Legalweek 2025 made one thing clear: law firms are under pressure like never before. AI is here. Data is exploding. Compliance is tightening. And costs? They’re ballooning.

The Struggles Are Real:

  • AI Without Guardrails: ChatGPT citations, biased tools, ethical risks—without governance, AI can do more harm than good
  • Too Much Data, Not Enough Control: Firms are hoarding data out of fear, but that creates risk—security, cost, and compliance
  • Litigation Costs Keep Climbing: Experts, document review, tech sprawl—it all adds up fast without a smarter strategy
  • Global Compliance is a Maze: EU AI Act. CCPA. PIPL. The list keeps growing—and legal teams are falling behind.

What Law Firms Need Now:

  • AI strategies with ethics baked in
  • Defensible data deletion plans
  • Cross-border compliance clarity
  • Cost control through smarter workflows

At Seratos Consulting, we help legal teams turn complexity into competitive advantage. We bring strategy, structure, and real-world execution—so firms don’t just adopt tech, they own the transformation.

Ready to future-proof your firm? Let’s chat!

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With the legal tech landscape constantly shifting, one truth remains constant: change is inevitable.

As law firms navigate the complexities of digital transformation, geo-political shifts, and evolving client expectations, the ability to adapt quickly has become both a competitive advantage and a necessity.

But how do successful firms manage this constant state of flux, whilst maintaining operational excellence?

The Fear Factor in Transformation

Change can be anxiety-inducing, particularly in an industry built on precedent and tradition. This anxiety primarily stems from the unknown. When legal professionals lack clarity about how changes will affect their workflows, productivity, and client service capabilities, resistance naturally follows.

What’s the antidote to this resistance you ask? Education…

Education: The Foundation of Successful Change Management

For over 35 years, we at Intellek, have observed a clear pattern among law firms that successfully navigate technological and operational shifts: they prioritize comprehensive training programs that prepare their people for change before it happens. Taking a proactive approach to change, not reactive.

The most successful change initiatives in legal environments share a common first step: ensuring everyone understands not just what is changing, but why it matters and how it will benefit them.

Simply put, you cannot lead change if you don’t know where you’re going.

The Measurable Impact of Learning Technology in Legal

The data tells a compelling story about how learning management systems are transforming legal education:

  • Firms implementing comprehensive learning platforms see an average 264% increase in learning material usage, indicating stronger engagement with training resources
  • Well-trained staff contribute significantly to firm-efficiency and profitability
  • Organizations prioritizing education experience substantial financial benefits, with $29,400 average savings in employee turnover costs

Building a Culture of Continuous Learning

Leading law firms are shifting away from the traditional view of training of classroom based activities, for three-hours during onboarding, toward establishing ecosystems of continuous learning. This approach recognizes that adaptation isn’t a destination but a journey.

Utilizing Intellek helps firms to address several critical challenges:

  1. New Hire Onboarding: Establishing consistent knowledge foundations for all staff
  2. Technology Capability: Ensuring proficiency within essential legal tech tools
  3. Continued Education: Supporting ongoing professional development
  4. Performance Measurement: Providing analytics to identify knowledge gaps
  5. Digital Adoption: Accelerating the implementation of new technologies

The Integrated Approach to Legal Learning

Intellek’s learning solutions go beyond conventional training methods by integrating multiple components:

  • Intellek LMS: Centralizing all learning activities with in-depth tracking & reporting
  • Intellek Learn: Providing access to over 1,400 courses used by law firms
  • Intellek Create: Enabling the development of tech-specific training
  • Intellek deliver: Delivering guidance within workflows and applications

This comprehensive approach creates a learning environment specifically designed to make change management more accessible and effective.

Education Within Workflow

Perhaps the most significant evolution in legal training is the shift toward delivering education within existing workflows. Rather than requiring professionals to step away from their work to learn, Intellek integrate learning moments directly into daily tasks.

This contextual learning approach dramatically reduces disruption while increasing retention and application of new knowledge.

Looking Forward

As the legal sector continues to evolve, the firms that thrive will be those that embrace a proactive approach to change, supported by robust training frameworks that prepare their people for what’s next.

The question is no longer whether your firm will face significant change, but rather: How prepared will your people be when it arrives?

What strategies has your firm implemented to support continuous learning and change management? I’d love to hear your experiences in the comments below.

Daryl is Head of Business Development & Innovation at Intellek, helping legal organizations navigate technological change through comprehensive learning solutions. Intellek has been supporting the legal sector for 35 years, globally.

Originally published: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/leading-change-how-training-powers-transformation-daryl-fitzpatrick-a0l3e/

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Discover how Belt’s AI-native Work Management software restores visibility and control for managing hybrid work without sacrificing flexibility.

In two preceding articles [1], set out how hybrid and dispersed working have eroded the capacity of managers to manage and explained why firms need better remedies than continually checking-in or traditional project management software. In this concluding piece, I explain how a new Work Management application from Belt, can give firms back the visibility and control that are the keys to effective people management and simultaneously allow lawyers to keep the flexibility of WFH.

They say you can’t manage what you can’t measure. In a hybrid world, we can add: “You can’t manage what you can’t see.” Hybrid, remote, and dispersed working have become established and yet we’ve also established that they create a core business problem. Managers are detached from their teams, they can no longer see what’s going on. The result is that managers are driven to overmanage with too many meetings, too much communication and too much reliance on work management systems that were never designed to fill this particular role.

In the preceding article [2], I introduced an alternative way forward, which harnesses the power of AI-native software to give managers clear, real-time insights into the activities of remote workers. The idea is that by restoring visibility and control, those who want to work remotely still can, while at the same time their bosses can see and understand the work they’re doing and manage people and teams appropriately and effectively once more.

Read the full article here.

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LegalWeek 2025

Join Intellek at Legalweek 2025 and discover how cutting-edge training technology transforms your performance and compliance.

  • Interactive Showcase – See our cloud-based learning solutions in action
  • Compliance Training – Elevate your firm’s professional development
  • Exclusive Offer – Visit Booth #1509 for special conference offers and giveaways

Level up your LegalTech game with a whole free month of access to Intellek SkillsHub!

Smart learning, powerful results. Intellek delivers comprehensive digital training solutions that empower legal professionals with adaptive learning technologies and comprehensive content libraries.

Swing by Booth #1509 to explore how Intellek can revolutionize your firm’s learning and development strategy.

Looking forward to meeting you at Legalweek 2025!

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Overcoming The Problems With Hybrid Working And Getting The Best Of Both Worlds

In my previous article [1], I noted that hybrid working is here to stay, even though it severely disrupts traditional in-person people management and firms haven’t yet found a satisfactory way to overcome this. In this follow-up piece, I outline the thinking behind a new ‘best of both worlds’ solution that keeps the benefits of hybrid while helping firms negate the disadvantages.  

In the first article in this series I proposed that the trouble with hybrid working is that leadership and supervision can’t be done effectively when people work remotely.  What I call ‘two-minute management’ is missing in action, so managers struggle to manage. This can lead to serious long-term consequences for the firm.

These can include chronic performance and commitment issues and flagging productivity, or its opposite, which is burnout. Without traditional levels of people visibility, managers are managing blind. Hence, firm leaders are trying to cajole partners and associates back into the office full time, while they’re simultaneously wary of upsetting lawyers who’re productive at home, and of being so heavy-handed with calls back to the office that talent leaves.

Read the full article here.

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Why law firms struggle with hybrid work and how evolving management practices can bridge the gap between firm leaders and remote employees.

In 2020, law firms scrambled to enable remote working during Covid-19. Five years on and firm leaders’ would rather have staff back in the office full-time, but by and large junior partners and associates don’t want to be there. This is a problem for firms, but not one caused by remote working per se, but that the issues really stem from firms not knowing how to manage remote working well.

It seems that the legal sector is currently struggling with the fact that leadership teams want people back in the office full time; but equally they know that trying to wean people off hybrid can cause lots of friction. They’re not alone.

The other morning, I read yet another piece of research underscoring the irrevocable nature of the shift to hybrid. According to Randstad’s 2025 global review of 26,000 workers, flexibility and work-life balance are – for the first time – more important to employees than salary.[1] Also in January 2025, a Pew Research Center survey showed that nearly half of workers would consider changing jobs if required to return to the office full time.[2]

Read the full article here.

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Access2Justice proudly marked its official debut at Legalweek 2025 in New York City, making a strong entrance into the rapidly evolving legal technology industry. Driven by a mission to empower law firms and attorneys, Access2Justice introduced a suite of innovative products designed specifically to streamline operations, elevate client service, and significantly enhance law firms’ profitability.

Transforming the Legal Landscape

Founded by visionary entrepreneur Mitra Hooman, Access2Justice addresses a common challenge within the legal sector: leveraging technology effectively to facilitate growth rather than treating it as an operational cost. “Technological advancements are transforming how law firms operate,” explained Hooman, “yet many attorneys still view technology as an expense rather than a growth enabler. At Access2Justice, our goal is to bridge this crucial gap by providing secure, affordable, and actionable solutions that empower firms to adapt, grow, and thrive.”

Comprehensive Solutions for Modern Law Firms

At Legalweek 2025, Access2Justice showcased its impressive range of next-generation legal tech solutions, including:

  • BriefCase: A comprehensive legal case management platform designed to simplify and enhance case handling from inception to resolution. BriefCase integrates key performance indicators (KPIs) and real-time client engagement, making it easier than ever to track progress and outcomes.
  • ClearIntake: A sophisticated marketing and client intake platform that automates campaign management, ROI tracking, and lead scoring. ClearIntake helps firms optimize their client acquisition strategies with minimal effort and maximum efficiency.
  • Leigence: A powerful document generation and management tool built for accuracy, speed, and efficiency. Leigence ensures precision in legal documentation, dramatically reducing the administrative burden on legal professionals.
  • BillAble: A complete time and task tracking solution designed specifically to simplify and accelerate billing processes, ultimately improving the accuracy and efficiency of law firm finances.
  • C-Through: A collaborative communication platform created to boost transparency and engagement between clients, attorneys, and co-counsel. C-Through makes it effortless to share essential documents, messages, and updates seamlessly.

Each tool addresses specific operational pain points within law firms, significantly reducing manual processes, enabling better decision-making, and elevating overall client satisfaction.

A Strategic Partner for Law Firms and Partners

Access2Justice goes beyond merely providing technology solutions—it positions itself as a strategic partner, dedicated to helping law firms not only embrace but excel through technological innovation. By leveraging actionable data, automated workflows, and intelligent analytics, Access2Justice allows firms to stay competitive in an industry experiencing rapid change.

See It in Action

Access2Justice is demoing its solutions at Booth #3007 in the Americas Hall 2 at the New York Hilton for Legalweek attendees. This hands-on experience will allow partners, paralegals, marketing, finance, and office staff to witness how these cutting-edge tools can revolutionize their practice.

Looking Ahead

As the legal industry continues its technological transformation, Access2Justice is committed to staying at the forefront, providing law firms with the tools they need to win, improve client experiences, and achieve remarkable growth.

For more details on Access2Justice and its groundbreaking solutions, visit www.access2justice.com.

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Winnow’s Innovative Compliance Platform Now Available to Law Firms

The Company Aims to Help Legal Professionals Embrace a Proactive Compliance Approach

Winnow, a leader in regulatory compliance technology, announced today that its dynamic automated compliance product is now available to law firms. Previously accessible to other industries, their powerful compliance platform will now meet the demanding needs of legal professionals, helping them efficiently manage regulatory changes, reduce compliance risks, and increase focus on driving revenue.

Winnow enables customers to build highly tailored state and federal compliance surveys unique to their business type, licensing, financial products, and jurisdictions. It covers a broad range of laws and regulations applicable to the lifecycle of mortgages, auto financing, banking, credit cards, consumer financing, and commercial lending. Winnow monitors for changes and notifies the customer in advance of the regulation taking effect.

“Expanding our award-winning compliance technology to law firms represents a significant milestone,” said Chris Hilliard, CEO of Winnow. “We’ve always envisioned bringing our compliance solution to law firms, and it was simply a matter of finding the right moment. We firmly believe this move will allow legal professionals to reduce risk, save time, and focus more strategically on client outcomes.”

Winnow was initially incubated within the Buckley law firm, which combined with Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe in early 2023. Over 140 attorneys have invested tens of thousands of hours into curating Winnow’s over 80,000 individual state and federal requirements. Until now, Winnow has been available solely to banks, credit unions, and non-bank customers such as fintech lenders.

The company announced its recent expansion at Legalweek in New York, where over 6,000 attendees are expected to converge at the “leading conference for the legal technology industry.” Winnow is also nominated twice at the Legalweek Awards in the “Best Emerging Technology (Non-AI)” and “New Law Company of the Year” categories for technology providers.

Winnow offers flexible subscription plans or the ability to pay per survey. Law firms interested in experiencing Winnow firsthand can request a free trial at www.winnow.law/lawfirms.

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About Winnow:

Winnow Solutions, LLC is the developer of Winnow ®, a database-driven RegTech platform that provides subscribers with accurate topic-driven surveys and automated compliance change management. Winnow catalogs over 80,000 individual state and federal law requirements maintained by an experienced team of attorneys and professionals. Winnow delivers compliance solutions for mortgage, auto financing, credit cards, banking, privacy, cybersecurity, and more. Its recent Winnow AI addition provides lightning-fast answers to basic legal questions that leverage the attorney-reviewed content already in Winnow.

In 2024, Winnow was awarded Best RegTech Solution at the Finovate Awards and won in the Regulatory, Governance, and Compliance Technology category at the Legalweek Leaders in Tech Law Awards. HousingWire named Winnow to its HousingWire Tech100 Mortgage list.

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Matter management has evolved beyond simple document tracking—it’s now a strategic necessity.

In today’s high-stakes legal environment, legal teams are expected to juggle compliance, collaboration, deadlines, and data—all while remaining agile and audit-ready. The need for an intelligent, centralized, and secure matter management solution is more urgent than ever.

In our latest blog, we break down:

  • What modern matter management really means
  • Why traditional tools fall short in today’s regulatory climate
  • How centralized systems can drive agility across departments
  • The critical role of compliance, audit trails, and data governance
  • What to look for in a future-ready matter management solution
  • How AI is beginning to shape smarter workflows and reviews

From cross-functional legal coordination to managing external counsel and streamlining communication, this article explores how your organization can elevate its matter management strategy for better control, reduced risk, and faster execution.

Whether you are in legal operations, compliance, or litigation support, this guide will help you build a scalable, auditable, and proactive approach to managing legal matters.

Read the full blog here:
https://www.knovos.com/blog/mastering-matter-management-strategy-for-agility-and-compliance/

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