Legal Teams on the Case with Opus 2 GenAI Labs April 24, 2024 Leading legal software and services provider Opus 2 announced the launch of AI Labs, a program that invites clients to get an inside look at AI tools within the company's...
Dynamic Connect and MS Teams to Boost Law Firm Profits April 18, 2024 Dynamic Software Solutions (DSS), a leading wholesale supplier of solutions to IT MSP, Managed Print suppliers, and Professional Services firms, announces that it has integrated Microsoft Teams with its Dynamic...
Overcoming the 3 Key Digital Transformation Challenges April 17, 2024 In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, digital transformation has become more of a necessity than a choice for companies striving to stay competitive. Embracing digital technologies promises increased efficiency, improved...
Fasken Invests in the Future of Startups with Walter April 16, 2024 Fasken has partnered with Walter, a leading legal technology platform, in a significant move that will enhance the Canadian startup ecosystem. The strategic partnership through the Firm’s market-leading Emerging Technology...
LegalTech Market Set to Soar to US$47 Bn by 2030 April 12, 2024 The Global LegalTech market is likely to experience sustained expansion. The market is predicted to value at US$47.7 Bn by 2030, recording a CAGR of 9.3% from 2023 to 2033....
APIs with SaaS Driving Legal Sector Productivity April 9, 2024 A prominent technological advancement that is gaining considerable momentum is the integration of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) with core Software as a Service (SaaS) platforms. The collaborative synergy between APIs...
Actionable and Deliverable Roadmaps Key to Tech Changes April 8, 2024 In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, organisations of all sizes are constantly challenged by the need to adapt to new technologies, processes, and systems. But have you ever wondered why...
Global Legal Sector 10X NetDocuments GenAI Demand April 4, 2024 NetDocuments, announces that they have received record demand and adoption for its PatternBuilder MAX AI and automation capabilities, making its generative AI solution the most successful product launch by a...
Lawyers EQ Logically Connects with Winning New Clients April 3, 2024 Engaging a law firm is not a regular occurrence for most people. When the need does arise, they will need guidance, support, empathy, and a strategy to achieve the best...
Law Firms Seek Cybersecurity Peace of Mind with CISO April 2, 2024 In an era where digital threats loom large over the legal industry, Jade Peace's webinar, presented as part of PracticeEvolve's INTEL Series, serves as a crucial guide for law firms...
CRM Trends and Transformations in Law March 27, 2024 In the dynamic world of law, where relationships hold paramount importance, law firms are increasingly leveraging Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems to maintain a competitive edge. Traditionally focused on managing...
Marketplace to Transform Legal Industry Collaboration March 25, 2024 Smokeball, a leading provider of legal cloud practice management software, announces the launch of its innovative partner platform, Smokeball Marketplace. This platform is designed to revolutionise the way legal professionals...
Trailblazing Legal Tech Training Alliance Formed March 22, 2024 LTC4 (the Legal Technology Core Competencies Certification Coalition) was launched almost 14 years ago to set a global standard for legal technology proficiency. For providers of legal technology training, it...
Practice Evolving with Purpose, Positioning and Pricing March 21, 2024 PracticeEvolve hosts John Chisolm to explore the critical role of Purpose, Positioning, and Pricing in defining your law firm's strategy through their upcoming webinar. These key elements are for standing out in...
PwC Boosts Legal Services Capability with ContractPodAi March 20, 2024 PwC announces that it has entered into an alliance with ContractPod Technologies Ltd (“ContractPodAi”), a leading and innovative provider of legal AI technology, to launch a new consulting service powered...
Running a Client-Centred Law Firm March 19, 2024 The idea that client-centred law firms are more successful is not a new one. Forward-thinking lawyers have been taking this approach for years. However, as Jack Newton, co-founder and CEO of...
Research Indicates Smarter Contract Legal Tech Needed March 17, 2024 Intelligent contract automation platform company, Docubee, in partnership with legal media and research company ALM shared a revealing study that found 79% of US legal professionals still rely on traditional...
Henchman and Microsoft Copilot Boost KM and Drafting March 13, 2024 Henchman announces its integration with Microsoft Copilot to streamline the drafting processes by harnessing the collective knowledge stored in Document Management Systems while leveraging Microsoft AI and its security protocols....
Unclouded Australian Document Management Systems Review March 12, 2024 Looking for a document management system (DMS)? Although there is no shortage of options, the reality is that if you are a reasonable-sized legal firm with high expectations, then there...
Legal Teams Driving Cost Savings with Microsoft Copilot March 11, 2024 In the ever-changing realm of the legal profession, the incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) has taken centre stage, marking the onset of a transformative era. According to Goldman Sachs' 2023...
Peter Frankl Unwraps Where the Value in a Law Firm is March 8, 2024 Legal practice broker and former Legal Practice Intelligence Editor Peter Frankl answers the question, "Where is the value in a law firm?" Peter advises law firm principals if considering buying,...
Legacy Wills & Estates Game Changer LEAP to CallSmart March 7, 2024 Baby Boomers are expected to transfer a record $3.5 trillion to younger generations in Australia over the next two decades. Specialist firm Legacy Wills and Estates is at the forefront...
Legal Sector Humans to Catch Up Before Adopting GenAI March 4, 2024 As the adoption of Generative AI (GenAI) continues to grow across industries, the vast majority (63%) of corporate law departments and law firms demand an increase in human expertise before...
Lawcadia Unveils Legal Rate Card Compliance Feature March 1, 2024 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...
Challenge the Way You Think About Modern Legal Practice February 29, 2024 PracticeEvolve invites you to the INTEL Series, a must-attend line-up of live webinars created to make a real difference in the Australian legal community. Our focus is on Innovation, Networking, Technology, Education, and Leadership — elements...
Smart Firms Taking Advantage of Business of Law Changes February 28, 2024 As the co-founder of the legal project management platform, Hivelight, I am privileged to get a backstage pass to the changes that are happening in legal technology and the business...
Lexsoft Launches T3 GenAI for Knowledge Management February 27, 2024 Lexsoft Systems, a provider of IT and business process solutions, today announced the launch of Lexsoft T3 GenAI, a new knowledge management (KM) solution within its T3 product suite, powered...
Smokeball AI To Transform Law Firm Practice Management February 23, 2024 At Smokeball Spark 2024, Smokeball, a leader in all-in-one cloud legal practice management, proudly announces the launch of groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence (AI) functionality designed to elevate legal professionals and optimise...
Anderson Lloyd to Future-Proof Firm with NetDocuments February 21, 2024 NetDocuments, the #1 trusted cloud platform for law firms, corporate legal teams and business organisations, today announced that Anderson Lloyd has selected NetDocuments as its new Document Management System (DMS). Anderson Lloyd...
Top 5 Law Firm Marketing Trends for Growth in 2024 February 20, 2024 Ava Emdadian, the Founder of Legal Galaxy Marketing, provides specialised marketing services tailored specifically to the needs of lawyers and law firms and shares her top 5 marketing trends for...
Lander & Rogers AI Lab Launched February 19, 2024 Lander & Rogers has reinforced its position as one of Australia's most forward-thinking law firms with the launch of the AI Lab ─ a program dedicated to AI and its...
Clio Draft to Revolutionise Legal Document Workflows February 16, 2024 Clio, a leading provider of cloud-based legal technology, announces that Lawyaw, a legaltech company acquired by Clio in 2021, will now operate under the Clio brand as Clio Draft. With deepened integration...
Law Firms Strategic Advantage with Expense Management February 15, 2024 Market benchmarks indicate that Travel & Expenses (T&E) constitute the second-largest indirect cost for law firms, representing a range of 1% to 12% of annual revenues. This level of expenditure...
Hybrid Legal, IT Services Impressive Growth Expected February 12, 2024 The "Legal Services Global Market Opportunities and Strategies to 2032" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. In a testament to the sector's vitality, the market value rose from $656.9...
2024 Legal Sector Trends in AI & Automation February 9, 2024 The fast pace of the modern world can be seen as being relentless. It’s no secret that legal departments and law firms face new challenges and have pressures to increase...
Smokeball Spark Returns Bigger and Brighter in 2024 February 7, 2024 After the success of the inaugural event in 2023, Smokeball Spark returns on February 23, 2024, with a new lineup of speakers, including world-renowned keynotes, local thought leaders and industry...
Law Firms at the Forefront with Updated LTC4 Plans February 6, 2024 LTC4 updates its learning plans with the latest comprehensive overhaul reflecting months of collaborative effort positioning LTC4 at the forefront of legal tech competence. Each time LTC4 reviews the Learning...
Is This the Year to Sell Your Practice? February 6, 2024 Legal practice broker and former LPI editor, Peter Frankl asks the question "Is this the year to sell your practice." Peter advises law firm principals if they are considering buying, selling or merging...
Legal Trends Developments to Follow in 2024 February 5, 2024 The legal landscape in 2024 is undergoing significant transformations, with several key trends reshaping the industry. Staying informed about these developments is crucial for legal professionals to adapt and thrive...
Harbor to Build on Asia-Pacific Pinnacle Presence February 2, 2024 Harbor announced its acquisition of Pinnacle, a leading legal technology and managed services provider in the UK, Europe, North America, and Asia Pacific. This expansion enables Harbor to offer its...
ProSearch Advances eDiscovery with Gen AI for Review January 30, 2024 ProSearch, a leading provider of comprehensive discovery and compliance solutions to corporate legal departments and law firms, announces two innovations designed to empower organisations to tackle high-volume case data and...
LegalRM Attains Global ISO 27001 Certification January 29, 2024 LegalRM, the creator of the iCompli information governance platform, proudly announces its successful achievement of global certification for ISO 27001. ISO 27001 is the international standard for information security, and...
Tech Gadgets Shaping Legal Excellence in 2024 January 24, 2024 In the ever-evolving landscape of the legal industry, staying ahead of the technological curve is imperative for lawyers aiming to enhance efficiency, productivity, and client service. As we step into...
Law Firms to Address Profit Leakage in 2024 January 22, 2024 BigHand released its 2024 Annual Law Firm Finance Report with survey results from 800 senior legal finance roles, CEOs and Managing Partners in law firms of 100+ lawyers across the...
General Counsel Role Changing with the Adoption of AI January 19, 2024 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...
AnyLaw Launches AI-Gen Legal Research Case Summaries January 18, 2024 AnyLaw, a solution provider that provides affordable access to a comprehensive database of US State and Federal case law for legal research, releases cutting-edge AI technology to dive into the...
Law Firm Data Breaches Still a Concern in the UK and AU January 17, 2024 Insider data breaches continue to pose a serious threat to the UK legal sector, according to NetDocuments. Based on analysis of the latest data from the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)...
GC Role with Financial Reporting Crossroads and AI January 16, 2024 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...
Identilab Empowers Migration Lawyers with DNA Solutions January 15, 2024 In a world marked by constant evolution, where conflict, war, and climate change drive forced movements, migration has become a prevalent recourse. In fact, in 2020 over 281 million people...
Agiloft GenAI Streamlines Contract Negotiation Process January 12, 2024 Contract Lifecycle Management provider, Agiloft, launches a new generative AI capability, part of their Data-first Agreement Platform, to enable legal and contract teams to quickly review and markup contracts, reducing...
Digital Nomadism and Hybrid Work Model Integration January 11, 2024 In recent years, the concept of digital nomadism has gained prominence across diverse industries, providing professionals with the opportunity to work remotely and redefine traditional office structures. Even in the...
BigHand Wins Gold for the Best Legal Solution January 10, 2024 Leading legal technology solution provider BigHand is delighted to have won Gold at The Titan Business Awards in the ‘Business Technology Solutions - Legal Solution’ category. This is the latest...
MATTERLINQ Legal Entrepreneur Solution Launch December 22, 2023 MATTERLINQ launches on 1 January 2024 - a milestone for entrepreneurs seeking a platform that is designed to be the backbone of law firms' business operations. MATTERLINQ's mission is to...
HELP Relief Needed to Encourage Lawyers to The Bush December 21, 2023 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...
A Trusted Knowledge Repository Key to GenAI Adoption December 20, 2023 Carlos García-Egocheaga, Chief Executive Officer, Lexsoft Systems, offers his views on the adoption and impact of generative AI in 2024 in the context of the knowledge management function in the...
AI in Legal: Enhancing eDiscovery with ChatGPT December 19, 2023 Electronic Discovery or Disclosure (eDiscovery/eDisclosure) has become an essential component of contemporary legal procedures. With the continuous expansion of the digital landscape, legal professionals are confronted with substantial quantities of...
Challenges of Inheriting a Law Firm Case Study Reveal December 13, 2023 Inheriting a practice comes with many exciting opportunities, but there’s always a chance that outdated, inefficient practices may persist. That’s exactly what happened when sisters Madeleine and Geraldine took over...
Asia-Pacific Legal Sector Transforms with NetDocuments December 12, 2023 NetDocuments has highlighted continued customer and partner momentum in the Asia Pacific region over the last 12 months. NetDocuments now has more than 440 customers in Asia-Pacific, including two of...
LegalTech Trainwrecks #6 (Knowledge Resource Retrieval) December 11, 2023 A few months ago, I wrote about my experience market testing a potential AI product that could retrieve relevant examples of past work (‘precedents’) more quickly and easily, to support...
2024 Australia & New Zealand Legal Industry Forecast December 7, 2023 In recent years, the legal landscape in Australia and New Zealand has undergone significant transformations, driven by advancements in legal technology and evolving client expectations. As legal professionals adapt to...
NetDocuments the Best Fit for Skadden’s Practice Groups December 6, 2023 NetDocuments, the world’s #1 trusted cloud platform where legal professionals do their best work, announces that Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, one of the world’s preeminent law firms,...
Lawyers Win with Perfect InfoTrack Service: Free Trial November 30, 2023 InfoTrack, Australia’s leading legal tech innovator, proudly announces a significant milestone with a perfect Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 100%. This exceptional achievement reflects the unparalleled dedication and commitment to...
Lawyers Early Access to the Conneto E-Signing Solution November 29, 2023 Conneto, announces the early access launch of its new cloud-based platform to streamline, secure, and sign documents. The Conneto team has set out to deliver an intuitive, dynamic, and affordable...
Traact Launches Legal Operations Cloud Platform November 28, 2023 Traact has launched its cloud-based platform, which offers a broad range of integrated capabilities, including Entity Management, Permits and Licensing, Board Management, Matter Management, Contract Management, Disputes and Litigation, Finance...
Lawyers Unlocking Their Greatest Asset: Personal Brand November 27, 2023 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...
Strong Demand for Law Departments but Cautious Spending November 23, 2023 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...
A&O Cyberattack and Lessons for Law Firms in 2023 November 21, 2023 LockBit, a notorious Ransomware-as-a-Service group, has garnered attention for its prolific cyberattacks. The assault on Allen & Overy on November 9, 2023, is the most recent in a series of...
Thomson Reuters GenAI to Transform the Legal Profession November 20, 2023 Thomson Reuters announced a series of GenAI initiatives to transform the legal profession. Headlining these initiatives is the debut of GenAI within the most advanced legal research platform, AI-Assisted Research...
Law Firms to Solve KM Shortcomings with Lexsoft T3 November 15, 2023 Lexsoft Systems, an IT and business process solutions provider, announced the launch of the fully cloud-enabled version of its knowledge management (KM) solution, Lexsoft T3. Law firms can now establish...
Express Way to Migrate from Worldox to NetDocuments November 14, 2023 Element Technologies (Element), a premier technology services and IT company with a strong focus on law firms and corporate legal teams, recently introduced Element Express, a new data migration and...
Law Firm Centre of Excellence Model Boosted by BigHand November 13, 2023 BigHand has released its latest case study with leading US law firm Larkin Hoffman. As the legal industry continues to face rising client pressure for work to be completed more...
Smokeball: One of Australia’s Best Workplaces for Women November 10, 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: One of Australia’s Best Workplaces for Women November 10, 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...
Boab IT Exploring Gender Diversity in Australian Tech November 9, 2023 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...
Assembly Makes a Case With Nuance Speech Recognition November 8, 2023 Assembly Software, a Value-Added Reseller of Nuance Communications, announced the availability of Assembly’s Neos case management platform with the Nuance Dragon Legal Anywhere cloud-hosted speech recognition solution for legal professionals....
Morae Acquires Exigent to Double Global Capacity November 2, 2023 Morae Global Corporation (“Morae”) announced the expansion of its global operations and business with the strategic acquisition of UK-based technology and managed legal services provider Exigent Group Limited (“Exigent”). The...
Evolving Contract Management: A Cross-Functional Imperative November 1, 2023 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...
Weathering the Storm: Retaining Legal Talent October 30, 2023 The economic landscape is an ever-changing terrain marked by cycles of growth and recession. One of the defining features of this economic ebb and flow is the cyclical nature of...
4 Key Areas US In-House Legal Teams Will Reduce Costs October 27, 2023 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...
In-house Legal Boon with AI, LLMs, Slack and Insights October 26, 2023 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 Fills with Stout Legal Management Consulting October 18, 2023 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...
Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Law Firm Risks October 10, 2023 A new report commissioned by the Law Council of Australia shows the Australian legal profession is proactively working to mitigate the risk of being a party to money laundering and that where vulnerabilities...
Law Firm Immigration Work to Pick Up October 9, 2023 The Law Council welcomes the Australian Government’s investment of $58m in the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) and the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA) to increase the capacity...
Legal at Odds with Financial Services Marketing Teams September 29, 2023 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,...
4 Tips for Top-Notch Law Firm Pitches and Proposals September 11, 2023 When meeting with firms across the globe, it’s clear all law firms want to make a lasting impression at pitch meetings and when submitting legal services proposals. To consistently prevail,...
InfoTrack Wins Three Australian Business Awards August 31, 2023 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...
The Transformative Potential of Digital Currency August 31, 2023 The digital landscape has brought about significant disruption, reshaping traditional industries including the legal industry and transforming business practices. The internet, in particular, has been a catalyst for revolutionary changes,...
FTI and Agiloft Contract for Corporate Legal Gains August 30, 2023 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 AI Enhances Intake Experience for Legal Teams August 24, 2023 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...
LocalAgentFinder Demystifies New QLD Property Law Bill August 21, 2023 The recently enacted Property Law Bill is set to alter the landscape for property owners in Queensland. As the Queensland Government introduces full disclosure in property transactions, this will bring...
InfoTrack is One of Australia’s Best Workplaces Again August 18, 2023 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...
Legal Ops to Empower Business with Agiloft AI Trainer August 16, 2023 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...
Lawyers in Deep with Staff Attrition Crisis Continuing August 2, 2023 BigHand, a leading provider of technology solutions for law firms, has released a series of reports highlighting industry trends and how law firms around the world are responding to new...
Human Capital Velocity | People Pipelines for Law Firms July 28, 2023 As a venture in the legal field, law firms are not exempt from the consequences of rapid growth or personnel leaving. Rapid growth presents both opportunities and challenges, the most...
Australian Small Law to Punch Above Their Weight Harder July 27, 2023 It is estimated that over 80% of the Legal Industry in Australia is made up of small law firm owners and legal practitioners, yet many conferences, support services, news publications,...
US and UK Legal Services Sector Feeling the Pinch July 26, 2023 BigHand, a leading provider of technology solutions for busy legal professionals that provide data and insights to increase value and profits, has unveiled the results of its comprehensive market research, shedding light on...
Renewable Agriculture: Lawyers and GCs Lead the Way July 25, 2023 In the ever-evolving realm of renewable energy, Lawyers and General Counsel (GC) are emerging as essential catalysts in promoting the integration of clean technologies across diverse industries. With the recent...
A Glimpse into Law Firms Dynamic Hiring Landscape July 21, 2023 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...
AU Legal Industry Optimistic Despite Recession Threats July 19, 2023 The threat of a recession and the accompanying slowdown in spending is seen as the biggest headwind by far for 2023 for small and medium-sized law firms across the country;...
Government Legal Funding: Access to Justice and Change July 18, 2023 The rule of law is fundamental to the functioning of any society and its democracy. It ensures fairness, resolves conflicts, and maintains social order. To effectively fulfil these responsibilities, governments...
Enhancing Governance: GCs as Strategic Advisors July 13, 2023 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...
All Lawyers to Deal with Family Violence Matters Better July 10, 2023 Family violence is on the rise in family law matters in Australia, with 68% of the approximately 2,000 Australian family law professionals attending the Smokeball and FamilyProperty State of Family...
Compare and Contrast US ESG Litigation with APAC Trends July 7, 2023 Bloomberg Law announced the release of an environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) litigation report that draws upon emerging ESG legal and compliance issues from dockets across the US in...
Campaign Edge for Carroll O’Dea Lawyers July 5, 2023 Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers has launched a new multimedia campaign, including television, radio, outdoor and digital, as the Firm continues to grow its practice and expand its presence across NSW....
Saudi Arabia: M&A Powerhouse for Law Firms June 30, 2023 According to PwC Middle East, 89% of the total Merger and Acquisition deals in the Middle East were collectively recorded in Saudi Arabia, UAE and Egypt. Saudi Arabia has already...
OGC | The New Role in the Legal Ecosystem? June 29, 2023 Outside GC, a law firm of veteran attorneys that augment in-house legal teams and provide early-stage companies with a business-first approach to lawyering, today announced its new brand identity and...
$10.12T Professional Services Market Opportunities June 27, 2023 The global professional services market grew from $4,877.15 billion in 2017 to $5,890.11 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.8%. The market is expected to...
Law Students Unconventional Paths: Expanding Horizons June 9, 2023 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...
Exploring the Shift in Lawyer Compensation Packages June 7, 2023 The legal profession is undergoing a significant transformation, with attorney compensation reaching unprecedented heights, as revealed by a study conducted by Thomson Reuters. In a world marked by uncertainty, the...
Law Council AU Welcomes UK Free Trade Agreement Force May 31, 2023 The Law Council of Australia welcomes today’s entry into force of the Free Trade Agreement between Australia and the United Kingdom. “Having engaged with DFAT throughout the negotiation of the...
Legal Market Consolidation: Recent Trends May 30, 2023 The legal industry is no stranger to the adage "bigger is better," as demonstrated by the growing trend of law firm mergers. Data from legal consultancy Fairfax Associates reveals that...
Unifying Crypto Regulations for Global Sustainability May 25, 2023 The rise of cryptocurrencies has revolutionised the financial landscape, offering an alternative to conventional monetary systems. Last year, the global cryptocurrency market reached a valuation of around USD 4.67 billion,...
Mental Health, Wellbeing and Careers Key to Law Firm May 23, 2023 There has been a significant cultural change within law firms in recent times. With Mental Health Awareness Week commencing last week, there has been a renewed focus on employee mental...
Alice McNeill Wins Smokeball’s National Secretary Award May 16, 2023 Smokeball, a leading legal practice management software, announced the finalists of its third annual National Secretary's Day competition, which celebrates the outstanding contributions of paralegals and legal secretaries across Australia....
Lexis Connects In-House Legal with Microsoft May 15, 2023 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,...
ChatGPT's Boosting Profitability for Law Firms Answer May 12, 2023 Boosting profitability in a law firm involves various strategies and practices. Here are some top profitability strategies to consider per ChatGPT: Focus on High-Value Clients: Identify and prioritise clients that...
AU Budget Falls Short for Legal Assistance Services May 10, 2023 The Budget acknowledges the tough times of the current economic climate and in a number of ways seeks to help Australians through them. In his speech tonight, the Treasurer has...
Fostering a Skill-Building Culture at Your Law Firm May 8, 2023 It is trivial to observe that most new learning happens while professionals are engaged in their various client matters. What is not trivial to point out is that far too...
Best Practices in Dealing with Family Violence Matters May 5, 2023 According to court data from the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, family violence is presented as a risk factor in 80% of parenting cases.[i] To help those working...
Sydney NextGen GC Summit April 28, 2023 With an excellent speaker line-up, Law Ninjas proudly presents its exclusive summit, which will feature GCs and senior leaders engaging in interactive discussions on the key issues facing the legal...
Australian Legal Sector Update | Elias Recruitment April 27, 2023 The demand for legal services fluctuates based on the overall economic conditions and changes in Federal government and consequently government policy. However, despite a Federal election, interest rate rises, unparalleled...
The Critical Requirements to Grow Your Legal Practice April 21, 2023 Alistair Marshall, Professional Services BD coach and Bruce Coombes, Managing Director of Quick Fee discuss the critical requirements for legal practice growth, including the systems, tools and processes required to...
What it’s Like Learning to Code as a Lawyer (Part 2) April 17, 2023 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...
What It’s Like Learning to Code as a Lawyer (Part 1) March 31, 2023 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...
Bridging the Process Gap for Operational Excellence March 30, 2023 In recent times, many industries around the world, including the legal industry, have transitioned to outsourcing. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated this trend, resulting in a significant increase in outsourcing. According...
NetDocuments and FTI Technology to Drive Legal Ops ROI March 22, 2023 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...
In-House Legal Departments Reporting Pressure Mounts March 10, 2023 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,...
2023 Survey Reveals Corporate Legal Budget Challenges March 6, 2023 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...
What Does the Lawyer of the Future Look Like? | LPI November 22, 2021 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...
Top Tips for Women to Develop Their Legal Tech Careers January 20, 2023 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...
Negotiation and the Art of Advocacy December 13, 2022 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....
Legal Innovation Careers November 14, 2022 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 One of Australia's Best Workplaces for Women November 3, 2022 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 Makes 2022 Best Workplaces for Women List November 3, 2022 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...
Legal Costs and Pressure Growing for PE and VC Lawyers October 27, 2022 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 Wins Four Australian Business Awards 2022 September 15, 2022 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...
Law Firm Career Opportunities September 12, 2022 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...
Smokeball Great Place to Work with WRK+ Podium Finish August 24, 2022 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...
Legal Jobs Index Report Q4 2022 | Elias July 19, 2022 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...
Blockchain and Crypto Adoption in Corporate Legal July 5, 2022 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...
Career Considerations: Key Skills to Acquire in 2022 January 25, 2022 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...
Apperio New Features Streamline Legal Spend Management May 23, 2022 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...
Alternative Career Opportunities - Legal Professionals May 13, 2022 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...
Finding New Pathways in your Legal Operations Career May 6, 2022 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,...
In-House Lawyers Stressed with Breach Reporting Rules May 2, 2022 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 Legal Jobs Index Q3 FY22 April 21, 2022 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...
Building a Bridge Between Legal and Sales April 11, 2022 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...
Corporate Legal Departments: Innovation and Resistance March 30, 2022 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...
Free CPD Courses for Lawyers | The New Law CLE March 17, 2022 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...
Time for Lawyers to Brush-Up Networking Skills? February 15, 2022 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...
Conscious Leadership For The Year Ahead January 17, 2022 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 Hesitation December 17, 2021 "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...
Lawcadia and FYB Integrate Content Manager | LPI November 11, 2021 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...
LegalVision's Innovative General Counsel Toolkit | LPI November 1, 2021 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...
Elias Legal Jobs Index Q1 FY22 | LPI October 22, 2021 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 Partners With JERA | Legal Practice Intelligence October 14, 2021 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...
Lawcadia And LEx360's Partnership To Transform Legal Operations October 13, 2021 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,...
Does Your Legal Technology Match Business Needs? | LPI September 16, 2021 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...
Ace an Interview Part 1 | Legal Practice Intelligence September 3, 2021 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,...
Future Answer to Travel Starved Lawyers? | LPI August 23, 2021 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...
Tips for Legal Professionals: Decide Your Next Role August 20, 2021 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...
Careers: Is a change on the horizon? | LPI August 6, 2021 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?...
Demand for Employee Lawyers Skyrockets | LPI July 4, 2021 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...