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Lexroom Acquires Query Juriste and Praven Intelekt to Expand in Europe
Lexroom acquires two European legal AI startups, enhancing its footprint in France and Bulgaria with advanced AI legal tools.
New Benchmarks Show LLMs Struggle with Legal Research Despite High Cost
Recent evaluations reveal large language models underperform in legal research tasks despite premium prices, urging law firms to manage AI tool expectations.
AI Adoption Costs Rise for Legal Teams Moving Too Slowly
AI is reshaping legal departments, increasing cost pressures for those slow to adopt new tools, industry experts warn.
Law Firms Shift From Buy vs. Build to Tech Partnerships for AI
Law firms like Weil and Willkie shift from building tech internally to partnering with AI companies like Google Cloud and OpenAI to stay competitive.
Xapien Raises $56M to Boost AI Compliance Tools in U.S. Markets
Xapien secured $56M funding to expand its AI-driven compliance platform in the U.S., targeting Boston's legal and financial sectors for faster due diligence and AML checks.
AI-Native Law Firms Are About Business Model, Not Just AI Tools
LegalTech Connect's 2026 AI Native Law Conference defined AI-native law firms by business model and data use, not just AI tool adoption.
Vanderbilt Law School Adopts AI-Powered Deposition Simulator
Vanderbilt partners with AltaClaro to use DepoSim, an AI deposition simulation, enhancing legal education and practical training from Fall 2026.
Evan Shenkman Joins Baretz+Brunelle to Lead AI Integration in Law
Evan Shenkman joins Baretz+Brunelle as partner, focusing on practical AI adoption to improve legal service delivery and firm growth.
Legal AI Discounts End: Firms Face Rising Costs Starting 2026
Legal AI subsidies are ending, driving higher costs for law firms' technology budgets and contract strategies in 2026.
Concorda Raises $3.8M Seed to Expand Litigation AI Platform
Concorda secures $3.8 million seed funding to grow its litigation AI platform and engineering team, reflecting strong investor interest in legal tech.
LEGALFLY Launches AI Tool to Automate Contract Monitoring and Approvals
LEGALFLY debuts Contract Intelligence, an AI-powered software that streamlines contract management by tracking key dates and automating approvals.
Legal Best Practices Rise to Manage AI in Software Development
New legal guidance outlines risk management strategies for AI-assisted software development amid rising regulations in the US and EU.
Midsize Law Firms Lag in Rate Hikes and Tech Spending in Early 2026
Midsize law firms raised worked rates 5.3% in Q1 2026, behind large firms' 9.8%, with slower tech spending amid low attorney utilization.
Hona Unveils Lia AI to Automate Client Communication in Personal Injury Law
Hona launched Lia AI assistant to streamline client communication and case management in personal injury law firms, enhancing legal operations efficiency.
Consilio Acquires Australian eDiscovery Leader icourts
Consilio expands its legal tech presence in Australia by acquiring eDiscovery provider icourts, enhancing services for law firms and corporate legal teams.
Law Firms to Boost Tech Spending Per Lawyer by Nearly 9% in 2026
New data shows U.S. law firms plan an 11.6% overall tech spending rise in Q2 2026 despite stagnant revenue growth per attorney.
Weil Gotshal Adopts Google Cloud’s Gemini AI Platform for Legal Workflows
Weil Gotshal adopts Google Cloud's Gemini Enterprise for Legal on Aug 25, 2026, to streamline AI in legal workflows and improve litigation strategy.
BakerHostetler Unveils Proprietary AI Platform with Clio Partnership
BakerHostetler launches Practice Intelligence Center, integrating AI workflows and institutional knowledge, marking BigLaw's move toward bespoke AI solutions.
Meta to pay $18B in social media child safety settlement
Meta settles lawsuits from 48 U.S. states and territories with $18 billion pledge for child safety and mental health programs amid rising legal scrutiny.
Law Firms Use ABA Rules and Certifications to Manage AI Risks
At ILTACON 2026, law firms outlined how ABA ethics, insurance, and certifications help govern AI and reduce exposure to risks.