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Box rolls out AI agent security for law firms' legal workflows
Box launches AI security controls on July 21, 2026, to protect law firms' sensitive legal documents and ensure compliance with AI regulations.
Relativity Names Chris Brown President to Drive AI Expansion
Relativity appoints Chris Brown as president and acquires AI legal tech firm Gavel, advancing AI-driven legal data tools and workflows.
Opensity Solutions Launches Law Firm MSO Practice with Rob Morris
Opensity Solutions announced a Law Firm MSO practice to modernize law firm operations, led by legal veteran Rob Morris.
Ropes & Gray Ends World Cup–Style AI Contest for Junior Lawyers
Ropes & Gray concluded a unique AI competition pairing summer and first-year associates, advancing legal tech skills in BigLaw talent development.
Legal Teams Drive 19.5% of Enterprise AI Use, Heightening GC Governance Role
Legal departments lead enterprise AI adoption with 19.5% of usage, pushing GCs to strengthen oversight and policies for risk management.
Most Law Firms Use AI, But Few Have Policies or Training Ready
69% of legal pros use AI, yet only 9% of firms enforce AI use policies, with data security and trust as top barriers.
Employers Face Biometric Privacy Risks From AI-Powered Smart Glasses
Employers using AI smart glasses must navigate biometric privacy laws like Illinois BIPA and Texas CUBI to avoid lawsuits and penalties.
Amazon Launches Quick for Legal AI Assistant for Contracts and Compliance
Amazon introduces Quick for Legal, an AI assistant for contract review, compliance, and legal research, integrating with major productivity tools.
Federal Judges Sanction Pro Se Litigants for AI Hallucination Errors
Federal courts sanction pro se litigants for false filings caused by AI hallucinations, prompting legal teams to revise workflows and policies for accuracy.
Reed Smith merges ALSP, legal ops, e-discovery under Legal Solutions
Reed Smith consolidates 200+ professionals in ALSP, legal operations, and e-discovery into Legal Solutions, boosting efficiency and tech use.
Setfords Launches Custom Platform for Self-Employed Consultant Lawyers
UK law firm Setfords launches a proprietary legal tech platform in April 2024 tailored to its consultant lawyers, integrating case, accounts, and practice management.
Darrow cuts 33% of staff amid litigation tech sector challenges
Darrow laid off 60 employees in U.S. and Israel amid market pressures, impacting its AI litigation platform development.
Epiq Acquires Tenor Legal to Boost Flexible Staffing Amid AI Shift
Epiq has acquired Tenor Legal to expand flexible legal staffing services as AI reshapes legal job dynamics. This move supports law firms and corporate legal teams.
D.C. Circuit Denies Stay to Restore Trump’s Name at Kennedy Center
Appeals court rejects Kennedy Center’s bid to pause removal of Trump’s name, enforcing earlier ruling amid legal dispute.
Harbor Acquires UK Legal Tech Trainer iTrain to Boost AI Skills
Harbor acquired UK's iTrain on July 7, 2026, enhancing AI training amid rising legal tech spending and adoption barriers.
Relativity, Legora, Harvey Lead Legal Tech Funding in Q1 2026
Q1 2026 legal tech funding hits $2.34B, led by Relativity, Legora, and Harvey, amid smaller rounds and fewer deals.
Law Firms Forge AI Partnerships to Transform Legal Practice
Leading law firms partner with AI providers to innovate workflows and boost competitive edge in legal services.
California AI Rules Could Limit Nonlawyer Legal Service Programs
California's proposed AI ethics rules may restrict nonlawyer justice workers, impacting affordable legal services and access to justice.
By 2025, Legacy IT Will Stall Legal Ops Innovation and Increase Costs
Legacy IT systems in law firms limit innovation, consume most IT budgets, and raise costs by up to 25%, pressing legal ops to modernize by 2025.
Judge Denies Meta's Bid to Dismiss Social Media Addiction Claims
Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers lets key claims in social media addiction lawsuit against Meta proceed to trial, escalating MDL scrutiny.