Paul Riley
IT Director, Global litigation firm
“Turning Legal Data into Strategic Advantage”
What Are Data & Insights Systems?
Data and insights systems empower law firms to make informed, strategic decisions by transforming raw data into actionable intelligence. From billing metrics and case progress to firm-wide performance dashboards, these tools provide visibility, efficiency, and foresight.
As legal technology matures, firms that prioritise data strategy will unlock new levels of productivity, profitability, and client service.
Key System Categories
Here’s a breakdown of the core components legal IT leaders must consider when building a modern data strategy:
Reporting & BI Tools
Deliver actionable insights across legal, financial, and operational data. Capabilities include:
• Customisable dashboards and visual reports
• Real-time and historical trend tracking
• Integration with PMS, DMS, and finance tools
Popular Tools: Power BI, Tableau, Qlik Sense, Iridium BI
AI Readiness / Legal Tech Integrations
Prepare your firm to leverage emerging tech responsibly and effectively. These tools support:
• API connections across legal platforms
• Structured and unstructured data preparation for AI use
• Data ethics, governance, and usage monitoring
Popular Tools: Relativity AI, Lexis Create, proprietary GPT-based legal tools
Data Warehousing
Consolidate firm data into a central, query-ready environment. Key features:
• Unified data source for analysis and reporting
• Secure, scalable storage architecture
• Data cleaning, normalization, and governance workflows
Popular Tools: Snowflake, Microsoft Azure Synapse, Google BigQuery
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