Bellwether 2026: Lean, focused, profitable – LexisNexis

The growth equation: uncovering what success looks like inside small and mid-sized firms. The Bellwether 2026 report returns with an in-depth look at how small and medium-sized firms are adapting to a market shaped by technology, competition and changing client expectations. The report reveals that while small and mid-sized law firms remain highly confident in […]

AI and the redesign of legal work – LexisNexis

Most lawyers now use AI for legal work, but they are drawing a clear line between high-risk and low-risk applications. For client-facing, high-liability tasks such as legal research and formal drafting, specialist legal AI platforms are the preferred choice, according to a January 2026 survey of 848 UK legal professionals. When professional accountability is on […]

Five ways law firms are turning legal AI into real ROI | LexisNexis

Legal AI has moved beyond experimentation. The conversation is no longer about whether to adopt it, but how to turn it into measurable commercial value.

Why AI capability is key to retaining top lawyers – LexisNexis

AI-driven changes in the legal sector now affect both the work being delivered, as well as the career paths of modern legal professionals. This impact of AI on career trajectory is one of the clearest messages in our latest report, AI and the redesign of legal work. Based on our data, a new question has come to light: How can organisations prioritise talent retention while implementing AI responsibly? 

Small law firms need simple AI rules and a clear workflow to stay in control – LexisNexis

AI adoption is rising quickly across the legal profession, but structure is not keeping pace. The report highlights that informal, anything-goes AI use leads to inconsistent standards, unclear accountability and avoidable risk.

AI literacy is the new standard. Are you meeting it? – LexisNexis

Do you understand the tool you’re using? In a High Court case in 2025, 18 of 45 submitted case citations turned out not to exist. The AI had invented them, and nobody had checked. The claimant’s solicitor said she hadn’t read the cases herself; she’d relied on AI to do it for her. This isn’t just a high-profile one-off situation, this is a strong example of what happens when AI output enters the workflow without a verification step.

LexisNexis | Can your firm explain how it uses AI?

Not long ago, the question shaping conversations about AI in law firms came from leadership: should we be using AI at all? As adoption has accelerated across the profession, that question has largely been answered, (yes). Today, a different one is shaping how firms approach AI.

Shaping access to justice in the age of AI – LexisNexis

Access to justice has never stood still. Throughout history, the way legal support is delivered has evolved alongside social change, professional practice and technological development.

Why transparency in promotions matters more than ever | LexisNexis

Transparent promotion practices are no longer just an internal HR concern for law firms. They now play a direct role in reputation, visibility and trust, shaping how firms are perceived by talent, clients and the wider market.

Why cross-selling still fails and how to fix it | LexisNexis

Cross-selling should be one of the most dependable ways for mid-sized law firms to increase customer retention, strengthen loyalty and grow revenue from existing clients. Yet in practice, many firms continue to struggle. This article explores why cross-selling still fails in mid-sized firms and outlines practical, leadership-led steps to fix it.