Law firms stories

Conversational AI agents are poised to become lawyers’ primary interface to knowledge, automating complex workflows while humans oversee quality.

UK unveils GBP £15 million anti-corruption drive, but experts warn sidelined fraud strategy leaves main source of dirty money unchecked.

Thirdfort adopts iProov biometrics to streamline UK property ID checks and combat AI-driven fraud in deals worth billions of GBP £1.6bn+.

Legal AI firm Legora opens Sydney office and hires senior leaders after $150 million funding, boosting its Australian and APAC expansion.

AI-native legal firms will reshape law by building smart platforms from scratch, moving beyond traditional firms to deliver repeatable, data-driven solutions.

Nextgen law firms will thrive by embedding AI into existing workflows, making client service a core discipline beyond just software tools.

NetDocuments reports 72% growth in APAC as over 20,000 legal professionals adopt its AI-powered document management system nationwide.

AI and digital skills are now essential in UK law firms, transforming recruitment as firms seek talent to navigate technology-driven legal services.

ECCTA's mandatory ID verification poses major compliance and liability risks for UK law firms, with millions facing deadlines to avoid fines and penalties.

UK conveyancing faces tougher anti-money laundering checks as 73% of law firms' suspicious activity reports link to property transactions.

Legora launches Portal to transform AI collaboration between law firms and clients, offering custom workflows and real-time document management for legal teams.

Law firms are transforming financial planning and analysis, using integrated data and AI to drive strategy and boost profitability beyond traditional spreadsheets.

John Haddock, Harvey CBO, discusses Toronto's promising landscape for legal tech innovation and growth opportunities in the sector.

Generative AI is transforming legal roles in Asia, but the Legal Innovation Asia 2026 report stresses that strong people skills remain crucial for success in the sector.

LHD Lawyers celebrates its 35th year by appointing four new Partners, boosting its national growth across Sydney and Melbourne offices.

A report reveals 87% of senior lawyers see AI-driven case strategy software as essential, reshaping litigation by improving outcomes and competitiveness.

Litera embeds its AI legal agent Lito into core products at no extra cost, offering tens of thousands of lawyers AI automation within trusted tools.

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer appoints Ilona Logvinova as global Chief AI Officer to lead AI and legal tech strategy from November 2025.

Wotton Kearney partners with Appian to launch AI-driven OSCAR, streamlining legal services and boosting efficiency for insurers in Asia-Pacific.

Alexi integrates its legal AI platform with iManage to enhance workflow efficiency and knowledge management for law firms worldwide.