Artificial intelligence (AI) has become one of the most talked-about developments in the legal sector, promising to transform everything from client service to case management. Yet while headlines focus on the technology itself, the real differentiator for law firms will be the data they possess to power it.

Looking ahead to 2026, business and IT leaders in legal face a rapidly evolving technology landscape shaped by AI advancements, security challenges, and shifting governance priorities. Industry experts from iManage share their insights on the key trends set to redefine organisational strategies and operations in the coming year.

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For years, Legal Aid lawyers have been asked to do more with less: fewer resources, tighter margins, heavier caseloads.

The Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) confirmation of a compensation scheme for mis-sold car finance agreements marks one of the most significant market events the legal sector has faced in a decade.

Are electronic wills the future, or does going digital place some clients at greater risk of coercion and undue influence? Andy Hitchon, Head of LEAP Estates, examines the main risks linked to digital will writing and what private client practitioners can do to overcome them.

How to find a legal AI platform designed to support your law firm

The legal profession stands at a pivotal moment. In-house legal teams face unprecedented challenges: 79% of legal leaders report elevated risk concerns due to regulatory complexity, business uncertainty, and policy shifts.

It should come as no surprise that LinkedIn is the go-to social media platform for legal professionals. Despite the platform’s many changes since its launch in 2003, its core principle still stands today: LinkedIn is a networking site for working professionals.

Welcome back to The Legal Helm! In this episode, our host Bim Dave sets sail into the future of legal leadership with a guest who knows exactly how to navigate it – Sarah Clark, Chief Revenue Officer at The Legal Director.

Join our upcoming webinar “Mastering eBundles: Next-Level Bundling for Law Firms” and discover just how simple it is to create and securely deliver court-compliant e-bundles with Bundledocs.

AI is unavoidable right now; the topic is everywhere with businesses across all sectors trying to figure out how best they can use this exciting new technology. For law firms, the potential is enormous, but so are the challenges.

For the past three years, I have had the privilege of gathering insights from some of the most respected KM thought leaders and legal experts. Their perspectives reveal a clear and powerful trajectory.