Research into how AI can help lawyers
One of the more exciting aspects of witnessing a breakthrough technology like AI emerge seemingly overnight is to observe how it manifests in our daily life. In addition to us finding new ways to apply AI every day, the technology itself is also fast evolving.
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Matter-Aware AI for Lawyers: What It Is and Why It Matters
What is matter-aware AI?
Matter-aware AI is legal artificial intelligence that connects directly to your practice management system and automatically understands your entire case file (—your documents, timeline, work product, and matter details) —before you even ask a question.
Most AI tools work differently: You type a question, they search a database, and return an
How to Reduce Cognitive Overload in Lawyers
Mental health is a known problem in the legal profession
It can’t be talked about enough: legal professionals suffer disproportionally from mental health issues.
A recent study from Bloomberg Law found that lawyers reported feeling burned out in their work 42% of the time. Two key factors were that 49% were unable to disconnect from
Clio in 2025: A New Era for Legal Work
A landmark year of growth, deals, and investments
For Clio, 2025 was a year of unprecedented growth, driven by strategic deals and acquisitions that fundamentally reshaped the legaltech landscape.
vLex acquisition
In June, Clio announced a definitive agreement to acquire vLex, completing the deal in November. At US$1 billion, this was the largest M&A
AI-Generated Content Checklist for Lawyers: How to Use AI Confidently
Why reviewing AI-generated content matters
Generative AI can accelerate legal work, but it cannot replace the lawyer’s judgment. These systems predict what legal text should look like, they do not reason about doctrine, jurisdiction, or consequences. That’s why even fluent, well-structured answers can be subtly wrong or confidently hallucinated.
Legal-specific tools like Clio Work and
How to Fix Your Law Firm’s Billing
Why billing is the backbone of a growing firm
Billing is more than administrative overhead. It’s a critical touchpoint in your client relationship and one of the primary drivers of your firm’s growth.
When billing is broken, the consequences ripple across the firm:
- Time worked never becomes time billed. Inefficient processes result in billable work
How to Spot Bottlenecks at Your Law Firm (and Unlock Capacity Without Hiring)
What “lockup” tells you about your bottlenecks
Before you dig into specific bottlenecks, it helps to understand the big-picture metric that shows how much your processes are costing you: lockup.
Lockup measures how many days’ worth of your annual revenue are tied up as unbilled work or unpaid invoices. In other words, how long it
Marketing ROI for Lawyers: Measure, Track and Improve Law Firm Marketing Performance
What is marketing ROI for law firms?
Marketing ROI is a measure of whether your marketing efforts are actually paying off. In other words, it tells you how much revenue you’re getting back for every dollar you spend on marketing. If you’re still shaping your overall law firm marketing strategy, it’s helpful to understand
AI for Legal Research: Tools, Tips, and Examples
What is AI for legal research?
AI for legal research applies technologies—like natural language processing (NLP), large language models (LLMs), and automation—to help lawyers quickly use plain-language queries to surface relevant case law, statutes, regulations, and commentary. These tools make it easier to find the information that matters without manually reviewing hundreds of legal documents.
How Much Legal Work Can You Automate? (And How to Do It Safely)
From generative to agentic in legal practice
AI has transformed what’s possible in legal work. Tools have evolved from simple database searches to drafting client documents, analyzing contracts, and more. Each advancement has created new efficiencies and opportunities. The shift to agentic AI, however, is a different kind of leap and turns AI into a
Emerging Legal Technology: How Clio Is Shaping the Future of Law
What is emerging legal technology—and why it matters now
Emerging legal technology refers to new tools (e.g., AI, automation, and legal analytics) that enhance how legal professionals manage, analyze, and deliver legal services. These technologies solve many of the challenges lawyers face today: time-consuming administrative work, rising client expectations, increasing competition, and growing pressure to
What to Do About Legal Clients Using AI
AI is already a go-to for client legal questions
According to data from the latest Legal Trends Report, 57% of consumers say they either have or would use AI to answer their legal questions.
There are many good reasons for the trend. For one, the technology is simple to use and it’s available
A Lawyer’s Guide to ESG Compliance: Risks, Duties, and Opportunities
What are ESG legal requirements?
ESG legal requirements establish legal standards across a variety of environmental, social, and governance issues. These requirements serve multiple purposes, (1) ensure investors have material information about ESG-related risks, (2) mandate transparency about supply chain practices, and (3) set performance standards in areas like data privacy and workplace safety.
- Environmental
How to Run a Conflict Check at a Law Firm
What is a conflict check at a law firm?
At its core, a conflict check helps ensure you don’t represent a client whose interests conflict with your own, or with those of a current or former client. While the concept sounds simple, the American Bar Association (ABA) Model Rules outline several detailed provisions that govern
Harvey AI Alternatives: Legal AI for Law Firms
The truth about Harvey AI: Impressive, but not built for every firm
Harvey AI helped spark the legal industry’s interest in generative AI. Built on OpenAI’s GPT technology and trained on legal data, it was developed to assist large organizations with drafting, contract analysis, and legal research. Its integrations through Microsoft Azure provide the scale
Lead Generation Strategies for Mass Tort Law Firms: How to Scale Client Intake Effectively
What is mass tort lead generation?
Unlike class actions, which bundle plaintiffs into a single lawsuit, mass torts require individual lawsuits for each claimant. That means firms need to identify and retain clients at scale, often across specific geographies, demographics, or medical histories.
Understanding mass tort lead generation
Mass tort lead generation focuses on identifying