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04/11/2025 - A Smarter Way to Review Contracts: An AI Implementation Story (Australia)

argument: Notizie/News - Legal Technology

Source: Lander & Rogers

Australian law firm Lander & Rogers published a case study detailing its successful implementation of an Artificial Intelligence-powered platform to streamline and enhance its contract review process. The firm identified that the manual review of large volumes of contracts was time-consuming, resource-intensive, and prone to human error. To address this challenge, they adopted an AI solution designed to automate the extraction of key data points, identify non-standard clauses, and assess contracts for compliance with predefined legal and commercial playbooks. The goal was to increase efficiency, improve accuracy, and allow their lawyers to focus on more strategic, high-value legal analysis.

The case study outlines the tangible results achieved through this technological integration. The AI platform significantly reduced the time required to conduct initial contract reviews, in some instances by over 50%, freeing up valuable lawyer time. The system's ability to systematically check for specific risks and deviations from standard terms led to a more consistent and thorough review process, minimizing the risk of oversight. The firm emphasizes that the successful adoption required more than just implementing software; it involved a collaborative effort between lawyers, technologists, and the client to configure the AI tool to their specific needs and to build trust in the technology's outputs. This example serves to illustrate the practical benefits of leveraging AI to modernize traditional legal operations.