For many legal businesses, automation may feel like a harder-said-than-done proposition. Automating a large number of repetitive tasks that are based on rules is ideal. This lets attorneys concentrate more on client-facing work as well as strategic activities that generate revenues.

Legal practice automation offers a variety of benefits. It allows attorneys to concentrate on what they are trained to do, improves customer service and reduces the risk of human errors. However, what might not be as obvious is the cost savings which can also be achieved.

In a world where staffing overheads and other fees are a constant challenge Automating one process could be a way to avoid the need to hire additional legal team members. This could aid a small or solo firm stay competitive on the same budget as larger firms.

A good example is document automation. Instead of wasting time in meetings or emailing documents back and back, legal teams could create and store templates for regular documents such as NDAs employment documents or privacy compliance documentation. Once a template has been set up, staff can self-serve and create the document without the need for a lawyer be involved, which means quicker turnaround times for clients and less rework for legal teams.

Automating legal workflows can give legal professionals the tools needed to succeed and increase efficiency. If you’re not sure where to start, consider keeping a log of your daily tasks for a week and determine any tasks suitable to be automated. Look for tools to help you automate these tasks. Make them gradual so that they don’t disrupt your routine.

legal practice automatization