Data Readiness: A Defining Capability for Law Firms in 2026 – Katchr

As we enter 2026, the ability of law firms to adapt quickly is becoming a defining capability rather than solely a competitive advantage. New technology, evolving client expectations and increasing operational complexity are now constants. What differentiates firms is not whether change arrives, but how easily they absorb it. At the centre of this sits data readiness.

The true cost of in-house software development for law firms – SOS Legal

For successful law firms, technology has become inseparable from practice. Case management, compliance, billing, and client collaboration all depend on digital platforms. Faced with this reality, some firms consider developing their own software in-house.

NetDocuments Completes Acquisition of eDOCS

NetDocuments, the cloud-native, AI-enabled legal document management platform, today announced the completion of its acquisition of eDOCS from OpenText.

NetDocuments highlights six key legal tech trends for ‘year of change’

NetDocuments, the #1 trusted cloud platform where legal professionals do their best work, has published its 2026 Legal Tech Trends report. Informed by legal professionals, technology partners including Microsoft and Thomson Reuters, plus NetDocuments’ own experts, the report identifies six key trends for the year ahead.

How law firms can thrive through market turbulence – LexisNexis

Mid-sized law firms face rising cost pressure, shifting client expectations and rapid technological change. This article outlines a practical law firm growth strategy that helps leaders maintain stability while preparing their practices for future opportunity.

Is your firm’s policy management creating compliance risks you can’t afford to ignore? – Access Legal

How many of your staff actually read that updated AML policy you distributed last month? And how would you prove it to the SRA if asked?

The Future of Legal Tech: Insights from Simon Hill, Xperate

Consortium – more than marketing recently invited Simon Hill, CEO and Co-Founder of Xperate, onto the more than marketing podcast to discuss how legal tech is evolving and what law firms should be preparing for over the next decade.

Building long-term value in transactional relationships – LexisNexis

Medium-sized law firms are increasingly turning one-off instructions into enduring partnerships. This article explores practical retention strategies for customers and shows how firms can build trust, improve engagement, and encourage customer loyalty in a competitive market.

How to get the most out of the AML Independent Audit – Access Legal

An AML Independent Audit isn’t just a regulatory requirement under Regulation 21 — it’s a strategic opportunity. When done well, it can strengthen your firm’s compliance framework, uncover gaps, and even support future growth plans. Treating it as more than a tick-box exercise can deliver real business value.

Building a culture that embraces, not fears, uncertainty – LexisNexis

A resilient and adaptive culture is now essential for mid-sized law firms. This article explores how leaders can turn uncertainty into an advantage, strengthening collaboration, resilience and, ultimately, how to build trust with customers in a shifting market.