Digital journeys

Welcome to LPM November!

The legal sector is experiencing an on-going transformation wave — exacerbated by the boom of legal tech, and AI in particular, reshaping the way law firms do business. Given the turbulent economic backdrop, increased competition in the market, a potential change in pricing models, and pressure to deliver more value to clients and remain profitable, are SME law firms embarking on digital transformation projects to enable them to deal with all the market challenges and build a foundation for long-term success?

In this issue, we explore how firms’ attitudes to digital transformation have changed, and what are the key drivers and challenges paving their paths to digital innovation.

In this edition:

• Law firm leaders from Goughs Solicitors, Dutton Gregory, Bloomsbury Square Employment Law and MSB Solicitors highlight what factors are influencing the direction of travel for firm-wide digital transformation projects, and how they are tackling the challenges emerging on this journey
• Pepperells Solicitors CEO Ben Pepperell talks about the intricacies behind the recent acquisition of Elmhurst Parker, and how this is a step towards a more connected, responsive and transparent service.

Plus:

• Doug Hargrove, legal senior vice president at OneAdvanced, shines a spotlight on the importance of selecting the right technology tools for your business needs, and of having a solid and transparent relationship with your tech partner.
• Alisa Gray, director of learning at BARBRI, explains why targeted training is essential to ensure your firm is on the right path with genAI
• Iomart outlines how it supported a leading UK-based legal services provider fully revamp its IT stack to match its new performance and security requirements, and enable the firm to continue its growth journey
• SOS Legal highlights why the the legal sector’s next evolution isn’t only about smarter systems, it’s about healthier people
• TA Triumph-Adler explains how a tiered toner billing model works, why it matters to legal practices and how it fits into a broader approach for cost control and operational efficiency

• Bundledocs outlines how firms can present themselves with confidence, win the trust of judges, and strengthen the relationships with your clients by adopting smarter document bundling