How to ensure smart legal management using Legal Operations?

Nowadays, “leave behind” traditional law has become an urgent need in the face of innovations that are transforming the sector.Legal Operations, a concept on the rise, is one of the responses to the evolution of the legal market, driven by technology that impacts society as a whole. 

Rafael Goulart, chief technology officer at Aurum, a technology company that has pioneered the creation of solutions for independent lawyers, offices of all sizes and legal departments, this model seeks to consolidate all flows of activities essential to the operation of an office or legal department, allowing the professional to focus exclusively on legal issues. “Subject to the coordination of a Chief Legal Operations Officer (CLOO), the approach aims to optimize the efficiency and quality of legal services, positioning the department as a strategic partner in the” organization, he adds.

Today, legaltech stands out as one of the pioneers in the Brazilian market by leading the implementation of Legal Ops, with two innovative solutions in the portfolio: while the Astrea it is ideal for independent lawyers and small and medium offices, promoting agile management and efficient communication, the Themis it has already won the trust of large newsstands and legal departments, offering powerful automation that transforms judicial operations. “These tools not only optimize processes, but also help law professionals adapt to the new requirements of the sector, redefining the future of law practice in Brazil”, explains the executive.

For Goulart, this implementation is a competitive differential for offices that seek to stand out in the market and, with the appropriate strategies, the automation of repetitive tasks and data analysis become great allies in the search for assertive results in a practical way. “O Legal Ops represents an investment in the future, since a scenario is being built in which the legal area is more agile and efficient. Artificial intelligence is transforming our environment and professionals who embrace these changes will be at the forefront of the” innovation, he points out.

The essential integration between legal operations and technology

According to Danielle Serafino, partner at Opice Blum Advogados, specialized in Digital Law, the introduction of Legal Ops within an office goes beyond the simple adoption of technology; it is about integrating strategic operations with innovative tools to optimize processes and services.

“The construction of the journey must be based on innovation. Simple tools, such as Excel spreadsheets, can extract data, but do not offer a strategic vision of what is really happening in the” operation, says the executive.In her office, all processes are unified in the wake of Legal Ops, resulting in a more effective management and aligned with the needs of the market.

For the lawyer, another crucial aspect is the choice of technological partners with a solid trajectory.“Searching institutions with a reliable track record and a diversified portfolio is fundamental.In addition, the customization and adaptation of the tools to the specific needs of each office are equally important”, he adds.