The procurement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools is no longer just a technical demonstration (and it never should have been but this is another topic). In 2026, for legal departments, it’s a high-wire act that must balance technological agility, compliance with the AI Act, or event budgetary discipline (non-exhaustive list). To succeed, the project must align with professional software procurement standards. I. The Audit Phase: People, Process, Technology 1. People: Iden

It worked. Until it didn’t. When I first started using AI at work, it felt like I had discovered a cheat code. Drafts improved, summaries made sense, and I suddenly looked far more efficient than I probably was.Encouraged by early success, I kept adding more information. More documents. More detail. At some point, the AI stopped helping and started politely nodding while very clearly losing the plot. The day I gave it too much to read The breaking point came with a very famil

For the past few years, the legal world has marvelled at the contract-review speed of AI tools like Kira and Harvey AI. The truth however is that when it comes AI tools in law firms, deep integration and clear returns on investment are still lacking. With the initial hype now fading, 2026 will be the year the profession grapples with AI's true economic and structural consequences. According to the Economist article “ AI’s true impact will become apparent in the coming year”

Out of the tunnel vision Cambridge Dictionary defines “tunnel vision” as a “condition that makes someone see only things that are directly in front of them” . At least metaphorically, we all experience it in our life. At work, maybe the one project that has been going on for too long to allow alternatives; at home, maybe the phone you’ve been looking for everywhere (it was in your pocket). But in 2025 there is one thing that – by far – has tested our vision the most. I don’t

The legal landscape is changing quickly as the use of innovative digital technologies including AI becomes increasingly widespread and, crucially, expected by clients. However, law firms seeking to harness these emerging technologies must do so carefully and considerately because those that attempt to force technologies into their processes will almost certainly struggle to utilise it […]

By Sarah Murphy, General Manager of EMEA, Clio In just a few years, AI has rapidly evolved into an essential tool for the legal industry. Despite initial hesitation – and some lingering scepticism – the rapid rise of this technology is transforming how legal services are delivered. The latest Legal Trends Report, conducted by Clio, reveals the […]

The pressing need for AI regulation in Brazil Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming various sectors in Brazil, from healthcare to finance, bringing significant advancements. However, these advancements also present risks and ethical dilemmas, such as biases in algorithms, privacy concerns, and job displacement. Within this scenario, the reasons why there is urgent need for […]

AI use cases in the legal realm are starting to snowball – and that wasn’t necessarily a foregone conclusion just a few short years ago. Today, AI is moving into a growing number of tasks, both large and small. Ultimately, that’s good news for end users, who will be the beneficiaries of this development as […]