Innovatech Awards

One undeniable fact about the
21st century is the prevalence of
technology intertwined in our daily
lives. Technology has infiltrated all
aspects of our lives, that’s obvious
when you think about it, however, one
area that it’s maybe less obvious is
the legal industry. Oftentimes when
we think of the legal profession it’s
lawmakers, solicitors, and courts.
But it’s so much more than that from
electronic signatures to legal analytics
and virtual law firms; Legal technology
is in fact a thriving industry.
Here is, our list noticeable trends in the legal tech space.
Electronic Filing and Serving
Several courts across the United States
and Europe now allow parties to download
forms, enter info, and submit them via an
online portal. Similarly, you can serve court
papers via email and other messaging
platforms.
Teleconferencing
This is perhaps one of the biggest wins
in the legal tech space. Before now, all
parties, including witnesses and lawyers,
had to be together physically. However,
with teleconferencing applications, these
meetings are now held via a teleconference
regardless of respective geographical
locations.
Legal
Technology
Trends
Legal technology refers to computer
applications and software that simplify
access to and render legal services.
These vary from DIY apps that help
you draw up simple contracts to more
complex ones that enable electronic
filing of court papers and trial
teleconferencing.
While legal technology has been around
for a while, 2020’s covid lockdown
saw an acceleration in the adoption of
legal technology. Court hearings, legal
consultations, and client meetings
occurred online, with many law firms
realizing the importance of an online
presence.
Legal Research Tools
Many traditional ideas of law revolve
around voluminous books and documents.
This is changing as law reports, journals,
and vital documents are now online and
easily accessible. Leading to a reduction in
the time spent scouring through books or
physical journals. Lawyers can now, with a
few clicks, log onto websites to view cases,
developments, and legislations on specific
areas of law.
Outsourcing Network
A decade ago, you probably had to visit a
law office to get legal advice. Nowadays,
several online platforms allow you to get
legal advice or hire a legal practitioner to
handle your case. With the added caveat of
online reviews, you can make sure you’re
getting the right professional for your
needs.
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