Published on: February 07, 2020
The global legal software market is significant and is expected to witness steady growth, driven by increasing demand for AI-powered solutions and automation in legal operations. Its size is influenced by factors such as technological advancements and investment in legal tech startups. Software platform types include eDiscovery software, contract management software, research management software, and more. They are primarily used by law firms and corporate legal departments for applications such as case handling, compliance infrastructure, and contract automation.
Trends in the legal software market include the adoption of AI technology, NLP, and neural networks to automate legal processes such as contract review and management, eDiscovery, and case prediction. Compliance with regulations such as HIPAA and GDPR drives demand for software solutions that ensure data protection and regulatory compliance. Additionally, the emergence of ALSPs and legal tech startups contributes to market innovation and scale-up growth.
Key drivers of the legal software market include the need for automation and efficiency in legal operations, such as contract management, due diligence, and legal analytics. The increasing complexity of legal processes and the volume of legal documents drive demand for AI-powered solutions that streamline documentation, case handling, and legal spending management. The transition to virtual court hearings and electronic database management accelerates the adoption of legal software solutions.
Challenges facing the legal software market include data security concerns, operational costs, and the complexity of ESI and eDiscovery processes. It is essential to ensure compliance with regulations and judiciary processes while maintaining data integrity and security. Additionally, addressing the diverse needs of small and medium-sized firms versus large firms and adapting to evolving AI and NLP technologies require ongoing innovation and investment.
Technavio’s analysts have elaborately explained the regional trends and drivers that shape the market. North America is a leading region for the global legal software market, with a number of growth opportunities for market vendors. The emergence of legal process outsourcing will significantly influence market growth in this region. The US is the key market for legal software in the region.
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