market Research Future (MRFR), the Legal Tech Market is projected to grow from USD 23.98 Billion in 2025 to USD 53.80 Billion by...

Agiloft, the leader in data-first contract lifecycle management (CLM), announced the acquisition of Screens, the world's first standard-based and community-supported Generative AI contract review and redlining solution. This strategic acquisition...

BigHand has released its 2025 Annual Law Firm Finance Report, offering insights into the evolving financial landscape of the legal industry, from cash recovery strategies to changing client behaviours and...

Kirsten Bromley, Head of Privacy APAC at GBG Plc, provides this update. On 20 April 2023, the Attorney General’s Department announced consultations on proposed reforms to Australia’s anti-money laundering and...

The property settlement process is complex for property lawyers and conveyancers, requiring careful management to protect clients from potential legal and financial risks. A recent New South Wales Supreme Court...

Alexi, a leading AI litigation platform, announces the launch of its transformative product, Advanced Legal Reasoning (ALR), designed to elevate litigators’ capacity to analyse and understand the full complexities of...

Elite, a leading provider of financial management and business operations solutions to the world’s most successful law firms, announced its acquisition of Tranch, a leading B2B invoice automation and payments...

The Law Society of NSW, the Legal Practice Board of Western Australia, and the Victorian Legal Services Board and Commissioner have put forward a set of common principles. The aim...

Australian lawyers are on the cusp of a significant regulatory shift as Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) obligations extend to the legal sector. With reforms set to bring...

The legal industry has seen numerous technological overhauls, most of which have been tolerated until lawyers became comfortable with, and ultimately appreciative of, their benefits. The introduction of Artificial Intelligence...

The 2024 Clio Legal Trends Report, published last month, offers the most comprehensive examination of the legal industry’s challenges and opportunities. This year’s report dives deep into critical issues such...

Litera, a global leader in legal technology solutions, has announced the acquisition of Office & Dragons, the market-leading platform for mass drafting and editing, which leverages intuitive automation and generative...

Actionstep, a leader in cloud-based law firm management platforms supporting more than 4,000 law firms globally, released its second annual 2025 Australian Midsize Law Firm Priorities Report. This comprehensive report delivers...

Australian deposit bond provider Deposit Assure and InfoTrack, a leader in legal technology and digital conveyancing, have joined forces on a new seamless process that enables conveyancers and solicitors to...

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries worldwide, and the legal profession is no exception. Thomson Reuters' Tech, AI and the Law 2024 report, based on a survey of 869 legal...

As law firms navigate an increasingly competitive landscape, building a strong Business Development (BD) and Marketing Communications (Marcomms) function is no longer optional but essential. In PracticeEvolve's recent INTEL Series...

The holiday season is upon us, and while it’s a time for celebration, reflection, and planning, it’s also the perfect opportunity to set your law firm up for success in...

Alt Legal, Inc., a leading provider of automated trademark docketing software, is excited to announce the acquisition of the customers of WeberMark LLC, a Denver-based trademark paralegal support services firm known...

The 2024 Clio Legal Trends Report offers valuable insights into the evolving landscape of the legal sector, highlighting the impact of AI, automation, and changing client expectations. This year’s report...

Key takeaways from the survey 76% of legal professionals in corporate legal departments use GenAI at least once a week, as do 68% of their counterparts in law firms; over...

InfoTrack, a leader in legal technology and digital conveyancing, announces a new partnership with TorFX, a multi award-winning foreign exchange provider, to offer seamless, secure, and cost-effective international payment solutions...

InfoTrack has been named one of Australia’s most innovative companies by the Australian Financial Review at their prestigious BOSS Most Innovative Companies Awards in Sydney overnight. The awards bring together top...

BigHand is proud to announce the release of its latest research report, Emerging Trends in Law Firm Talent Management. The comprehensive report provides an in-depth analysis based on responses from...

Fennemore, recognised as the fastest-growing Am Law 200 firm in the US, today announced the launch of Project BlueWave, an ambitious technology initiative designed to transform legal services by integrating...

This article first appeared on CTO Consulting and is being republished here with their permission. As cloud computing becomes integral to modern business strategy, organisations increasingly focus on extracting maximum...

DiliTrust, the AI-powered suite for in-house legal teams, has acquired the US-based Enterprise Legal Management (ELM) software company doeLEGAL, which provides matter management, eBilling, and eDiscovery solutions. This strategic acquisition...

Traditionally, the development of new practice areas involved partner recruitment and considerable investment. Modern models of practice development provide small to medium-sized law firms with the tools and resources needed...

Legal Practice Intelligence delivers the latest legal practice and technology news to legal professionals globally. Subscribe to LPI today for the chance to win free access to Roni Millard’s masterclass, Marketing...

In the latest instalment of PracticeEvolve's INTEL Series, Scott Simmons, Co-Founder and Director at the Legal Balance Institute, shared invaluable insights on how lawyers can grow more confident in business...

The Albanese Government has taken a critical step to strengthen Australia’s protections against money laundering and counter-terrorism financing and to tackle a key resource stream for organised crime. Each year, billions of...

A 2024 survey conducted by ACEDS and Everlaw in the US found that legal professionals are adopting GenAI roughly 5x faster than they did cloud-based eDiscovery software. Everlaw, the cloud-native...

In the intricate dance of legal drafting, where precision is paramount and the stakes are high, the humble comma takes centre stage. This seemingly innocuous punctuation mark has been at...

As the peak Spring selling season begins, would-be homebuyers are being warned to protect their cash following a string of property-related scams. Over the past fortnight, prop tech firm InfoTrack...

In the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, law firms are increasingly finding themselves in the crosshairs of cybercriminals. The recent INTEL Session hosted by PracticeEvolve delved into this critical issue with...

Litify, the all-in-one platform powering top performers, released its second annual 2024 State of AI in Legal Report. The comprehensive report results from a nationwide survey conducted by an independent...

Pursuing a career in law is a significant commitment, often filled with high expectations and ambitious dreams. Many enter law school, envisioning themselves delivering compelling arguments in grand courtrooms, championing...

August 20-21, 2024Sydney Hilton The CLOC APAC Summit 2024 is fast approaching. The summit is more than an event—it's a strategic investment in your professional development and your organisation's success....

In a recent session of PracticeEvolve's INTEL series, Alistair Marshall, a highly sought-after business development keynote speaker, shared valuable insights on strategy, business development, and lead generation for law firms....

Australians who bought and sold property in the last year have praised lawyers, with 86 per cent rating their experience with their solicitor or conveyancer as excellent or above average....

On August 1, 2024, the European Union's AI Act, the first comprehensive AI regulation, officially came into effect globally. This landmark legislation introduces a structured regulatory framework for Artificial Intelligence...

Immediation (by ADR Technology), a leading provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) technology, and Interact Support, a leading not-for-profit (NFP) provider of dispute resolution services, announce a strategic partnership to...

According to the MBO Partners' 2023 report on the State of Independence: Nomadism Enters the Mainstream, the digital nomad workforce in the US grew by an impressive 131% during 2019-22....

The shift towards alternative fee arrangements (AFAs) is reshaping the legal industry. AFAs are not just a trend; they are essential in a market where predictability, client satisfaction, and efficiency...

Australia’s most comprehensive salary guide has found an overwhelming 87% of legal employers plan to increase salaries in their next review. Key Takeaways 87% of employers will increase legal salaries...

Property tech company InfoTrack has been a digital pioneer in the e-conveyancing space for more than two decades. Now, two of its leaders are recognised for their cybersecurity expertise. InfoTrack’s...

InfoTrack has been honoured as one of Australia’s Best Workplaces in Technology for 2024. Great  Place To Work, renowned for its expertise in workplace culture, has unveiled the top performers...

Lawcadia, a leading legal operations platform  has unveiled a cutting-edge legal rate card compliance feature, in celebration of its eighth birthday. The new capability has been developed in response to increased client demand...

Developed in partnership with the Corporate Counsel Business Journal (CCBJ), The OpenText and CCBJ Modern General Counsel Survey analyses the impact technology has on the general counsel's current role and...

In the ever-evolving realm of financial reporting, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is fundamentally reshaping the functions of regulatory bodies. This article delves into the intersection of the United...

The Law Council of Australia is calling on the Commonwealth to provide financial incentives to increase the number of lawyers living and working in regional, rural and remote (RRR) locations...

Sarah Waley, a leading expert in legal sector branding and founder of Ideas in Practice, has released an informative new guide on personal branding for legal professionals. With over 20...

With the majority of law departments expecting an increase in demand, they are hiring in-house lawyers and investing in technology to automate routine tasks and workflows, according to the 2023...

In recognition of its diversity and inclusion practices, legal practice management software developer Smokeball has been placed on the Great Place to Work Australia’s Best Workplaces™ for Women in 2023...

InfoTrack has been listed as one of Australia’s Best Workplaces™ for Women in 2023. Great Place To Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, revealed the 50 companies on the...

With over 25 years of experience in the Australian tech industry, Sue Hood, CEO of Boab IT, knows what navigating a male-dominated industry is like. But according to her, the...

Contract management, traditionally seen as a legal function responsible for crafting legally sound agreements, has undergone significant transformation. It is no longer confined to legal departments; its influence now extends...

Everlaw partnered with the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) to publish a new report that revealed an increase in budgetary constraints, with corporate law departments prioritising cost containment through various...

LinkSquares, a leading AI-powered legal technology partner of choice, announced several innovations across the LinkSquares Cloud that help in-house legal teams demonstrate their organisational impact and move their business forward...

Harbor, an expert services provider to the legal industry, announces its acquisition of the Legal Management Consulting practice from Stout, a global investment bank and advisory firm. Adding the Stout...

New research has highlighted the continuing tensions between the legal/compliance and marketing teams in the financial services sector.  Eight out of ten senior legal and compliance professionals in the UK,...

InfoTrack has been named as the winner of three accolades at the recent Australian Business Awards (ABA) for 2023. The tech innovation leader was recognised as an Employer of Choice...

FTI Consulting, Inc. announces that the firm’s Technology segment has entered into a partnership with Agiloft, a global no-code contract lifecycle management (“CLM”) solution provider. FTI Technology’s Corporate Legal Operations...

Tonkean announces the launch of a new AI-enhanced intake experience for legal teams. Tonkean's updated forms, which are part of Tonkean's LegalWorks solution, make the experience of initiating and following...

InfoTrack has been ranked as Australia’s 5th Best Workplace for 2023. The announcement was made last night at the 2023 Great Place To Work Client Night and Best Workplaces List...

Agiloft, a contract lifecycle management (CLM) provider, announces the release of AI Trainer, a powerful, new AI model training capability that will empower non-technical users to fully customise how they...

The legal industry is constantly evolving, and law firms are gearing up for success in the ever-changing landscape of 2023-2024. As hiring plans take centre stage, law firms are using...

Organisations grapple with numerous legal complexities in the realm of corporate governance, necessitating expert guidance and strategic decision-making. Within this demanding landscape, General Counsels (GCs) have become pivotal in equipping...

In the past, pursuing a legal career typically involved following traditional paths such as joining a law firm, practising in a courtroom, or focusing on corporate law. However, the legal...

General counsels and in-house legal teams are often faced with an increasingly complex and fast-paced set of legal and compliance challenges. They are overwhelmed by repetitive, lower-value requests and tasks,...

I left my large law firm job to launch my own tech start-up, and unexpectedly found myself learning how to code.  This is the second article in a two-part series...

It’s a lot of time spent on Google! But before that, a little bit about why I learnt to code after spending over a decade drafting and negotiating long, complex...

FTI Consulting announces that the firm’s Technology segment has entered into a partnership with NetDocuments, a trusted cloud content platform for legal professionals. This partnership will allow FTI Technology’s Corporate...

A recent webinar on Best-in-Class Legal Reporting sponsored by In-House Connect and hosted by Anne Post, North American CEO of Xakia Technologies, and Ritesh Patel, Chief Legal Officer of Viant,...

IPRO, an industry-leading eDiscovery and data governance technology solutions company, announced the results of a survey conducted jointly with the Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS) that reveals legal professionals...

Promoting diversity and inclusion in company leadership positions is crucial for growth and success in any industry, including the technology and start-up sectors in Australia.  Female leaders bring a unique...

Debbie Ferguson, in her recent article for World Economic Forum (WEF), stated that “[T]he most effective leaders all shared one trait: they were advocates for the people in their organizations....

Laying the groundwork for a career change into legal innovation: 3 things you can do while still hitting your billables. The legal innovation ecosystem continues to go from strength to...

InfoTrack has been officially named one of Australia's Best Workplaces for Women in 2022 by Great Place to Work, the global authority on workplace culture. The inaugural list highlights organisations...

Smokeball has been named on the 2022 Australia's Best Workplaces™ for Women List that identifies organisations across the country committed to fostering equity in the workplace ensuring their women employees...

In-house lawyers say spending on legal services in Venture Capital and Private Equity has grown this year and is likely to grow next year too. Survey finds pressure to control...

InfoTrack has been named as the winner of four prestigious awards in the 2022 Australian Business Awards (ABA) for; Business Innovation, Mobile Innovation, Product Innovation and Employer of Choice. InfoTrack...

Legal Practice Intelligence has introduced Legal Practice Careers (LPC), a legal industry job board that will showcase the legal profession's career opportunities across the globe.  We welcome Hall & Wilcox as the very...

Legal practice management company Smokeball has made the podium in high-profile employee engagement listings announced this month. The company is placed number three out of the top 20 companies with...

The legal industry job market remains buoyant as reflected in Elias' Legal Jobs Index Report Q4. Please find a summary of the report below.  54% of HR leaders expect the headcount will continue...

With the advent of web 3.0, metaverse and other platforms, blockchain tech has skyrocketed. Big companies have started crypto transactions for goods and services. New cryptocurrencies are constantly forming, and law...

Apperio, a provider of legal spend analytics and matter tracking software, announced the availability of a new feature to streamline the process of reviewing and approving law firm invoices to...

Fortunately, there has been more acknowledgement and higher respect towards legal support personnel that manage essential day-to-day tasks to keep law firms and businesses running. People are becoming more aware of the...

As workplace ideologies evolve, it is now imperative for legal operations professionals to evolve as well. According to the Corporate Legal Operations Consortium’s (CLOC) 2021 State of the Industry Report,...

Financial services regulatory and compliance teams are facing work overload, stress and anxiety as they grapple with onerous new compliance and reporting rules, a ground-breaking new report has found.  With...

Elias Recruitment has released the Legal Jobs Index Report for the latest quarter, which has been summarised for you below. The legal jobs market is still buoyant, signified by the...

As a General Counsel, I’ve sat in some good, bad and painful sales pitches. Regardless, it’s never bothered me having salespeople reach out to me and try to win my...

Large corporates spend billions of dollars developing more sustainable and path-breaking technology to improve processes. Unlike other industries where the emphasis is laid on technological development and innovation, the legal industry is...

We are delighted to present the on-demand New Law CLE's free CPD webinars, to you!  Due to the amount of positive feedback we have received from our subscribers that have accessed the...

As we are opening up again and returning back to the norm, this means it is time for lawyers and other professionals to brush-up their networking skills.  Building a professional network is crucial in the...

David Woolstencroft catches up with Jason Elias from Elias Recruitment. They discuss the key skills that are in demand right now as the way we practice law is evolving at...

Elevate business through humanity | Elevate humanity through business As we welcome in 2022 and as many of us have returned to the fold, we have shared links to leadership articles...

"The Great Resignation" has received a lot of press.  There is no doubt that this phenomenon has hit the US, in particular.  According to PricewaterhouseCoopers US Pulse survey in August...

Legal technology company Lawcadia and technology partner FYB announce a deep integration with Micro Focus Content Manager (formerly TRIM) in response to high demand by Government legal teams for streamlined, connected solutions...

General Counsel who are proactively seeking to reduce costs and increase their team’s efficiency now have an industry-first practical toolkit to help them. LegalVision developed a General Counsel Toolkit, which...

I am writing this just coming out of 107 days of lockdown in Sydney so how the potential new outbreak affects business confidence is an unknown. Most lawyers I am...

Xakia Technologies Pty Ltd today announced its entry into the Japanese legal technology market with the launch of Xakia, its dedicated In-House Legal Hub, in the Legal Department at JERA...

Legal technology company Lawcadia and legal operations consultancy LEx360 partner to reduce waste, risk, complexity, and uncertainty for corporate counsel. The modern legal department remains a function plagued by inefficient,...

There is much debate regarding the The Great Resignation that we have shifted the focus to "What does the lawyer of the future look like?" Novum Learning assembled an exceptional cast of legal...

By Jodie Baker of Xakia, “Doing more with less” has long been a core competency of Legal Departments, but recent trends suggest the status quo may soon be unsustainable.  Indeed, according...

So you’ve made it through to the interview stage you are in the 5% - 10% of candidates … Over the last 18 months, the employment process has changed more,...

When borders finally open up, will travel starved lawyers reconsider their career choices? With international travel a possibility in 2022, how will law firms retain and attract lawyers that want...

This is the second article of a series of career pieces, contributed by Jason Elias, CEO of Elias Recruitment. The first article "Careers: Is a change on the horizon?" can...

Considerations for the professional Before you take the leap, take a moment to ask yourself the following questions: Am I being challenged in my current role? Am I still learning?...

Associate level employee job advertisements have jumped by 44% in the June 2021 quarter compared to the previous March 2021 quarter. This is according to research conducted by specialist legal...