Voting Is Now Open! Pick the 15 Finalists to Compete At Startup Alley at ABA TECHSHOW 2025 in April

With
this
post,
voting
is
now
officially
open!
Help
pick
the
15
legal
tech
startups
that
will
get
to
compete
at
the
ninth-annual
Startup
Alley
at ABA
TECHSHOW,
April
2-5, 2025.
Your
votes
determine
the
15
companies
selected
to
face
off
in
a
live
pitch
competition
that
will
be
the
opening-night
event
of
this
year’s
TECHSHOW,
which
is
March
2025,
in
Chicago.
They
also
get
to
exhibit
in
a
special
Startup
Alley
portion
of
the
exhibit
hall.

Below
are
summaries
of
the
semifinalists,
who
have
been
selected
by
a
panel
of
judges
from
all
applications
submitted.
Please
review
them.
Once
you
have
done
so,
you
can FIND
THE
BALLOT
HERE.

DEADLINE
FOR
VOTING
IS
FRIDAY,
FEB.
7,
AT
11:45
P.M.
ET.

Note:
You
will
be
able
to
cast
your
ballot
just
once,
and
on
each
ballot,
you
will
be
limited
to
five
votes.
As
you
will
see
from
the
ballot,
you
may
vote
for
your
top-five
different
favorites
or
five
times
for
any
one
favorite,
or
any
other
mix
of
five
votes.

The
summaries
listed
below
are
based
on
information
provided
by
the
startups
in
their
applications.
In
some
cases
as
noted,
startups
have
not
provided
information
or
have
asked
that
information
be
kept
confidential.
Most
of
the
startups
have
also
provided
a
link
to
a
demo
video.

Please cast
your
votes
here —
and
remember
that
the
deadline
is
Feb.
7.

The
companies
listed
below,
in
alphabetical
order,
are:

• AllRize
• Belt
• Bot
  Mediation
• Canotera
• Case
  Crafter
• Clarra
• Claudio
• Counsel
  Vault
• Descrybe.ai
• Dyspute.ai
• Element
  Standard
• Lawft
• LegalScout
• Legau
• Legion
  AI
  Associate
• Lexopulus
• LexPipe
• Lista.io
• Midpage
• Moxx
• NearBy
• Oraql
• Quench
• Querious
• Thurgood
• TimeSentry.ai

---

Company.
Rizeware
Solutions

Elevator
Pitch.
AllRize
is
a
complete
solution
for
law
firms
seeking
to
streamline
operations,
enhance
efficiency,
and
get
more
business.
A
complete
practice
management
solution
built
on
Microsoft
Dynamics
365,
AllRize
offers
a
seamless
integration
of
CRM,
marketing,
matter
management,
accounting,
and
more.
AllRize
is
a
SaaS
solution
powered
by
Microsoft’s
Copilot
AI
technology,
enabling
firms
to
support
local
and
remote
users,
automate
tasks,
accelerate
productivity,
and
deliver
a
better
customer
experience.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? There
are
five
distinct
capabilities
that,
together,
separate
AllRize
from
other
law
practice
software
products
on
the
market.

1. Complete
   Practice
   Management.
   Too
   many
   law
   firms
   rely
   on
   a
   disparate
   set
   of
   software
   tools
   that
   are
   often
   outdated
   and
   rarely
   work
   well
   together.
   This
   results
   in
   wasted
   time
   and
   operational
   inefficiencies
   that
   can
   negatively
   impact
   firms
   in
   many
   ways.
   In
   contrast,
   AllRize
   is
   a
   comprehensive
   Law
   Practice
   Management
   solution
   that
   seamlessly
   integrates
   multiple
   functions
   –
   such
   as
   marketing,
   client
   intake,
   matter
   management,
   accounting,
   and
   much
   more
   –
   into
   one
   seamlessly
   integrated
   software
   solution.
   This
   unmatched
   functional
   integration
   helps
   streamline
   workflows,
   enhance
   team
   collaboration,
   improve
   firm
   productivity,
   and
   deliver
   a
   superior
   client
   experience.
   And
   rest
   assured,
   new
   capabilities
   will
   continually
   be
   added
   to
   AllRize
   based
   on
   the
   needs
   of
   our
   customers.
2. Modular
   Platform
   Architecture.
   The
   AllRize
   engineering
   team
   spent
   nearly
   10
   man-years
   building
   an
   innovative
   software
   solution
   based
   on
   a
   highly
   scalable,
   open
   platform
   architecture.
   This
   architecture
   provides
   a
   foundation
   that
   supports
   multiple
   software
   modules
   and
   delivers
   superior
   AI
   intelligence
   and
   automation
   to
   each
   software
   module.
   The
   result
   is
   a
   software
   solution
   that
   provides
   unmatched
   flexibility
   to
   customers,
   enabling
   them
   to
   configure
   the
   solution
   with
   exactly
   the
   capabilities
   they
   require,
   then
   add
   more
   functionality
   whenever
   it’s
   needed.
   The
   platform
   also
   includes
   out-of-the-box
   integrations
   that
   enable
   law
   firms
   to
   leverage
   their
   existing
   software
   tools
   as
   needed.
3. SaaS-Based
   Software
   Offering.
   AllRize
   was
   designed
   as
   a
   cloud-native
   application,
   hosted
   on
   Microsoft
   Azure,
   and
   delivered
   over
   the
   Internet
   as
   a
   subscription-based
   software
   service.
   This
   delivery
   model
   eliminates
   the
   need
   for
   costly
   servers
   that
   can
   clutter
   law
   firm
   offices
   and
   create
   security
   vulnerabilities.
   And
   software
   updates
   happen
   automatically
   and
   continuously,
   without
   any
   need
   for
   legal
   staff
   to
   be
   involved.
   Lastly,
   it
   also
   enables
   secure
   access
   to
   AllRize
   by
   local
   and
   remote
   users
   –
   anywhere,
   anytime,
   which
   means
   that
   law
   firms
   can
   hire
   the
   best
   talent,
   regardless
   of
   where
   they
   are
   located.
4. Microsoft
   Dynamics
   Integration.
   More
   law
   firms
   build
   their
   digital
   foundation
   on
   Microsoft
   technology
   than
   any
   other
   vendor.
   For
   that
   reason,
   AllRize
   became
   a
   Microsoft
   partner
   and
   developed
   a
   platform
   that
   is
   deeply
   integrated
   with
   Microsoft
   Dynamics
   365
   technology.
   Why
   is
   that
   important?
   Microsoft
   invests
   nearly
   $30B
   annually
   in
   R&D
   for
   its
   vast
   suite
   of
   software
   solutions,
   including
   Microsoft
   Dynamics.
   These
   ongoing
   investments
   result
   in
   a
   steady
   stream
   of
   new
   technological
   innovations,
   many
   of
   which
   are
   continuously
   added
   to
   Dynamics.
   As
   a
   result,
   these
   new
   Microsoft
   innovations
   are
   automatically
   made
   available
   to
   every
   AllRize
   customer
   because,
   again,
   the
   platform
   is
   literally
   integrated
   with
   Microsoft
   Dynamics.
5. AllRize
   Engineering
   Expertise.
   Lastly,
   our
   software
   engineering
   team
   continuously
   leverages
   and
   adapts
   Microsoft
   technologies
   (including
   the
   market-leading
   Copilot
   AI
   engine)
   to
   develop
   new
   AllRize
   features
   and
   functions
   specifically
   optimized
   for
   the
   legal
   market.
   This
   combination
   of
   Microsoft
   R&D
   and
   AllRize
   expertise
   in
   legal
   workflows
   and
   processes
   is
   unmatched
   in
   the
   legal
   tech
   market.
   And
   it
   allows
   us
   to
   achieve
   our
   goal:
   to
   empower
   every
   legal
   team
   with
   the
   automation
   and
   intelligence
   required
   to
   improve
   their
   operational
   efficiency
   and
   accelerate
   the
   growth
   of
   their
   business.

The
final
verdict
is
this:
AllRize
is
the
most
complete,
most
intelligent,
and
most
flexible
Law
Practice
Management
solution
available.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve? It
empowers
law
firms
to
automate
time-consuming
tasks,
improve
team
collaboration,
accelerate
staff
productivity,
regain
access
to
more
billable
hours,
and
deliver
a
more
positive
client
experience.
Because
AllRize
is
seamlessly
integrated
with
Microsoft
Dynamics,
it
also
accelerates
the
learning
curve
and
time
to
value
because
most
law
offices
already
rely
on
Microsoft
productivity
tools.
Also,
AllRize
contains
integrated
marketing
capabilities
that
enable
law
firms
to
easily
plan
and
execute
marketing
campaigns
that
help
attract
new
clients
and
increase
revenue
growth.

Who
are
your
competitors? There
are
multiple
software
vendors
delivering
law
practice
management
software,
but
AllRize
is
the
only
solution
seamlessly
integrated
with
Microsoft
Dynamics.

Demo
Video.
Not
available
yet.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located? 1/1/2020.
Fort
Lauderdale,
FL
is
HQ.
Other
remote
offices
in
California,
Pennsylvania,
Texas
and
Morocco.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)?
The
primary
focus
is
law
firms
across
all
practice
areas
with
20-500
employees.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
AllRize
is
a
modular
software
solution,
so
pricing
depends
on
which
software
modules
the
law
firm
initially
wants
to
deploy.
Other
factors
affecting
the
cost
are
the
number
of
users
that
will
use
AllRize,
the
subscription
preference
(1
or
3
years),
and
any
professional
services
required
(such
as
data
migration
from
legacy
systems).
In
the
end,
pricing
is
very
competitive
with
other
products
in
this
market
segment.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
The
AllRize
platform
was
formally
announced
in
September
2024
following
extensive
beta
testing
with
a
group
of
law
firms
across
the
US.
Several
of
these
firms
are
now
migrating
to
production
deployment.
The
revenue
from
these
initial
deployments
has
allowed
us
gradually
expand
our
sales
and
marketing
operations.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
We
will
continue
to
invest
in
our
sales
and
marketing
efforts
to
accelerate
demand
for
AllRize.
In
addition,
we
are
carefully
developing
a
reseller
channel
that
will
give
us
access
to
a
significantly
larger
group
of
prospective
customers.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
No
outside
funding.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
The
AllRize
team
is
truly
global,
with
a
carefully
recruited
team
deployed
across
the
US,
as
well
as
specific
regions
within
India,
Africa
and
the
Middle
East.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
Our
company
is
deeply
committed
to
fostering
diversity
and
inclusion
within
the
legal
tech
community.
We
actively
contribute
in
several
meaningful
ways:

• Inclusive
  Hiring
  Practices:
  We
  prioritize
  inclusive
  hiring
  practices,
  ensuring
  that
  our
  recruitment
  processes
  are
  designed
  to
  attract
  a
  diverse
  pool
  of
  candidates.
  This
  approach
  helps
  us
  build
  a
  team
  that
  reflects
  a
  wide
  range
  of
  backgrounds
  and
  perspectives.
• Mentorship
  and
  Development
  Programs:
  We
  offer
  mentorship
  and
  professional
  development
  programs
  to
  help
  educate
  new
  employees
  in
  the
  legal
  tech
  industry.
  These
  programs
  provide
  valuable
  support,
  guidance,
  and
  opportunities
  for
  career
  advancement.
• Partnerships
  and
  Collaborations:
  We
  collaborate
  with
  organizations
  and
  initiatives
  that
  promote
  diversity
  and
  inclusion
  in
  the
  legal
  tech
  sector.
  By
  partnering
  with
  these
  groups,
  we
  help
  to
  amplify
  their
  efforts
  and
  contribute
  to
  a
  more
  inclusive
  industry.
• Inclusive
  Culture:
  Within
  our
  own
  organization,
  we
  cultivate
  an
  inclusive
  culture
  where
  every
  team
  member
  feels
  valued
  and
  respected.
  This
  culture
  is
  reflected
  in
  our
  policies,
  practices,
  and
  everyday
  interactions,
  setting
  a
  positive
  example
  for
  the
  broader
  community.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?
We
provide
white-glove
service
to
accelerate
deployments
and
minimize
disruption
to
the
customer’s
business.
And
we
provide
customer
support
at
zero
cost
for
the
first
12
months.

---

Company.
Belt
Software
Inc.

Elevator
Pitch. Belt
helps
solve
the
problem
of
managing
teams
in
remote
and
hybrid
work
by
using
a
natural
approach
to
work
management
and
combining
meetings
and
tasks
into
a
unified
calendar.
Our
AI-first
approach
identifies
requests
in
emails
and
chats,
turning
them
into
tasks
and
meetings
to
give
visibility
into
all
work.
This
bottom-up
approach
helps
managers
understand
hidden
bias
and
whether
staff
have
too
much
or
too
little
work,
providing
the
insights
they
need
to
manage
better.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? Our
founders
are
well
known
in
the
industry
having
previously
founded
Prosperoware,
which
was
sold
to
Litera
in
2022.
Having
worked
together
for
more
than
25
years,
Keith
Lipman,
CEO
and
Sheetal
Jain,
CTO
set
up
Belt
in
2023
with
a
vision
of
solving
the
issue
around
people
managing
people
in
a
hybrid
or
remote
world.
After
speaking
with
more
than
60
law
firms,
they
realized
that
this
was
a
common
issue
and
so
they
developed
AI-first
Natural
Work
Management
platform.
By
natural,
we
mean,
a
solution
that
is
designed
to
fit
seamlessly
into
the
way
people
already
work,
reducing
the
need
for
significant
behavioral
changes.
This
unique
approach
helps
managers
gain
a
better
understanding
of
the
actual
work
their
team
has
undertaken
on
any
given
day.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve? Hybrid
work
broke
the
world.
We
are
now
struggling
to
manage
people
on
a
daily
basis.
Prior
to
that,
managers
would
just
walk
over
to
their
team
and
check
in
and
understand
who’s
doing
what.
Because
of
this,
getting
true
insight
into
how
and
where
they
are
spending
their
time
has
been
difficult.
Belt
solves
this
by
providing
managers
with
a
bottom-up
approach
to
managing
their
teams,
meaning
fewer
status
meetings
and
check-in
communications.

Who
are
your
competitors? Belt
fits
into
the
Work
Management
space
with
platforms
like
Monday.com
and
Asana
who
are
known
for
their
project
management
ability
and
a
top-down
approach.
These
products
are
not
well-adopted
in
law
firms.
These
platforms
are
not
part
of
their
daily
workflow
because
they
need
to
be
updated
separately.

 Demo
Video.

See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located? 1/9/2023.
Ardmore,
Penn.
(HQ);
London,
UK;
Prishtina,
Kosovo.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)? Our
primary
target
customers
are
managers
and
partners
within
law
firms
of
any
size
who
oversee
legal
teams
in
hybrid
and
remote
environments.
Belt
is
designed
to
help
these
leaders
keep
track
of
their
team’s
work
on
various
cases,
manage
billable
hours,
and
ensure
everyone
is
assigned
enough
work,
and
the
right
work.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
The
price
range
is
from
$12/month
to
$40/month.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
Belt
was
introduced
to
the
market
in
May
2024
and
is
currently
being
implemented
by
Am
Law
200
and
Magic
Circle
firms,
who
are
looking
to
implement
it
at
the
beginning
of
2025.
We
currently
have
a
pipeline
of
over
60
firms.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
Over
the
next
five
years,
Belt’s
focus
is
on
continuing
to
build
the
presence
in
law
firms
and
corporate
legal
departments
ranging
from
the
smallest
to
the
largest.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
No
outside
funding

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse. Diversity
is
at
the
center
of
who
we
are.
Our
team
is
situated
across
multiple
countries
like
the
United
States,
the
United
Kingdom,
India,
and
Kosovo,
bringing
together
people
from
different
cultural,
religious,
gender
and
social
backgrounds.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
Our
Chief
Marketing
Officer
is
involved
in
multiple
groups
focused
on
women
in
technology.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know? N/A

---

Company.
Bot
Mediation,
Inc.

Elevator
Pitch.  Bot
Mediation
introduces
the
legal
industry’s
first
AI-powered
mediator,
transforming
dispute
resolution
to
be
more
accessible,
efficient,
and
fair.
The
experience
mirrors
traditional
mediation:
Parties
submit
briefs,
schedule
a
session,
and
log
into
Bot’s
secure
platform
to
negotiate.
An
AI-trained
avatar
guides
the
parties
through
the
mediation
effectively
and
efficiently,
enabling
parties
to
settle
cases
whenever
they
want,
wherever
they
want,
and
on
their
own
terms.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? Bot
Mediation
is
the
first
platform
to
introduce
an
AI-powered
mediator
avatar
to
the
legal
industry,
pioneering
a
new
approach
to
the
dispute
resolution
process.
As
Bot
resolves
more
disputes,
it
collects
proprietary
data
on
case-specific
negotiation
patterns
that
it
uses
to
enhance
the
platform’s
precision.
While
it
mirrors
traditional
mediation,
Bot
Mediation,
delivers
numerous
advantages
including:

• AI-Driven
  Analysis:
  Guides
  parties
  towards
  a
  fair
  settlement
  based
  on
  actual
  case
  data.
• Always-Available
  Virtual
  Environment:
  A
  secure,
  synchronous
  platform
  allows
  parties
  to
  mediate
  on
  their
  own
  schedule,
  minimizing
  delays.
• Real-Time
  Progress
  Tracking:
  Advanced
  tools
  help
  monitor
  settlement
  progress,
  maintaining
  momentum
  throughout
  the
  process.
• Data-Driven
  Approach:
  Consistent
  case
  evaluations
  leveraging
  real
  settlement
  data
  reduce
  the
  risk
  of
  failed
  negotiations
  and
  reduces
  human
  bias.
• Significant
  Cost
  Reduction:
  Significantly
  reduces
  legal
  fees
  and
  mediator
  costs
  typical
  of
  traditional
  mediations.
• Accessibility:
  A
  feature
  in
  development
  will
  allow
  users
  to
  select
  mediators
  based
  on
  ethnicity
  and
  language
  preferences,
  promoting
  inclusivity
  and
  accessibility.

By
blending
cutting-edge
AI
technology
with
a
user-friendly
platform,
Bot
Mediation
accelerates
settlements,
enhances
fairness,
and
makes
mediation
more
accessible
and
cost-effective
than
ever
before.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve?
Bot
Mediation
eliminates
key
inefficiencies
in
the
traditional
mediation
process,
including
scheduling
delays,
high
costs,
and
subjective
biases.
Our
AI-powered
virtual
mediation
platform
accelerates
the
resolution
process,
making
it
faster,
more
accessible,
and
cost-effective.
By
ensuring
consistent
and
data-driven
settlements,
Bot
Mediation
reduces
the
influence
of
bias
and
promotes
fairness
for
all
parties.

Who
are
your
competitors?
Key
competitors
in
the
legal
dispute
resolution
space
include:

• Traditional
  live
  private
  mediation
  services
  (e.g.,
  JAMS,
  AAA).
• Non-synchronous
  and/or
  human
  assisted
  online
  dispute
  resolution
  (ODR)
  platforms.
• Lawyer-to-lawyer
  negotiations
  (non-usage
  of
  a
  third-party
  facilitator)

Demo
Video.

See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located? 
1/1/2023.
Costa
Mesa,
CA.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)? 
Insurance
companies,
self-insured
companies,
insurance
defense
law
firms,
and
plaintiff
law
firms
that
deal
with
personal
injury
and
employment
cases
in
the
sub-$250K
value
range.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
$1,495
per
participant.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
Bot
Mediation
is
launching
in
California
with
a
short
list
of
early
adopters
and
a
list
of
over
100
California-based
law
firms
that
are
interested
in
using
the
platform.
A
provisional
patent
application
was
filed
earlier
this
year.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
The
Bot
Mediation
team
is
working
on
onboarding
early
adopters.
Over
the
next
five
years,
we
will
expand
our
presence
nationally
as
we
roll
out
our
marketing
efforts
and
continue
to
build
relationships
in
key
states.
We
are
currently
in
discussions
with
two
of
the
largest
national
insurance
carriers
about
pilot
programs,
and
they
are
providing
feedback
and
guidance
on
product
development
and
scaling.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
Less
than
$1M
in
outside
funding.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
Bot
Mediation
is
proud
to
be
a
Black-Owned
Business
and
is
committed
to
diversity.
Our
CEO
as
well
as
four
out
of
our
five
team
members
come
from
diverse
ethnic
backgrounds,
bringing
a
broad
range
of
perspectives,
experiences,
and
insights
to
our
work.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
Bot
Mediation
is
committed
to
fostering
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community
through
both
its
team
composition
and
broader
initiatives.
As
mentioned,
four
out
of
our
five
team
members
come
from
diverse
ethnic
backgrounds,
enriching
our
company
culture,
perspectives,
and
insights.

Our
Bot
Mediators
are
AI-generated
avatars
which
can
reflect
diverse
identities.
We
are
actively
developing
features
that
will
allow
users
to
select
mediator
avatars
based
on
ethnicity
and
language
preferences,
promoting
inclusivity
and
accessibility.

Additionally,
Bot
Mediation
is
dedicated
to
cultivating
the
next
generation
of
talent.
We
actively
engage
with
standout
undergraduate
students
with
diverse
ethnic
backgrounds,
providing
them
with
opportunities
to
learn,
grow,
and
contribute
to
our
legal
tech
space.
Through
these
efforts,
we
aim
to
inspire
and
empower
future
leaders
while
driving
equity
in
the
industry.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?
The
Bot
Mediation
team
is
thrilled
for
the
opportunity
to
make
its
national
debut
at
the
ABA
TECHSHOW
Startup
Alley.
Co-Founder
Darren
Fancher
fondly
recalls
his
first
TECHSHOW
as
an
engaging
and
impactful
experience,
where
he
and
his
team
introduced
CASEpeer
to
an
audience
beyond
California
for
the
first
time.
Many
of
the
connections
Darren
made
at
that
show
have
grown
into
lasting
friendships,
and
he
and
the
team
look
forward
to
the
adventures
ahead.
If
persuaded,
Darren
might
share
the
story
of
how
Pat
Palace
wrangled
a
limo
for
10
on
a
cold,
snowy
Chicago
night
to
get
everyone
safely
back
to
the
hotel.

---

Company.
Canotera.

Elevator
Pitch.
We
provide
AI-powered
predictive
analytics
for
legal
disputes,
bringing
transparency
and
efficiency
to
the
legal
industry.
Using
Large
Language
Models
and
Geometric
Machine
Learning,
our
platform
forecasts
litigation
outcomes
at
scale.
Our
explainable
predictions
help
parties,
lawyers,
funders,
and
others
make
informed,
data-driven
decisions.
Our
mission:
to
predict
legal
dispute
outcomes
in
a
clear
and
impactful
way.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? Our
company
offers
an
AI-powered
predictive
analytics
platform
specifically
tailored
for
the
legal
industry.
Here’s
what
sets
us
apart:

• Proprietary
  Technology:
  We
  have
  developed
  proprietary
  algorithms
  based
  on
  advanced
  mathematical
  research.
  This
  isn’t
  off-the-shelf
  AI;
  it’s
  a
  specialized
  system
  designed
  to
  handle
  the
  complexities
  of
  legal
  data.
• Integration
  of
  Advanced
  AI
  Models:
  We
  integrate
  Large
  Language
  Models
  (LLMs)
  within
  a
  sophisticated
  predictive
  framework.
  This
  allows
  us
  to
  interpret
  and
  analyze
  legal
  texts
  more
  effectively,
  providing
  highly
  accurate
  predictions
  with
  tightly
  bound
  confidence
  intervals.
• High
  Predictive
  Accuracy:
  Our
  focus
  on
  predictive
  accuracy
  and
  statistical
  certainty
  empowers
  legal
  professionals
  to
  assess
  risks
  and
  optimize
  strategies
  with
  confidence.
  We
  go
  beyond
  basic
  analytics
  to
  deliver
  actionable
  and
  explainable
  insights.
• Data
  Security
  and
  Confidentiality:
  Our
  platform
  processes
  legal
  texts
  without
  retaining
  sensitive
  information,
  ensuring
  confidentiality
  and
  compliance
  with
  data
  protection
  regulations.
• Specialized
  Focus:
  We
  initially
  target
  civil
  disputes
  in
  New
  York
  State.
  This
  specialized
  focus
  allows
  us
  to
  provide
  in-depth,
  high-quality
  analytics
  for
  the
  state
  and
  then
  venture
  out
  to
  other
  states
  across
  the
  country.
• Expert
  Team:
  Our
  team
  combines
  expertise
  in
  AI,
  machine
  learning,
  and
  legal
  practice.
  This
  multidisciplinary
  approach
  enables
  us
  to
  develop
  innovative
  solutions
  that
  meet
  the
  evolving
  needs
  of
  the
  legal
  industry.
• Future-Ready
  Approach:
  Our
  vision
  is
  to
  provide
  predictions
  on
  any
  legal
  dispute
  in
  a
  click.

By
bridging
the
gap
between
advanced
technology
and
legal
processes,
we
bring
a
new
level
of
transparency
and
data-driven
decision-making
to
the
legal
market.
This
will
add
a
lot
of
certainty
to
business
and
any
other
social
affair,
and
allow
individuals
and
corporates
to
focus
on
growth,
synergistic
opportunities.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve?
Canotera
addresses
several
critical
challenges
in
the
legal
industry
by
leveraging
advanced
AI-powered
predictive
analytics:

Uncertainty
in
Litigation
Outcomes:

Challenge:
Legal
professionals
often
face
uncertainty
regarding
the
likely
outcomes
of
cases,
making
risk
assessment
and
strategic
planning
difficult.

Solution:
Our
platform
provides
highly
accurate
predictions
of
litigation
results
together
with
the
explanations
for
how
the
predictions
were
generated,
enabling
lawyers
and
their
clients
to
make
informed
decisions
based
on
data-driven
insights.

Inefficiency
in
Legal
Processes:

Challenge:
Traditional
legal
processes
can
be
time-consuming
and
resource-intensive,
leading
to
suboptimal
financial
results:
Decision
to
pursue
losing
cases,
under/over
pricing,
increased
costs
and
delays.

Solution:
By
automating
data
analysis
and
offering
explainable
and
actionable
insights,
Canotera
streamlines
workflows,
reducing
the
time
and
effort
required
to
manage
and
resolve
cases.

High
Legal
Costs:

Challenge:
Prolonged
litigation
and
inefficient
case
management
contribute
to
escalating
legal
expenses
for
both
firms
and
clients.

Solution:
Our
predictive
analytics
help
optimize
strategies
and
resource
allocation,
as
well
as
alignment
of
interests
between
lawyers
and
customer.

Data
Overload
and
Management:

Challenge:
Legal
professionals
must
handle
vast
amounts
of
data,
which
can
be
overwhelming
and
difficult
to
manage
effectively.

Solution:
Canotera
integrates
and
analyzes
extensive
legal
datasets,
making
it
easier
for
users
to
access
relevant
information
and
derive
meaningful
insights
without
being
bogged
down
by
data
overload.

Strategic
Decision-Making:

Challenge:
Developing
effective
legal
strategies
is
challenging
without
reliable
data
and
predictive
insights.

Solution:
Our
platform
offers
comprehensive
analytics
that
assist
legal
teams
in
crafting
better
strategies,
improving
case
outcomes,
and
enhancing
overall
decision-making
processes.

Lack
of
Transparency:

Challenge:
The
legal
industry
often
lacks
transparency,
making
it
difficult
for
stakeholders
to
understand
the
factors
influencing
case
outcomes.

Solution:
Canotera
promotes
transparency
by
providing
clear,
data-backed
predictions
and
insights,
fostering
trust
and
confidence
among
legal
professionals
and
their
clients.

Impact
of
Our
Solutions:

Enhanced
Accuracy:
Delivering
precise
predictions
with
tightly
bound
confidence
intervals.

Increased
Efficiency:
Streamlining
legal
workflows
and
reducing
time
spent
on
data
analysis.

Cost
Reduction:
Lowering
legal
expenses
through
optimized
resource
management.

Improved
Decision-Making:
Empowering
legal
professionals
with
actionable,
data-driven
insights.

Greater
Transparency:
Promoting
a
clearer
understanding
of
case
dynamics
and
outcomes.

By
addressing
these
key
problems,
Canotera
transforms
the
legal
landscape,
making
dispute
resolution
more
predictable,
efficient,
and
cost-effective
for
all
stakeholders
involved.

Who
are
your
competitors? Our
competitors
are
incumbent
and
emerging
analytics
providers
to
the
legal
sectors.
We
stand
out
against
our
peers
mainly
through
the
following:

• Proprietary
  Technology:
  We
  have
  developed
  unique
  algorithms
  based
  on
  advanced
  mathematical
  research,
  leading
  to
  higher
  predictive
  accuracy.
• Specialized
  Focus:
  Our
  platform
  is
  dedicated
  specifically
  to
  predictive
  analytics
  for
  legal
  dispute
  outcomes,
  rather
  than
  general
  legal
  assistance.
• Advanced
  AI
  Integration:
  We
  combine
  multiple
  AI
  disciplines,
  including
  Large
  Language
  Models
  (LLMs)
  and
  geometric
  machine
  learning,
  within
  our
  predictive
  framework.
• Data
  Security
  and
  Confidentiality:
  Our
  system
  processes
  legal
  texts
  without
  retaining
  sensitive
  information,
  ensuring
  client
  confidentiality.
• By
  offering
  highly
  accurate
  predictions
  with
  tightly
  bound
  confidence
  intervals,
  we
  provide
  actionable
  insights
  that
  address
  critical
  needs
  in
  legal
  decision-making.
  This
  specialized
  approach
  sets
  us
  apart
  in
  the
  market.

Demo
Video.
N/A.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located? 
6/23/2023.
HQ
Haifa,
Israel;
Tel
Aviv,
Israel.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)? 
Canotera
targets
key
stakeholders
within
the
legal
industry
who
can
benefit
from
advanced
predictive
analytics:

• General
  Law
  Firms:
  Law
  firms
  who
  are
  looking
  for
  data-driven
  tools
  for
  explainable
  result
  predictions
  in
  order
  to
  sharpen
  the
  case
  management
  strategies,
  improve
  their
  pricing
  models,
  and
  better
  align
  with
  their
  customers.
• Litigation
  Funders:
  Firms
  that
  provide
  capital
  for
  funding
  litigation
  cases.
  Our
  product
  is
  instrumental
  for
  their
  onboarding
  decision
  making,
  reporting
  and
  pricing
  models.
• Insurance
  Companies:
  Organizations
  managing
  insurance
  claims
  and
  disputes,
  seeking
  to
  predict
  and
  manage
  litigation
  outcomes.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
We
have
three
different
subscription
models
which
vary
in
terms
of
prediction
amounts
per
period.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
NA-
Launch
is
expected
to
take
place
in
Q2
2025.

 Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
Over
the
next
five
years,
Canotera
aims
to
establish
itself
as
a
global
leader
in
AI-powered
predictive
analytics
for
the
legal
industry.
Our
growth
strategy
encompasses
several
key
areas:

Product
Expansion
and
Innovation

Diversify
Offerings:
Develop
and
launch
additional
modules
targeting
various
legal
practice
areas
such
as
intellectual
property,
corporate
disputes,
personal
injury,
and
more.

Advanced
Features:
Continuously
enhance
our
platform
with
cutting-edge
technologies,
including
deeper
integration
of
Large
Language
Models
(LLMs),
improved
machine
learning
algorithms,
and
advanced
data
visualization
tools.

User
Experience:
Invest
in
user
interface
and
experience
improvements
to
ensure
our
platform
remains
intuitive
and
user-friendly
for
all
legal
professionals.

Geographic
and
Market
Expansion

Global
Reach:
Expand
our
services
beyond
New
York
and
the
United
States
to
major
international
markets,
including
Europe,
Asia,
and
the
Middle
East.

Localized
Solutions:
Adapt
our
platform
to
meet
the
specific
legal
frameworks
and
requirements
of
each
new
region
we
enter,
ensuring
relevance
and
compliance.

Strategic
Partnerships
and
Collaborations

Law
Firms
and
Legal
Institutions:
Forge
partnerships
with
leading
law
firms,
litigation
funders,
and
legal
institutions
to
integrate
our
platform
into
their
workflows.

Technology
Alliances:
Collaborate
with
other
technology
providers
and
legal
tech
startups
to
enhance
our
offerings
and
stay
at
the
forefront
of
innovation.

Academic
Collaborations:
Partner
with
universities
and
research
institutions
to
leverage
academic
expertise
and
drive
continuous
improvement
in
our
AI
models.

Team
Growth
and
Development

Talent
Acquisition:
Expand
our
team
by
hiring
top
talent
in
AI,
machine
learning,
data
science,
legal
expertise,
and
customer
support
to
support
our
growing
operations.

Employee
Development:
Invest
in
ongoing
training
and
professional
development
to
ensure
our
team
remains
skilled
and
motivated.

Funding
and
Financial
Growth

Series
A
and
Beyond:
Secure
additional
funding
through
Series
A
and
subsequent
investment
rounds
to
fuel
our
expansion
plans,
product
development,
and
market
penetration.

Revenue
Targets:
Achieve
significant
revenue
milestones,
targeting
annual
revenues
exceeding
$10
million
by
the
end
of
five
years
through
subscription
models,
custom
solutions,
and
data
licensing.

Technology
and
Data
Integration

Comprehensive
Data
Integration:
Invest
in
expanding
our
data
sources
and
enhancing
our
data
integration
capabilities
to
provide
more
accurate
and
comprehensive
predictive
analytics.

Security
and
Compliance:
Continuously
improve
our
data
security
measures
and
ensure
full
compliance
with
international
data
protection
regulations
to
maintain
trust
and
credibility.

Market
Leadership
and
Impact

Thought
Leadership:
Position
Canotera
as
a
thought
leader
in
legal
tech
by
publishing
research,
participating
in
industry
conferences,
and
contributing
to
policy
discussions
on
AI
in
law.

Industry
Standards:
Set
new
benchmarks
for
AI
applications
in
the
legal
sector,
driving
industry-wide
adoption
of
predictive
analytics
for
better
decision-making
and
efficiency.

Social
Impact:
Promote
greater
transparency
and
accessibility
in
the
legal
system,
helping
to
reduce
costs
and
improve
outcomes
for
all
stakeholders
involved.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?n$1M
–
$5M
in
outside
funding.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
At
Canotera,
we
pride
ourselves
on
fostering
a
diverse
and
inclusive
environment
within
our
leadership
team
and
throughout
our
workforce.
This
diversity
drives
our
innovation,
enhances
our
problem-solving
capabilities,
and
ensures
that
we
can
effectively
serve
a
global
clientele.

Leadership
Diversity:

Gender
Diversity:
Our
leadership
team
includes
both
male
and
female
leaders,
ensuring
balanced
representation
at
the
highest
levels.
Tal
Knafo,
our
Chief
Technology
Officer
and
Co-Founder,
exemplifies
strong
female
leadership
in
the
tech
industry,
bringing
invaluable
expertise
in
AI
and
neuroscience.
Our
total
team
is
50%
women
and
50%
men.

Cultural
and
Ethnic
Diversity:
David
Silver,
our
Head
of
AI
and
Co-Founder,
comes
from
an
ultra-Orthodox
background,
adding
a
unique
cultural
and
religious
perspective
to
our
team.
Additionally,
Taher
Odeh,
our
Front-End
Developer,
is
an
Israeli
Arab,
enriching
our
team
with
diverse
cultural
insights
and
fostering
a
multicultural
workplace.

Educational
and
Professional
Diversity:
Our
leaders
possess
a
wide
range
of
educational
backgrounds
and
professional
experiences.
Yariv
Lissauer,
our
CEO
and
Co-Founder,
holds
advanced
degrees
in
business
and
law
and
has
successfully
led
multiple
technology
ventures.
This
blend
of
legal
and
entrepreneurial
expertise
enhances
our
strategic
vision
and
operational
effectiveness.

Workforce
Diversity:

Multidisciplinary
Expertise:
Our
team
comprises
experts
from
various
fields,
including
artificial
intelligence,
machine
learning,
data
science,
legal
practice,
and
product
development.
This
multidisciplinary
approach
ensures
comprehensive
problem-solving
and
fosters
creativity.

Global
Perspectives:
With
team
members
from
different
geographical
locations
and
cultural
backgrounds,
we
benefit
from
a
wide
range
of
perspectives
that
inform
our
global
strategy
and
product
development.
This
diversity
helps
us
better
understand
and
serve
our
international
clientele.

Inclusive
Hiring
Practices:
We
prioritize
inclusive
hiring
practices
to
ensure
that
our
workforce
reflects
a
variety
of
backgrounds,
experiences,
and
viewpoints.
By
valuing
diversity,
we
create
a
dynamic
and
innovative
workplace
where
all
employees
feel
valued
and
empowered
to
contribute
their
best.

Commitment
to
Diversity
and
Inclusion:

Canotera
believes
that
diversity
drives
innovation
and
success.
We
are
dedicated
to
creating
an
inclusive
culture
where
every
team
member
can
thrive,
regardless
of
their
gender,
cultural
background,
or
personal
experiences.
Our
ongoing
commitment
to
diversity
ensures
that
we
remain
at
the
forefront
of
the
legal
technology
industry,
delivering
cutting-edge
solutions
that
meet
the
diverse
needs
of
our
clients.

By
embracing
and
celebrating
our
differences,
Canotera
not
only
strengthens
its
internal
team
but
also
enhances
its
ability
to
serve
a
global
market
with
varied
and
complex
legal
challenges.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
At
Canotera,
we
are
committed
to
fostering
diversity
and
inclusion
both
within
our
company
and
throughout
the
broader
legal
tech
community.
Here
are
the
key
ways
we
contribute
to
this
important
mission:

Inclusive
Hiring
Practices

Diverse
Recruitment:
We
actively
seek
talent
from
a
variety
of
cultural,
ethnic,
and
educational
backgrounds.
Our
hiring
processes
are
designed
to
eliminate
biases
and
ensure
equal
opportunities
for
all
candidates.

Representation:
Our
leadership
team
and
workforce
include
individuals
from
diverse
backgrounds,
including
women,
Israeli
Arabs,
and
members
of
the
ultra-Orthodox
community,
ensuring
a
rich
mix
of
perspectives
and
experiences.

Support
and
Development
Programs

Mentorship
Initiatives:
We
provide
mentorship
programs
aimed
at
supporting
underrepresented
groups
in
the
legal
tech
industry,
helping
them
develop
their
skills
and
advance
their
careers.

Professional
Development:
Canotera
invests
in
continuous
learning
and
development
opportunities
for
our
employees,
ensuring
everyone
has
the
resources
they
need
to
succeed
and
grow
within
the
company.

Creating
an
Inclusive
Work
Environment

Cultural
Sensitivity
Training:
We
conduct
regular
training
sessions
to
promote
cultural
awareness
and
sensitivity,
fostering
a
respectful
and
supportive
workplace
for
all
team
members.

Flexible
Work
Policies:
Our
flexible
work
arrangements
accommodate
diverse
needs
and
lifestyles,
ensuring
that
everyone
can
contribute
effectively
while
maintaining
a
healthy
work-life
balance.

Community
Engagement
and
Partnerships

Collaborations
with
Diverse
Organizations:
We
partner
with
organizations
that
promote
diversity
in
tech,
such
as
coding
bootcamps
for
underrepresented
groups
and
legal
aid
societies
that
serve
diverse
communities.

Sponsorship
and
Participation:
Canotera
sponsors
and
participates
in
events,
conferences,
and
workshops
focused
on
diversity
and
inclusion
in
the
legal
and
tech
industries,
helping
to
amplify
diverse
voices
and
perspectives.

Promoting
Diversity
through
Technology

Accessible
Solutions:
Our
platform
is
designed
to
enhance
access
to
justice
by
providing
predictive
analytics
that
can
benefit
a
wide
range
of
legal
professionals
and
clients,
including
those
from
marginalized
communities.

Bias
Mitigation:
We
prioritize
the
development
of
unbiased
algorithms
by
using
diverse
datasets
and
regularly
auditing
our
AI
models
to
ensure
fairness
and
accuracy
in
predictions.

Advocacy
and
Thought
Leadership

Publishing
Research:
We
contribute
to
the
discourse
on
diversity
and
inclusion
in
legal
tech
by
publishing
research
and
insights
that
highlight
the
importance
of
diverse
perspectives
in
driving
innovation.

Thought
Leadership:
Our
leaders
actively
speak
at
industry
events
and
contribute
to
panels
and
discussions
on
the
benefits
of
a
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
ecosystem.

Employee
Resource
Groups
(ERGs)

Support
Networks:
We
have
established
ERGs
that
provide
support,
networking
opportunities,
and
a
sense
of
community
for
employees
from
various
backgrounds,
fostering
an
environment
where
everyone
feels
valued
and
empowered.

By
integrating
these
practices
into
our
core
operations,
Canotera
not
only
enhances
our
own
team’s
diversity
and
inclusion
but
also
sets
a
standard
for
the
legal
tech
community.
We
believe
that
a
diverse
and
inclusive
environment
drives
innovation,
improves
decision-making,
and
ultimately
leads
to
better
outcomes
for
our
clients
and
the
industry
as
a
whole.

Together,
we
are
building
a
more
equitable
and
dynamic
legal
tech
landscape
where
every
voice
is
heard
and
every
talent
is
recognized.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?

N/A

---

Company.
Case
Crafter
AS

Elevator
Pitch.
In
today’s
fast-paced
world,
capturing
a
jury’s
attention
is
tough.
Case
Crafter
turns
case
narratives
into
bite-sized
visuals.
Our
interactive
timeline
links
events
with
exhibits,
helping
juries
see
the
big
picture
and
explore
details.
With
a
built-in
PDF
editor,
full-text
search,
offline
access,
and
seamless
collaboration
across
devices,
Case
Crafter
simplifies
trial
prep
and
captivates
juries.
Discover
more
at
casecrafter.com.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? Legal
presentation
has
been
an
overlooked
part
of
legal
software,
with
most
existing
products
being
outdated
or
lacking
functionality.
Our
goal
is
to
address
every
facet
of
trial
preparation
and
presentation
within
a
single,
easy-to-use
application.
We
have
prioritized
ease
of
use
by
adhering
to
industry
standards
for
usability.

The
interactive
timeline
is
the
heart
of
Case
Crafter.
What
sets
us
apart
is
our
unique
approach
to
attaching
the
case
documents
to
the
timeline
and
presenting
them
in
the
events.

We
dedicated
over
a
year
to
creating
a
strong
multi-platform
application
foundation
for
our
product.
No
competitor
matches
our
platform
reach,
as
we
support
Windows,
Mac,
and
iPad.

While
there
is
a
trend
toward
web
applications,
we
are
focused
on
developing
a
native
application.
We
do
this
because
we
believe
lawyers
want
to
minimize
risk
when
presenting
at
trial,
and
having
all
their
documents
locally
on
their
devices
gives
them
peace
of
mind.
Additionally,
Case
Crafter
showcases
documents
without
any
delay,
ensuring
a
smooth
and
seamless
presentation.

Our
applications
also
offer
cloud
synchronization
alongside
on-device
document
storage.
This
synchronization
allows
for
real-time
collaboration
with
colleagues
and
experts.
Currently,
we
are
using
Apple
iCloud
for
syncing,
but
we
plan
to
transition
to
AWS
in
early
2025.
This
move
will
offer
a
more
robust
collaboration
platform
and
the
flexibility
for
future
integration
with
AI
features.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve?
The
main
problem
we
try
to
solve
is
ensuring
that
each
jury
member
understands
the
lawyers’
perspective
on
the
case.
To
address
this,
we
present
the
entire
case
as
an
interactive
timeline,
making
it
easy
to
get
a
full
overview
of
the
case.
Each
event
on
the
timeline
includes
relevant
files
and
documents,
enabling
lawyers
to
dive
into
the
details
anytime.

Who
are
your
competitors? LIT
Software
(TrialPad),
TrialLine,
OnCue,
and
Reveal
(Trial
Director)

Demo
Video.

See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located? 5/6/2021.
We
are
a
fully
remote
company
with
all
employees
working
from
coworking
spaces
or
from
home
offices.
The
company
is
registered
in
Arendal,
Norway.
Case
Crafter
is
trademarked
in
the
U.S.
as
of
November
2024.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)? Our
target
customers
are
small
and
mid-sized
law
firms,
solo
practitioners,
and
trial
consultants.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service? $450
per
user
per
year.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction. Our
first
product,
Timeline
Presenter,
is
an
app
designed
for
iPad,
iPhone,
and
Mac,
which
was
launched
in
December
2021.
The
development
of
this
app
was
done
in
close
collaboration
with
Stephen
Haber,
Esq.,
a
medical
malpractice
specialist
lawyer
based
in
New
York.
Currently,
Timeline
Presenter
has
approximately
200
active
users,
primarily
in
the
United
States,
and
has
received
very
positive
feedback
from
these
users.
It
was
favorably
mentioned
in
the
book
Medical
Malpractice
and
Wrongful
Death
in
New
York
by
David
M.
Oddo,
Esq.

To
facilitate
the
growth
of
our
company,
we
decided
to
rewrite
the
software
and
make
it
available
on
Windows,
macOS,
and
iOS,
while
also
rebranding
the
company
and
the
product
as
Case
Crafter.

Case
Crafter
is
currently
in
soft
launch
mode,
and
a
full
launch
is
planned
for
the
first
quarter
of
2025.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
Case
Crafter
aims
to
become
the
leading
global
software
for
trial
presentations
and
case
timelines,
starting
with
a
strong
focus
on
the
U.S.
legal
market
and
expanding
internationally.
Over
the
next
five
years,
the
company
will
utilize
niche
marketing,
strategic
partnerships,
and
product
innovation
to
achieve
this
vision.

In
2025,
the
primary
goal
will
be
to
build
brand
awareness
among
U.S.
litigation
professionals,
with
a
particular
emphasis
on
small
law
firms
and
solo
practitioners.
Strategies
to
achieve
this
include
search
engine
optimization
(SEO),
paid
advertising,
attending
events
like
the
ABA
TECHSHOW,
hosting
webinars,
and
launching
AI-powered
tools
for
document
summarization
and
timeline
creation.
Additionally,
cloud
synchronization
and
language
translation
will
enhance
collaboration
and
accessibility.

By
2026,
the
focus
will
shift
to
deepening
the
presence
in
the
U.S.
market
while
exploring
international
opportunities.
This
will
involve
forming
partnerships
with
bar
associations
and
legal
educators,
integrating
the
product
into
law
school
curricula,
and
engaging
industry
influencers.
Enhanced
customer
support
and
tutorials
tailored
to
specific
practice
areas
will
further
solidify
the
user
base.

In
2027,
Case
Crafter
plans
to
expand
into
other
English-speaking
markets,
including
the
UK,
Canada,
and
Australia,
while
continuing
to
refine
its
presence
in
the
U.S.
Localized
marketing
efforts,
alliances
with
international
legal
organizations,
and
industry-specific
modules
will
be
developed
to
cater
to
global
markets.

By
2028,
Case
Crafter
aims
to
dominate
niche
markets
by
sponsoring
international
legal
tech
conferences
and
building
a
global
user
community
for
feedback
and
advocacy.

In
2029,
the
focus
will
shift
to
sustaining
growth
by
launching
localized
interfaces,
expanding
into
the
Asia-Pacific
(APAC)
regions,
and
publishing
thought
leadership
content
on
trial
technology.

Key
goals
include
reaching
50,000
active
global
users
by
2029,
with
40%
of
those
users
from
outside
the
U.S.,
targeting
a
12%
market
share
in
the
US
and
1.25%
globally.
The
plan
emphasizes
growth
in
markets
with
high
English
fluency,
along
with
expansion
to
Spanish,
Portuguese,
German,
and
French-speaking
regions,
addressing
a
total
addressable
market
of
over
five
million
legal
professionals
worldwide.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
Less
than
$1M
in
outside
funding.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
Our
company
is
diverse
with
a
remote
workforce
across
six
countries:
the
US,
Brazil,
the
UK,
Norway,
Ukraine,
and
India.
This
mix
of
cultures,
languages,
and
backgrounds
brings
unique
perspectives,
which
fosters
creativity
and
innovation
in
our
leadership
and
teamwork.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
Our
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community
by
prioritizing
accessibility
through
WCAG
compliance,
which
helps
to
ensure
that
our
application
is
usable
by
individuals
with
disabilities.
In
January,
we
are
making
our
tools
more
accessible
to
users
in
diverse
linguistic
and
cultural
communities
by
localizing
our
application
and
documentation
into
Spanish
and
Portuguese.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?
N/A

---

Company.
Clarra.

Elevator
Pitch.
Clarra
provides
seamlessly
adaptable
cloud-based
case
management
software
optimized
for
litigation.
Built
on
a
modern
tech
stack,
Clarra
gives
law
firms
the
next-generation
capabilities
they
need
to
accelerate
growth
and
reduce
costs.
With
no-code
customization,
enterprise-class
security,
and
integration
with
over
6,000
apps,
Clarra
simplifies
practice
management,
improving
efficiency
and
visibility.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? Designed
with
the
future
in
mind,
Clarra’s
modern
case
management
platform
allows
law
firms
to
respond
to
the
needs
of
today’s
market
by
leveraging
AI-enabled
efficiencies,
hybrid
billing,
customization,
flexibility
and
scalable
integrations.
Clarra
represents
a
much-needed
leap
forward
in
the
mature—and
some
might
say
saturated—case
management
market,
where
60%
of
the
vendors
are
running
on
technology
platforms
that
are
more
than
fifteen
years
old,
and
80%
are
more
than
ten
years
old.

In
a
time
of
rapid
change
and
intensifying
competition
within
the
legal
industry,
Clarra
delivers
exactly
what
firms
need
to
modernize,
grow,
scale
and
drive
profitability.

Clarra
differentiates
itself
in
three
ways.

• Clarra
  is
  simple
  and
  intuitive
  to
  use.
  Designed
  for
  high-volume,
  docket-driven
  litigation,
  Clarra
  is
  easy
  to
  customize
  and
  understand.
  The
  adaptable
  platform
  seamlessly
  handles
  workflow
  for
  small
  plaintiffs’
  firms,
  large
  class
  action
  firms,
  defense
  practices
  of
  corporate
  law
  firms,
  and
  in-house
  legal
  departments.
• Built
  on
  a
  modern
  technology
  stack
  hosted
  in
  Microsoft
  Azure,
  Clarra
  is
  scalable
  and
  adaptable.
  We
  are
  easy
  to
  integrate
  with
  other
  cloud
  platforms,
  highly
  customizable,
  and
  come
  standard
  with
  AI
  efficiency,
  powerful
  business
  analytics,
  and
  secure
  collaboration.
• One
  of
  Clarra’s
  standout
  innovations
  is
  its
  no-code
  customization.
  Unlike
  rigid
  legacy
  systems,
  Clarra
  empowers
  firms
  to
  tailor
  the
  platform
  to
  their
  unique
  requirements
  without
  relying
  on
  developers.
  Attorneys
  and
  staff
  can
  effortlessly
  adjust
  data
  options,
  system
  settings,
  and
  terminology
  across
  practice
  groups,
  ensuring
  the
  platform
  aligns
  seamlessly
  with
  existing
  workflows
  and
  remains
  adaptable
  as
  needs
  evolve.
  This
  results
  in
  implementations
  that,
  on
  average,
  take
  less
  than
  two
  months
  for
  clients
  with
  thousands
  of
  matters.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve? Clarra
fills
a
critical
need
for
an
easy-to-use
and
affordable
case
management
platform
designed
for
litigation
workflows.
Law
firms
and
legal
departments
are
looking
for
a
simple,
modern
solution
that
requires
no
coding
to
customize,
seamlessly
integrates
with
complementary
legal
and
business
tools,
and
is
designed
for
faster,
easier
implementation
and
onboarding.

Clarra
helps
our
clients
to
address
the
serious
challenges
of
managing
old
legal
tech
infrastructure
while
providing
the
visibility
to
grow
profitably
in
a
rapidly
changing
market.

Three
of
the
main
problems
Clarra
solves
are:

• Mounting
  Technical
  Debt.
  While
  firms
  are
  trying
  to
  adopt
  new
  technologies
  such
  as
  AI,
  they
  are
  burdened
  by
  having
  to
  manage
  technologies
  that
  are
  decades
  old.
  These
  technologies
  still
  use
  old
  bus
  architectures,
  proprietary
  APIs,
  and
  hard-coded
  features
  and
  are
  often
  expensive
  to
  manage
  on-premises.
  Customers
  struggle
  with
  systems
  crashing,
  challenges
  integrating,
  and
  slow
  and
  expensive
  customization.
• Lack
  of
  Visibility.
  In
  spite
  of
  having
  reams
  of
  data,
  firms
  lack
  the
  business
  intelligence
  and
  analytics
  to
  make
  good
  decisions
  regarding
  budgeting,
  prioritizing
  cases,
  and
  pursuing
  new
  practice
  areas
  or
  business
  initiatives
  that
  require
  integrating
  and
  analyzing
  disparate
  data
  repositories.
• Not
  Optimized
  for
  Litigation.
  Firms
  also
  struggle
  with
  relying
  on
  case
  management
  systems
  that
  were
  built
  for
  more
  transactional
  law
  firms
  rather
  than
  litigation
  firms.
  These
  other
  systems
  are
  built
  more
  for
  tracking
  activities
  and
  billing
  by
  the
  hour
  rather
  than
  managing
  complex
  calendaring,
  docketing,
  plaintiffs’
  details,
  large
  complex
  matters,
  collaboration
  with
  co-counsel,
  hybrid
  billing,
  tracking
  communications,
  etc.

Clarra
addresses
all
of
these
business
challenges
and
helps
firms
to
accelerate
growth
and
confidently
move
into
the
future.

Who
are
your
competitors?
Clarra’s
competition
spans
a
wide
spectrum,
from
firms
relying
solely
on
Excel
spreadsheets
and
Microsoft
Outlook
to
manage
their
caseloads
to
those
using
legacy
software
installed
on-premises.

We
find
ourselves
competing
with
a
host
of
case
management
vendors,
including:

• Old
  tech:
  Abacus,
  ActionStep,
  CASEpeer,
  Elite
  Mattersphere,
  MyCase,
  SmartAdvocate,
  TrialWorks.
• Difficult
  to
  implement:
  Litify,
  Filevine.
• Unintegrated
  roll-ups:
  ProfitSolv,
  Paradigm,
  Assembly,
  Neos.
• Not
  designed
  for
  high-volume,
  complex
  litigation:
  Clio

Demo
Video.

See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located? 6/1/2021.
Palo
Alto,
CA.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)? 
Clarra
was
originally
built
for
small
and
midsize
plaintiff
law
firms
and
pivoted
to
make
the
platform
flexible
enough
for
larger
law
firms,
defense
practices,
corporate
legal
departments,
and
legal
support
services.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
Clarra
is
free
to
get
started
to
manage
up
to
5
matters,
and
our
monthly
subscriptions
range
from
$47
to
$85
per
user,
per
month.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
As
we
began
marketing
Clarra
and
meeting
with
prospective
clients,
it
became
apparent
that
Clarra’s
features
fill
a
need
that
is
shared
by
many
larger
defense
firms
and
legal
departments.
These
groups
need
a
solution
that
is
dedicated
to
managing
litigation
throughout
the
process,
through
to
resolution.
Due
to
being
built
with
modern
cloud
architecture,
it
is
possible,
we
daresay
easier,
to
integrate
Clarra
with
the
existing
legal
and
business
technology
that
these
firms
and
departments
have
installed.

One
example
is
a
multinational
law
firm
that
is
using
Clarra
to
manage
its
discrete
service
that
is
dedicated
to
managing
MDLs
for
not
only
their
clients
but
also
for
co-counsel
throughout
their
caseload.

In
another
unexpected
twist,
legal
support
services
vendors
and
public
adjusters
have
become
clients.
These
companies,
like
Clarra,
follow
the
legal
and
litigation
process.
Because
it
is
so
customizable,
we’ve
tailored
the
application
to
fit
their
exact
needs.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
Our
goal
is
to
build
the
best-case
management
platform
in
the
industry,
one
that
is
modern,
full-featured,
simple
to
use,
and
easy
to
implement.

Our
growth
plans
include
expanding
our
features,
expanding
our
sales
and
marketing
focus,
entering
new
international
markets,
and
moving
into
adjacent
sectors
that
require
a
bulletproof
system
for
managing
cases.

Domestically
we
will
continue
to
grow
our
core
base
of
law
firms
and
legal
defense
firms
that
need
litigation
case
management.
We
see
expansion
into
Canada,
the
EU,
and
APAC
regions.

We
will
boost
the
number
of
company
partners
we
will
integrate
into
our
operations
in
the
areas
of
document
management,
payment
processing,
records
retrieval.

We
have
been
finding
success
within
industries
that
are
legal
process
adjacent,
such
as
legal
support
services
and
public
insurance
adjusters.

At
the
same
time,
we
have
been
speaking
to
and
learning
from
professionals
in
the
entertainment
industry.
These
talent
agencies,
production
companies,
and
networks
all
have
an
unmanageable
amount
of
data
and
documentation
that
is
critical
to
the
success
of
their
clients
and
their
clients’
projects.

In
the
longer
term,
we
believe
that
Clarra
can
help
any
SMB
or
services
business
to
replace
the
limiting
use
of
spreadsheets
to
manage
their
operations.
This
expands
our
addressable
market
significantly
to
the
millions
of
companies
and
departments
that
currently
manage
their
businesses
using
spreadsheets,
Google
Drive,
and
email.

Have
you
received
outside
funding? No
outside
funding

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
Keao
Caindec,
Co-Founder
and
CEO,
is
of
Native
Hawaiian
descent.
Eugenia
Gueorguieva,
Co-Founder
and
Head
of
Product
Management,
is
a
woman.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
40%
of
our
workforce
are
women.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?
Part
of
our
mission
is
to
help
firms
do
more
good.
As
part
of
that,
we
provide
pro-bono
and
discounted
services
to
non-profits,
universities,
and
public
defenders.
We
also
regularly
volunteer
in
our
communities.

---

Company.
Loom
Analytics.

Elevator
Pitch.
Loom
Analytics’
products
turn
speech
into
information
to
power
litigation
workflows,
including
eDiscovery,
Deposition
and
Trials.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative?
We
focus
on
providing
the
most
accurate
results
using
custom
AI
models
for
speech
extraction
and
analysis
for
each
step
in
the
workflow,
instead
of
using
general
intelligence
models,
to
minimize
hallucinations.
Given
the
anticipated
increase
in
A/V
evidence
in
criminal
and
civil
proceedings,
and
no
solution
that
provides
the
ability
to
analyze
this
evidence
at
scale,
makes
Loom
Analytics’
products
unique.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve?
Loom
Analytics
has
a
suite
of
products
centered
around
its
speech
engine
that
provide
civil
and
criminal
lawyers
the
ability
to
convert
audio
and
video
files
into
verbatim
text,
summaries,
custom
analysis
and
redactions
for
different
workflows
in
legal
operations.

Who
are
your
competitors?
Loom
Analytics’
competitors
are
manual
administrative
service
providers
that
currently
work
in
these
different
workflows.

Demo
Video.

See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located? 
6/13/2022.
Toronto,
Canada.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)?
Our
target
customer
is
law
firms
and
in-house
counsel
for
companies
that
deal
with
high
volumes
of
A/V
evidence,
depositions
and
trials.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
Monthly
subscription
for
different
services
plus
usage
based
charge
(starting
at
$0.18/audio
minute).

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
We
have
clients
in
the
US,
Canada,
UK
and
Australia.
Over
the
past
twi
years,
we
have
grown
our
revenue
4X
and
our
customers
include
some
of
the
largest
legal
service
providers
in
the
world.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
Over
the
next
five
years,
we
will
be
growing
through
outbound
sales
to
ALSPs,
in-house
counsels
and
eDiscovery
departments.
In
addition,
we
will
be
integrating
with
software
providers
that
currently
already
service
these
markets
and
need
support
with
A/V
data
processing.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
Grants
and
personal
investments
of
$1.5M.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
The
company’s
founder
is
a
woman
of
color,
the
Chief
of
Staff
is
a
woman,
and
the
Head
of
Technology
is
a
man
of
color.
The
racial
and
gender
breakdown
of
our
entire
team
resembles
that
of
our
leadership
team.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
We
post
our
jobs
in
a
wide
variety
of
colleges
and
universities
across
the
country,
and
run
a
recruitment
process
that
is
focused
on
testing
the
candidates
on
the
skills
required
to
perform
the
job.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?
While
Loom
Analytics
was
founded
nine
years
ago,
it
has
been
through
a
couple
of
pivots
since
then,
and
the
current
product
line
was
started
in
2022
and
is
two
years
old.

---

Company.
Occam’s
Ops.

Elevator
Pitch.
Imagine
a
world
where
your
data
is
not
just
secure
but
impregnable,
where
efficiency
meets
compliance
in
the
face
of
ever-growing
cyber
threats.
Enter
CounselVault:
an
on-premises,
AI-driven
legal
assistant,
designed
specifically
for
you.

CounselVault
secures
your
data
so
it’s
not
just
behind
a
firewall;
it’s
physically
isolated
from
the
internet.
It’s
your
data,
your
AI,
on
your
terms.
Make
your
firm
the
fortress
of
legal
excellence
it
deserves
to
be
with
CounselVault!

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative?

• On-Premises
  Security
  with
  AI
  Power.
  CounselVault
  brings
  cutting-edge
  AI
  technology
  directly
  to
  your
  office.
  By
  operating
  entirely
  on-premises,
  it
  provides
  the
  power
  of
  a
  state-of-the-art
  Large
  Language
  Model
  (LLM)
  combined
  with
  the
  unmatched
  security
  of
  local
  and
  private
  data
  storage
  and
  processing.
• Designed
  Specifically
  for
  Small
  Law
  Firms
  and
  Solo
  Practitioners.
• Unlike
  generic
  legal
  tech
  solutions
  or
  expensive
  enterprise-level
  tools,
  CounselVault
  is
  purpose-built
  for
  small
  law
  firms
  and
  solo
  practitioners.
  It
  offers
  high-level
  functionality
  without
  unnecessary
  complexity
  or
  cost.
  This
  focus
  on
  accessibility
  and
  ease-of-use
  ensures
  that
  firms
  with
  limited
  resources
  can
  still
  harness
  the
  power
  of
  advanced
  AI.
• Hardware
  and
  Software
  Integration
  for
  Seamless
  Operation.
  CounselVault
  combines
  robust
  hardware
  with
  intuitive
  software
  to
  deliver
  an
  integrated
  solution.
  The
  system
  is
  easy
  to
  deploy,
  works
  with
  existing
  document
  management
  workflows,
  and
  does
  not
  require
  extensive
  IT
  infrastructure.
  This
  blend
  of
  simplicity
  and
  sophistication
  makes
  CounselVault
  ideal
  for
  firms
  seeking
  immediate
  value
  without
  technical
  hurdles.
• Work
  Product
  as
  a
  Living
  Library.
  CounselVault
  transforms
  a
  law
  firm’s
  historical
  work
  product
  into
  an
  active
  resource.
  Instead
  of
  letting
  years
  of
  legal
  expertise
  sit
  unused
  in
  archives,
  the
  system
  makes
  it
  instantly
  accessible
  and
  actionable.
  By
  turning
  your
  firm’s
  experience
  into
  a
  living
  library,
  CounselVault
  ensures
  every
  attorney
  has
  the
  tools
  to
  create
  high-quality
  work
  efficiently.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve?

1
–
Compliance
and
Control

• The
  Office
  of
  Inspector
  General
  (OIG)
  published
  a
  November
  2024
  report
  on
  the
  HIPAA
  audit
  program
  by
  the
  Department
  of
  Health
  and
  Human
  Services
  (HHS)
  and
  revealed
  a
  stark
  reality.
  Cyberattacks
  are
  rising,
  with
  a
  239%
  increase
  in
  large
  breaches
  over
  the
  past
  four
  years
  alone.
  As
  a
  microcosm
  of
  data
  vulnerability,
  the
  healthcare
  sector
  shows
  us
  what
  lies
  ahead
  if
  we
  don’t
  act.
• HHS’
  audits
  were
  narrow,
  focusing
  on
  just
  8
  out
  of
  180
  HIPAA
  rules
  and
  neglecting
  other
  physical
  and
  technical
  safeguards.
  Entities
  are
  vulnerable,
  not
  just
  to
  breaches
  but
  to
  the
  legal
  liabilities
  that
  follow.
• CounselVault
  solves
  this
  problem
  with
  an
  on-premises,
  air
  gapped
  system
  that
  physically
  isolates
  your
  data
  from
  the
  internet.
  Unlike
  cloud-based
  solutions,
  CounselVault
  eliminates
  the
  risks
  of
  data
  breaches
  and
  ensures
  compliance
  with
  strict
  confidentiality
  requirements.
• With
  the
  OIG
  highlighting
  HHS’
  failure
  to
  enforce
  timely
  corrections
  or
  deficiencies,
  don’t
  get
  caught
  in
  the
  same
  net.
  CounselVault
  gives
  you
  control
  over
  your
  data,
  ensuring
  compliance
  with
  HIPAA
  and
  beyond.
  We
  designed
  CounselVault
  to
  evolve
  with
  legal
  standards,
  without
  the
  hassle
  of
  constant
  manual
  updates.

2
–
Unmatched
Reliability.

• Since
  its
  launch
  in
  November
  2022,
  OpenAI’s
  ChatGPT
  unexpectedly
  went
  offline
  with
  significant
  downtimes
  at
  least
  four
  times.
  While
  other
  solutions
  might
  just
  be
  a
  thin
  wrapper
  over
  ChatGPT,
  CounselVault
  operates
  independently
  of
  the
  internet.
  It
  will
  never
  leave
  you
  at
  the
  mercy
  of
  OpenAI’s
  ChatGPT
  servers.
  CounselVault
  is
  your
  AI
  that
  secures
  your
  data
  on
  your
  terms.

3
–
Inefficient
Workflows.

• Creating
  legal
  work
  product
  is
  often
  time-intensive
  and
  repetitive.
  Attorneys
  must
  frequently
  draft
  documents
  from
  scratch
  or
  manually
  sift
  through
  archives
  of
  past
  work
  to
  find
  relevant
  templates,
  wasting
  valuable
  time
  that
  could
  be
  spent
  on
  strategic
  tasks
  or
  billable
  client
  work.
  This
  inefficiency
  can
  hinder
  productivity
  and
  increase
  operational
  costs.
• The
  integration
  of
  Retrieval
  Augmented
  Generation
  (RAG)
  for
  workflow
  optimization
  allows
  CounselVault
  to
  go
  beyond
  simple
  document
  search.
  It
  retrieves
  the
  most
  relevant
  documents
  from
  your
  existing
  work
  product,
  analyzes
  them,
  and
  tailors
  them
  into
  template
  drafts.
  This
  not
  only
  saves
  time
  but
  ensures
  accuracy
  and
  continuity,
  allowing
  attorneys
  to
  leverage
  their
  previous
  successes
  while
  tailoring
  work
  for
  current
  matters.

4
–
Limited
Resources
for
Legal
Technology.

• Advanced
  legal
  tech
  solutions
  are
  often
  designed
  for
  large
  firms
  with
  significant
  budgets
  and
  IT
  departments.
  Small
  law
  firms
  and
  solo
  practitioners
  frequently
  find
  themselves
  priced
  out
  of
  such
  innovations
  or
  burdened
  by
  systems
  that
  are
  too
  complex
  or
  cumbersome
  for
  their
  needs.
• CounselVault
  is
  designed
  specifically
  for
  small
  law
  firms
  and
  solo
  practitioners,
  offering
  cutting-edge
  AI
  capabilities
  without
  the
  complexity
  or
  on-going
  costs
  of
  enterprise-level
  solutions.

5
–
Inconsistent
Quality
in
Legal
Drafting.

• When
  attorneys
  are
  under
  pressure
  to
  deliver
  quickly,
  quality
  can
  suffer.
  Without
  a
  reliable
  system
  for
  retrieving
  and
  reusing
  high-quality
  past
  work,
  firms
  face
  the
  risk
  of
  errors,
  omissions,
  or
  inconsistency
  in
  their
  legal
  documents.
  This
  can
  negatively
  impact
  client
  satisfaction
  and
  case
  outcomes.
• By
  using
  past
  successful
  work
  as
  a
  foundation,
  CounselVault
  enhances
  the
  accuracy,
  consistency,
  and
  professionalism
  of
  legal
  documents.
  Attorneys
  can
  deliver
  high-quality
  results
  faster,
  leading
  to
  better
  client
  outcomes.

6
–
Future-Proofing
Your
Firm.

• The
  legal
  landscape
  is
  changing
  and
  AI
  is
  becoming
  a
  standard,
  not
  an
  exception.
  CounselVault
  provides
  quick
  access
  to
  accurate
  work
  already
  tailored
  to
  your
  needs
  while
  reducing
  errors.
  As
  regulators
  and
  developers
  try
  to
  out-accelerate
  each
  other,
  CounselVault
  will
  enable
  you
  keep
  pace
  while
  remaining
  compliant.

The
OIG
report
is
a
wake-up
call,
not
just
for
healthcare
but
for
every
sector
dealing
with
sensitive
data.
Don’t
wait
and
become
the
next
headline
in
a
data
breach
story.
Adopt
this
technology
now
and
get
CounselVault
to
secure
your
present
while
investing
in
your
firm’s
resilience
and
competitive
edge.

Who
are
your
competitors?
CounselVault
operates
in
a
competitive
landscape
of
legal
document
management
and
automation
solutions.
Notable
competitors
include:

• A
  cloud-based
  document
  and
  email
  management
  system
  tailored
  for
  law
  firms,
  offering
  features
  like
  full-text
  search,
  version
  management,
  and
  integrated
  OCR.
• Provides
  comprehensive
  cloud-based
  legal
  practice
  management
  software
  with
  document
  management
  capabilities,
  including
  secure
  sharing,
  version
  history,
  and
  integration
  with
  tools
  like
  DocuSign.
• iManage
  Work.
  Document
  and
  email
  management
  solution
  designed
  for
  legal
  professionals
  that
  focuses
  on
  security
  and
  collaboration.
  iManage
  Work
  still
  supports
  but
  reportedly
  stopped
  selling
  its
  on-premises
  solution,
  presumably,
  because
  it
  requires
  significant
  server
  infrastructure
  to
  run
  adequately.
• A
  cloud-based
  document
  and
  email
  management
  platform
  offering
  AI-enabled
  legal
  document
  automation
  and
  secure
  collaboration
  tools.
• A
  cloud-based
  solution
  that
  specializes
  in
  document
  automation
  for
  legal
  professionals,
  enabling
  the
  creation
  of
  automated
  workflows
  and
  client
  intake
  processes.
• Primarily
  a
  cloud-based
  contract
  lifecycle
  management
  software
  with
  AI
  capabilities
  for
  contract
  creation,
  document
  storage,
  and
  contract
  management.
• Primarily
  a
  cloud-based
  AI-powered
  platform
  offering
  contract
  analysis
  and
  management,
  providing
  insights
  into
  contract
  terms
  and
  clauses.
• A
  cloud-based,
  no-code
  platform
  that
  enables
  legal
  teams
  to
  automate
  workflows
  and
  document
  creation
  using
  AI
  to
  focus
  on
  simplifying
  complex
  processes.
• A
  cloud-based
  legal
  case
  management
  software
  built
  on
  Amazon
  Web
  Services
  (AWS)
  that
  centralizes
  information
  with
  tools
  for
  document
  editing,
  case
  management,
  and
  task
  automation.
• Combines
  practice
  management
  and
  accounting
  solutions
  for
  law
  firms,
  integrating
  various
  operational
  aspects.
  Designed
  to
  run
  either
  on-premises
  or
  in
  the
  cloud.

Each
of
these
competitors
provides
distinct
features
but
most
of
them
focus
on
cloud-based
deployment
models.

Demo
Video.

See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located? 12/5/2023.
San
Clemente,
CA.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)? CounselVault
is
tailored
to
meet
the
specific
needs
of:

• Small
  law
  firms
  with
  limited
  resources
  that
  require
  efficient,
  secure,
  and
  cost-effective
  solutions
  for
  managing
  and
  retrieving
  legal
  documents.
• Solo
  practitioners
  seeking
  to
  streamline
  their
  workflow,
  enhance
  productivity,
  and
  maintain
  control
  over
  sensitive
  client
  information
  without
  relying
  on
  expensive
  cloud-based
  services.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
Customers
own
a
custom-built
AI
system
after
spending
approximately
$15,000
for
up-front
hardware
and
installation,
depending
on
their
existing
systems.
An
additional
$200/month
subscription
includes
maintenance
and
tech
support
for
unlimited
users.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
The
ABA
Law
Practice
Division’s
2023
Cloud
Computing
Tech
Report
found
that
40%
of
the
lawyers
surveyed
were
concerned
with
a
lack
of
control
over
data,
while
another
62%
worried
about
confidentiality
and
security.

LawSites
published
an
article
on
October
7,
2024,
titled
‘AI
Adoption
By
Legal
Professionals
Jumps
19%
to
79%
in
One
Year,
Clio
Study
Finds,’
which
highlights
the
rapidly
increasing
demand
for
AI
in
the
legal
tech
industry.

The
AI
market
is
hot,
and
Occam’s
Ops
adds
prospective
clients
daily
to
its
waitlist
for
CounselVault.
Customer
interviews
confirm
a
strong
demand
for
our
air
gapped,
on
premises
AI-powered
document
management
system.
If
selected
to
pitch
at
Startup
Alley,
Occam’s
Ops
can
showcase
a
fully
developed
and
successfully
tested
CounselVault
prototype
that
reduces
drafting
time
by
at
least
30%.
We
also
built
a
robust
go-to-market
strategy
targeting
1,000
law
firms
next
year
and
we
secured
early
interest
from
regional
professional
organizations.
With
a
skilled
team
and
clear
product-market
fit,
we
are
well-positioned
to
capture
this
growing
market
segment.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.

1
–
Establish
Market
Dominance.

• Cement
  CounselVault
  as
  the
  go-to
  solution
  for
  small
  law
  firms
  by
  achieving
  a
  strong
  customer
  satisfaction
  rating
  and
  high
  retention.
• Develop
  a
  user
  community
  to
  encourage
  peer-to-peer
  learning
  and
  advocacy.

2
–
Innovation
and
R&D.

• Stay
  ahead
  of
  competitors
  by
  investing
  in
  AI
  advancements,
  such
  as
  predictive
  client
  outcomes
  or
  automated
  compliance
  checks.
• Explore
  compatibility
  with
  private
  cloud
  or
  hybrid
  solutions
  to
  expand
  deployment
  options.

3
–
Evaluate
Exit
or
Expansion
Opportunities.

• Explore
  strategic
  acquisitions
  to
  grow
  further
  or
  enhance
  capabilities.
• Prepare
  for
  a
  potential
  acquisition
  by
  a
  larger
  legal
  tech
  company
  or
  a
  private
  equity
  exit.
• Alternatively,
  consider
  scaling
  operations
  through
  additional
  funding
  rounds
  to
  target
  larger
  firms.

4
–
Revenue
Goals.

• Capture
  a
  significant
  share
  of
  the
  small
  law
  firm
  market.
• Achieve
  ARR
  of
  $10–20
  million
  with
  sustained
  profitability.

5
–
Key
Success
Factors.

• Customer-Centric
  Approach:
  Continuously
  adapt
  the
  product
  based
  on
  customer
  needs
  and
  feedback.
• Scalability:
  Build
  systems
  and
  infrastructure
  that
  can
  scale
  to
  meet
  growing
  demand.
• Thought
  Leadership:
  Position
  Occam’s
  Ops
  as
  an
  authority
  in
  legal
  tech
  innovation
  for
  small
  practices.
• Data
  Security:
  Maintain
  a
  competitive
  edge
  by
  emphasizing
  unparalleled
  security
  and
  control
  for
  law
  firms.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
Less
than
$1M
in
outside
funding.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
CounselVault
was
developed
by
Occam’s
Ops,
a
woman-owned,
California
Benefit
Corporation.
Occam’s
Ops
offers
mentorship
and
internship
opportunities
to
STEM
applicants
under
the
Department
of
Homeland
Security
U.S.
Immigration
and
Customs
Enforcement’s
Optional
Practical
Training
Program.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?

1
–
Promoting
Representation
in
Legal
Tech.

• As
  a
  woman-owned
  business,
  Occam’s
  Ops
  challenges
  the
  status-quo
  in
  the
  majority
  male
  legal
  tech
  industry.
• Occam’s
  Ops
  strives
  to
  demonstrate
  that
  innovation
  and
  leadership
  are
  accessible
  to
  all.

2
–
Fostering
Inclusive
Hiring
Practices.

• Occam’s
  Ops
  is
  building
  a
  team
  that
  reflects
  the
  diversity
  of
  its
  customer
  base.
  This
  includes
  hiring
  the
  best
  qualified
  people,
  with
  diverse
  perspectives,
  regardless
  of
  gender,
  race,
  age
  or
  background.
• Occam’s
  Ops
  currently
  offers
  mentorship
  and
  internship
  opportunities
  for
  applicants
  to
  the
  Department
  of
  Homeland
  Security
  U.S.
  Immigration
  and
  Customs
  Enforcement’s
  Science,
  Technology,
  Engineering
  &
  Mathematics
  Optional
  Practical
  Training
  Program
  (STEM
  OPT,
  ICE
  Form
  I-983).

3
–
Creating
Accessible
Solutions
for
Underserved
Law
Practices:

• Supporting
  Small
  and
  Solo
  Firms:
  CounselVault
  is
  designed
  to
  empower
  smaller
  law
  firms
  and
  solo
  practitioners,
  many
  of
  which
  are
  led
  by
  women
  or
  serve
  underrepresented
  communities.
• Affordable
  Technology:
  By
  providing
  affordable,
  secure,
  and
  powerful
  AI
  tools,
  CounselVault
  ensures
  that
  firms
  without
  large
  budgets
  can
  still
  compete
  with
  larger
  practices,
  leveling
  the
  playing
  field.

4
–
Building
Partnerships
with
Diverse
Organizations.

• Collaborating
  with
  Women’s
  Legal
  Associations:
  Occam’s
  Ops
  partners
  with
  women’s
  legal
  professional
  associations
  and
  organizations,
  like
  Women
  in
  E-Discovery
  (WiE),
  to
  promote
  its
  solutions
  while
  supporting
  initiatives
  to
  encourage
  women
  in
  leadership
  roles.
• Engaging
  with
  Minority-Owned
  Firms:
  Occam’s
  Ops
  actively
  seeks
  to
  understand
  the
  unique
  challenges
  faced
  by
  minority-owned
  law
  firms,
  tailoring
  its
  offerings
  to
  better
  serve
  them.

5
–
Empowering
Women
in
Law
and
Tech.

• Women-Centric
  Initiatives:
  Occam’s
  Ops
  supports
  initiatives
  that
  empower
  women
  in
  law,
  such
  as
  leadership
  training
  programs
  and
  events
  designed
  for
  women
  attorneys
  and
  technologists.
• Encouraging
  Entrepreneurship:
  As
  a
  woman-owned
  business,
  Occam’s
  Ops
  actively
  encourages
  and
  supports
  other
  women
  entrepreneurs
  in
  the
  legal
  tech
  space,
  fostering
  a
  culture
  of
  collaboration
  and
  mutual
  success.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?

Here
are
more
reasons
why
we
believe
CounselVault
truly
stands
out
and
why
Occam’s
Ops
is
worthy
of
this
opportunity:

• Our
  Commitment
  to
  Security
  and
  Trust.
  In
  a
  world
  where
  data
  breaches
  and
  privacy
  concerns
  dominate
  headlines,
  CounselVault
  offers
  a
  uniquely
  secure,
  on-premises
  air
  gapped
  solution
  that
  gives
  law
  firms
  full
  control
  of
  their
  sensitive
  client
  information.
  This
  commitment
  to
  security
  isn’t
  just
  a
  feature
  —
  it’s
  a
  foundational
  principle
  that
  addresses
  one
  of
  the
  legal
  industry’s
  greatest
  pain
  points.
• Mission-Driven
  Leadership.
  As
  a
  woman-owned
  California
  Benefit
  Corporation,
  we
  are
  deeply
  committed
  to
  expanding
  access
  to
  underserved
  communities
  in
  both
  the
  legal
  and
  tech
  industries.
  This
  focus
  not
  only
  enriches
  our
  business
  but
  also
  positions
  Occam’s
  Ops
  and
  CounselVault
  as
  socially
  responsible
  brands
  that
  resonate
  with
  customers
  who
  value
  efficiency
  and
  optimization
  while
  they
  strictly
  adhere
  to
  their
  professional
  responsibilities.
• Scalable
  Vision.
  While
  we’re
  starting
  with
  small
  law
  firms
  and
  solo
  practitioners,
  our
  vision
  extends
  far
  beyond
  this
  initial
  market.
  Our
  modular
  platform
  is
  designed
  to
  grow
  with
  firms,
  adapt
  to
  mid-sized
  and
  larger
  practices,
  and
  expand
  internationally
  to
  address
  global
  legal
  challenges.
  CounselVault’s
  potential
  market
  reach
  is
  immense.
• Team
  and
  Execution.
  We
  have
  assembled
  a
  team
  with
  deep
  expertise
  in
  legal
  tech,
  AI,
  and
  customer-centric
  design.
  Coupled
  with
  our
  focused
  go-to-market
  strategy,
  we
  are
  well-positioned
  to
  execute
  efficiently
  and
  deliver
  results
  that
  exceed
  expectations.
• TECHSHOW
  Alignment.
  We
  are
  not
  just
  looking
  for
  exposure;
  we’re
  looking
  to
  sync
  with
  those
  in
  the
  legal
  tech
  community
  who
  share
  our
  vision
  for
  innovation,
  trust,
  and
  impact.
  An
  opportunity
  to
  present
  at
  the
  Startup
  Alley
  Pitch
  competition
  would
  propel
  us
  to
  achieve
  the
  ambitious
  goals
  we’ve
  set,
  and
  we’re
  excited
  about
  the
  possibility
  of
  presenting
  at
  such
  a
  prestigious
  event.
• Exciting
  Momentum.
  Finally,
  while
  we’re
  early
  in
  our
  journey,
  we
  already
  validated
  our
  product
  concept
  with
  potential
  customers
  and
  identified
  significant
  demand
  in
  the
  market.
  We
  are
  confident
  that
  with
  more
  exposure,
  we
  can
  secure
  the
  funding
  we
  need
  to
  scale
  CounselVault
  into
  a
  market
  leader
  in
  legal
  tech.

Thank
you
for
the
opportunity
to
share
our
vision.
We
would
gladly
address
any
other
questions
or
dive
deeper
into
any
aspect
of
our
business.

---

Company.
descrybe,
LLC

Elevator
Pitch.
Descrybe.ai
is
on
a
mission
to
democratize
access
to
the
law.
Founded
in
2023
in
Boston,
our
platform
transforms
complex
legal
information
into
simplified,
natural-language,
searchable
summaries
available
in
both
standard
and
simplified
English
and
Spanish.
By
offering
comprehensive
case
law
research
and
reducing
legal
costs,
Descrybe.ai
empowers
users
with
the
tools
and
knowledge
to
navigate
the
traditionally
complex
and
costly
world
of
legal
research.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative?
The
most
innovative
thing
about
descrybe.ai
is
that
we
are
committed
to
creating
state-of-the-art
legal
research
tools
that
are
truly
affordable
and
accessible.
We
are
also
focused
on
opening
access
to
case
law
research
specifically.
In
other
words,
we
don’t
want
to
try
to
do
everything.
We
want
to
do
one
thing
and
to
do
it
very
well.
And
that
one
thing
is
case
law
research
for
everyone.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve?
We
are
providing
an
alternative
to
the
established
(and
expensive)
legal
research
tools
on
the
market.
We
are
not
trying
to
replace
the
big
guys,
rather
we
are
trying
to
create
a
meaningful
alternative
for
those
priced
out
of
the
usual
tools.
We
also
see
our
platform
as
a
supplemental
tool
for
anyone
doing
legal
research,
not
just
for
those
who
can’t
afford
other
options.

Who
are
your
competitors?
Depending
on
how
you
look
at
it,
we
either
have
many
competitors
or
none
at
all.
That
is
because
nobody
is
doing
things
exactly
the
way
we
are.
But
we
do
look
to
the
following
companies
as
part
of
the
same
general
area
we
are
in:
Spellbook,
Paxton
AI,
vLex,
LexisNexis,
Westlaw,
Harvey.
Really
anyone
in
the
case
law
research
space,
which
is
a
lot
of
people.

Demo
Video.

See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located?
6/30/2023.
Newton,
MA.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)?
This
has
evolved
a
bit
since
our
launch.
At
first,
we
thought
we
might
be
more
for
pro-se
litigants,
but
over
the
past
year
we
are
seeing
that
we
are
mainly
used
by
legal
professionals.
We
do
think
we
are
useful
to
anyone
who
needs
to
do
case
law
research
and
our
new
Legal
Research
Toolkit
will
be
aimed
specifically
at
legal
professionals.
We
are
targeting
anyone
who
is
either
priced
out
of
the
current
legal
research
market
or
is
looking
for
supplemental
AI-powered
tools.
We
expect
to
refine
our
target
market
over
2025
once
we
have
our
first
paid
tool
in
the
market.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service? The
current
search
tool
is
free
and
will
remain
so.
The
Legal
Research
Toolkit
will
be
around
$20
a
month
for
commercial
use
and
$10
for
personal.
We
may
offer
some
free
access.
We
are
working
through
the
pricing
now
and
will
have
this
set
by
April.
We
expect
to
launch
this
in
early
2025.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
While
we
don’t
currently
track
users,
we
do
measure
our
traction
in
a
few
ways,
namely
database
size,
search
volume,
advisors,
awards,
media
coverage,
and
user
feedback.
Here
is
a
sampling
of
these
metrics
from
the
past
18
months
since
we
launched.

Database
size.
To
date,
we’ve
made
over
3.6
million
judicial
opinions
from
across
the
United
States
searchable
and
summarized,
including
decisions
from
state
supreme
courts,
appellate
courts,
federal
district
courts,
federal
appellate
courts,
and
the
U.S.
Supreme
Court
(see
our

Opinion
Tracker
for
more
details).

Searches.
To
date,
we
estimate
that
there
have
been
hundred
of
thousands
of
searches
on
the
descrybe.ai
platform
and
well
over
10K
users.

Advisors

• Daniel
  Dazza
  Greenwood,
  Founder
  of
  CIVICS.com,
  Researcher
  at
  MIT
  Media
  Lab,
  and
  Lecturer
  at
  MIT
  Connection
  Science.
• Megan
  Ma,
  Research
  Fellow
  and
  the
  Associate,
  Director
  of
  the
  Stanford
  Program
  in
  Law,
  Science,
  and
  Technology
  and
  the
  Stanford
  Center
  for
  Legal
  Informatics
  (CodeX).
• Rebecca
  Fordon,
  Reference
  Librarian
  &
  Adjunct
  Professor
  at
  The
  Ohio
  State
  University
  Moritz
  College
  of
  Law.
• Sean
  A.
  Harrington,
  Director
  of
  Technology
  and
  Innovation
  at
  the
  University
  of
  Oklahoma
  College
  of
  Law.

Awards

• ABA
  TECHSHOW
  Startup
  Alley
  2024
  Semifinalist.
• Legalweek
  Leaders
  in
  Tech
  Law
  Awards
  2024
  Finalist.
• Webby
  Awards
  2024
  Finalist.
• ABA
  Women
  of
  Legal
  Tech
  2024
  Honoree.
• Anthem
  Awards
  2024
  Silver
  Winner
  —
  Best
  Use
  of
  AI.
• BostInno
  Fire
  Awards
  2024
  Honoree.
  American
  Legal
  Technology
  Awards
  2024
  Finalist

Media

Too
many
to
list
–

see
them
all
here,

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years. Our
plans
are
based
on
monetization
and
building
affordable
and
accessible
tools
on
top
of
our
vast
database.
By
the
time
the
TECHSHOW
rolls
around,
we
will
have
several
products
in
market
as
a
part
of
our
Legal
Research
Tool
Kit.
If
the
timing
works
out
well,
we
could
try
to
align
a
product
release
for
the
same
time
as
the
Startup
Alley
demos.
We
are
working
on
something
really
big
that
I
can’t
even
hint
at,
but
there
is
a
chance
it
will
be
ready
by
April,
and
we
could
debut
it
in
Chicago.

Have
you
received
outside
funding? No
outside
funding

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
One
of
our
founders
is
a
woman
(and
is
an
ABA
Women
of
Legal
Tech
2024
Honoree).
Both
of
our
founders
are
over
the
age
of
50,
which
is
unusual
in
tech.
Finally,
two
out
of
four
advisors
are
women.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
Our
co-founder
Kara
Peterson
has
become
a
prominent
figure
in
both
the
women
in
legal
tech
and
women
in
AI
ecosystems.
She
is
a
frequent
guest
on
podcasts
and
in
person
events
that
focus
on
AI
overall
and
especially
on
women
in
AI.
She
is
also
an
emerging
expert
in
discussions
around
ethical
AI
and
the
dangers
of
bias
in
AI.
But
beyond
that,
our
solution
is
targeted
at
access
to
law
issues,
which
we
know
disproportionately
affect
marginalized
communities.
We
hope
that
our
platform
can
help
with
access
to
justice
issues
by
addressing
access
to
law
issues.
We
are
concerned
that
if
legal
AI
is
only
used
to
make
the
already
well-served
better
served,
we
have
missed
a
huge
A2J
opportunity.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know? Our
co-founder
Kara
Peterson
is
presenting
twice
at
the
TECHSHOW
this
year.
Her
two
sessions
are
AI
and
Access
to
Justice
and
Women
in
Legal
Tech:
Past
Progress,
Present
Challenges,
and
Future
Opportunities.
In
addition,
and
as
mentioned
before,
she
is
one
of
only
seven
ABA
Women
of
Legal
Tech
for
2024,
it
would
be
great
to
have
her
as
a
part
of
the
startup
alley
this
year!
And
while
we
did
make
it
to
the
semifinals
last
year,
the
platform
has
been
completely
rewritten
and
is
really
all
new
so
worth
giving
us
another
shot!

---

Company.
Dyspute.ai.

Elevator
Pitch.

Dyspute
is
revolutionizing
dispute
resolution
with
Adri,
the
world’s
first
AI
mediator,
launching
in
February
2025.
Dyspute
streamlines
conflict
resolution
by
helping
companies
settle
disputes
efficiently,
affordably,
and
fairly.
Our
platform
starts
with
an
AI-powered
demand
letter
generator
and
evolves
into
AI-led
mediation,
using
interest-based
and
gamified
negotiation
to
craft
resolutions.
Dyspute
empowers
businesses
to
reduce
costs,
save
time,
and
maintain
valuable
relationships.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? Dyspute
is
the
first
platform
to
integrate
AI
into
every
stage
of
dispute
resolution,
from
generating
and
responding
to
demand
letters
to
interest-based
AI
mediation
with
Adri,
our
empathetic,
goal-oriented
chatbot.
We’re
transforming
how
disputes
are
resolved
by
legal
professionals,
businesses,
and
ADR
providers.
By
embedding
AI
into
these
processes,
we
reduce
costs,
save
time,
and
preserve
relationships,
setting
a
new
standard
for
affordable
and
scalable
dispute
resolution.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve? Resolving
disputes
can
be
expensive,
time-consuming,
and
emotionally
draining.
Dyspute
solves
this
by
offering
an
affordable,
streamlined
alternative.
Our
AI-led
platform
can
generate
demand
letters
and
demand
letter
responses,
plus
facilitate
mediation,
helping
lawyers
resolve
conflicts
faster,
while
in-house
teams
can
use
it
to
mitigate
disputes
early
and
effectively.
ADR
providers
can
offer
our
product
as
a
more
affordable
solution
for
those
who
cannot
afford
traditional
mediation.

Who
are
your
competitors?
There
are
none,
we
are
the
world’s
first
AI-led
dispute
resolution
platform.
While
there
are
some
companies
offering
AI
demand
letter
generation
there
are
no
companies
offering
AI
mediation.
We
see
ourselves
as
complementary
to
ODR
and
ADR
providers,
providing
first-line,
risk-free
dispute
resolution
at
an
affordable
price
point.

Demo
Video.

See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located?
3/17/2024.
We
are
fully
remote,
but
HQ
is
in
Dover,
N.H.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)?

• Lawyers
  and
  Law
  Firms:
  Tools
  for
  drafting
  demand
  letters
  and
  mediating
  client
  disputes
  affordably
  and
  efficiently.
  A
  resource
  to
  streamline
  workflows
  and
  provide
  clients
  with
  innovative,
  tech-driven
  solutions.
• In-House
  Legal
  Teams:
  Incorporate
  AI
  Mediation
  into
  Terms
  of
  Service
  as
  a
  mandatory
  first
  step
  before
  arbitration,
  reducing
  legal
  costs
  and
  preserving
  relationships.
  A
  scalable
  solution
  for
  managing
  high
  volumes
  of
  disputes
  across
  other
  contracts
  or
  agreements.
• ADR
  Providers
  (e.g.,
  JAMS,
  AAA,
  mediation
  programs):
  Offer
  Dyspute
  as
  a
  low-cost
  alternative
  to
  traditional
  mediation.
  Attract
  new
  clients
  by
  providing
  an
  accessible,
  affordable,
  tech-enabled
  option
  for
  dispute
  resolution.
• Other
  Legal
  Professionals:
  Courts,
  legal
  aid
  organizations,
  and
  community
  mediation
  programs
  can
  use
  Dyspute
  to
  increase
  access
  to
  affordable
  dispute
  resolution
  for
  underserved
  populations.

Full
disclosure:
We
will
also
be
offering
a
B2C
AI
mediation
solution
on
our
website,
but
our
GTM
efforts
for
AI
mediation
will
be
focused
on
B2B.
Our
demand
letter
generator
was
launched
in
June
2024
and
is
being
used
by
both
individual
consumers
and
lawyers/law
firms.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
Two
of
our
executives
come
from
gaming
so
we
are
adopting
a
freemium
model.
The
AI
mediation
is
free
if
the
dispute
is
not
resolved
and
$100
if
it
is
resolved.
This
price
includes
a
simple
settlement
agreement
for
the
parties
to
sign.
Demand
letter
packages
currently
run
from
$20-30.
We
are
currently
in
the
process
of
setting
our
SaaS
subscription
pricing.”

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction. Dyspute
launched
its
first
feature,
an
AI-powered
demand
letter
generator,
in
mid-2024.
Early
traction
includes
14
paying
customers,
primarily
in
property-
and
workplace-related
disputes,
providing
valuable
feedback
and
data
to
refine
our
offering.
We
have
had
14,000+
website
visitors
and
1,100+
active
users
since
launch.
Dyspute
also
won
the
grand
prize
at
BubbleCon’s
recent
demo
day,
receiving
$5,000
to
launch
Adri,
our
AI
mediator,
in
Q1
2025.
We’ve
secured
meetings
with
4
VCs
and
one
global
ADR
provider
(at
their
request),
and
quickly
formed
a
strong
executive
and
advisory
team.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.

Year
1
(2025):
Launch
Adri
in
Q1
2025.
Focus
on
B2B
partnerships
with
law
firms,
ADR
providers,
HR
departments,
and
in-house
legal
teams.
Secure
pilot
programs
with
online
businesses
to
integrate
Adri
into
their
terms
of
service.

Years
2–3
(2026–2027):
Scale
through
partnerships
with
large
online
businesses
and
ADR
organizations,
offering
white-label
solutions.
Expand
integrations
into
customer
service
platforms
(ZenDesk,
etc.)
and
court
systems.
Invest
in
product
development,
adding
multi-language
support
and
advanced
AI
features.

Years
4–5
(2028–2029):
Expand
Dyspute
into
a
full-service
marketplace
for
(human)
mediators
and
lawyers,
sitting
atop
our
AI
mediation
platform
to
offer
human-level
review
for
every
step
of
the
dispute
resolution
process.
Enable
legal
professionals
and
mediators
to
offer
their
services
directly
through
Dyspute,
with
Adri
facilitating
preliminary
case
resolutions
and
seamlessly
transitioning
complex
disputes
to
human
experts.
Grow
partnerships
with
law
firms
and
ADR
providers
by
integrating
their
professionals
into
the
marketplace,
creating
a
hybrid
model
of
AI
and
human
expertise.
Establish
Dyspute
as
the
go-to
platform
for
businesses
and
individuals
seeking
cost-effective
and
scalable
end-to-end
dispute
resolution
solutions.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
We
have
met
with
four
VCs
so
far,
but
we
intentionally
plan
to
remain
bootstrapped
through
at
least
2025.
We
also
won
the
$5,000
grand
prize
award
at
BubbleCon’s
recent
Demo
Day
for
its
Immerse
Pre-accelerator
Program.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
Our
Founder
&
CEO
is
a
lesbian
woman
and
breast
cancer
survivor
who
comes
from
a
blue-collar
family.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
Dyspute
is
designed
to
make
dispute
resolution
more
accessible
and
efficient,
reducing
financial
and
procedural
barriers.
Our
team
values
inclusivity,
reflected
in
Adri,
our
AI
mediator,
who
is
trained
to
be
empathetic
and
unbiased,
taking
the
emotional
strain
out
of
mediation.
By
partnering
with
courts,
legal
aid
organizations,
and
ADR
providers,
we
aim
to
bring
affordable
solutions
to
diverse
populations.
Additionally,
as
a
woman-founded
company,
Dyspute
is
committed
to
fostering
equity
in
the
legal
tech
space.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?
We
are
building
the
future
of
dispute
resolution!
Our
Founder/CEO
and
Co-Founder/COO
are
ex-BigLaw
attorneys
(Nixon
Peabody
and
Cooley)
who
have
also
worked
in-house
at
various
retail
and
tech
companies
(Zynga,
Splunk,
Wish,
Clutter,
Gap,
and
Clorox),
including
working
together
for
nearly
10
years
at
Zynga
and
Wish.
Our
CTO
was
an
early
innovator
in
the
AI
space.
We
are
all
deeply
focused
on
the
ethical
use
of
AI.

---

Company.
Element
Standard.

Elevator
Pitch.

Element
Standard
transforms
case
management
and
client
service
for
litigators
with
products
that
align
digital
processes
to
real-world
workflows.
Our
flagship
product,
CONTROLit™,
uses
the
Litigation
Cartography™
framework
to
simplify
complex
litigation
into
clear,
actionable
steps.
CONTROLit™
enhances
efficiency,
boosts
confidence
in
navigating
disputes,
and
ensures
every
action
aligns
with
client
goals—delivering
better
outcomes
and
building
lasting
trust.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? 

At
Element
Standard,
we
reject
the
notion
that
litigators
resist
innovation.
We
believe
litigators,
like
professionals
in
any
field,
can
harness
technology
to
elevate
their
practice.
As
litigators
ourselves,
we
are
shaping
a
future
where
litigation
technology
sets
the
benchmark
for
all
legal
tech—because
we
know
there’s
a
better,
more
reliable,
and
more
predictable
way
to
practice
our
craft.

CONTROLit™
redefines
litigation
management
by
going
beyond
basic
document
and
file
storage.
It
delivers
real
value
through
enhanced
clarity
and
client-focused
transparency,
empowering
law
firms
to
differentiate
themselves
in
a
competitive
market.
By
fostering
stronger
collaboration
and
trust
between
clients
and
attorneys,
CONTROLit™
helps
firms
stand
out.

With
CONTROLit™,
your
entire
litigation
team—and
your
clients—can
confidently
answer
the
three
essential
questions
that
guide
every
case:
What’s
happened?
What’s
happening?
What
needs
to
happen
next?

CONTROLit™
is
powered
by
our
proprietary
Litigation
Cartography™
framework—a
comprehensive
and
intuitive
map
of
the
litigation
process
that
empowers
attorneys
to
navigate
disputes
with
greater
confidence
and
precision.
Litigation
Cartography™
visually
outlines
the
entire
litigation
journey,
aligning
seamlessly
with
how
litigators
practice
law
while
uncovering
actionable
options
at
every
stage.

By
breaking
down
complex
processes
into
clear,
manageable
stages,
parts,
and
elements,
CONTROLit™
simplifies
litigation,
enhancing
navigation,
control,
and
collaboration
while
boosting
attorney
confidence.

CONTROLit™
acts
as
the
bridge
between
the
day-to-day
practice
of
litigation
and
the
existing
data
and
technology
infrastructure
within
law
firms
and
in-house
legal
departments.

Rather
than
disrupting
established
litigation
practices,
CONTROLit™
complements
and
enhances
the
systems
firms
have
already
invested
in.
Its
secure,
user-friendly
design
ensures
quick
adoption,
delivering
immediate,
tangible
benefits.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve? Litigators
aim
to
focus
on
three
key
objectives:
uncovering
the
facts,
interpreting
the
law,
and
crafting
winning
arguments
for
their
clients.
However,
the
complexities
of
litigation
management
often
pull
them
away
from
these
priorities.
A
lack
of
process
control
leads
to
missed
deadlines,
redundant
work,
disorganized
case
files
resembling 
junk
drawers
of
documents,
and
widespread
frustration
and
burnout
for
both
attorneys
and
clients.

CONTROLit™
empowers
litigators
to
manage
the
complexities
of
their
cases
by
moving
beyond
the
clutter
of
documents
and
folders.
It
enables
existing
staff
to
achieve
more,
enhances
communication,
ensures
strategic
alignment,
and
provides
tangible
ways
for
firms
to
showcase
their
value
to
clients.

Additionally,
CONTROLit™
positions
firms
for
the
future
of
AI
with
enhanced
data
readiness.
By
transforming
unstructured
junk
drawers
of
documents
into
organized,
structured
data
that
accurately
reflects
case
details,
CONTROLit™
ensures
AI
systems
can
effectively
access,
analyze,
and
leverage
case
information.

Who
are
your
competitors? From
a
functional
standpoint,
we
may
be
seen
as
competing
with
existing
case
management
and
document
management
systems.
However,
we
view
these
solutions
as
complementary
rather
than
competitive.
Unlike
these
systems,
CONTROLit™
was
specifically
designed
to
integrate
with
and
enhance
existing
law
firm
technology,
not
replace
it.
Our
platform
provides
capabilities
that
traditional
solutions
simply
don’t
offer.

Demo
Video.

See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located? 
1/1/2022.
We
are
a
virtual
company
with
our
development
team
located
in
Poland
and
our
sales
and
marketing
team
along
with
our
executive
leadership
located
in
the
US,
which
includes
Fort
Lauderdale,
FL
(HQ),
Kansas
City,
MO,
and
Chicago,
IL.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)?
Litigation-focused
law
firms
of
any
size
seeking
to
improve
client
relationships
and
manage
cases
more
effectively,
and
in-house
counsel
tasked
with
managing
litigation.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
Variable
based
on
firm
size.
For
instance,
for
a
small
litigation
boutique,
the
flat
rate
for
CONTROLit
is
$2500
per
month.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
The
company
is
in
the
early
stages,
with
one
paying
customer
and
ongoing
beta
trials
for
CONTROLit™.
Element
Standard
is
currently
in
discussions
with
multiple
law
firms,
in-house
legal
departments,
and
a
major
insurance
company
about
how
unique
solutions
can
be
integrated
into
their
litigation
management
workflows
in
2025.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
Expand
customer
base
through
targeted
outreach
to
litigation-focused
firms
and
in-house
litigation
teams,
establish
a
partnership
program
for
joint
go-to-market
activities,
add
to
the
functionality
of
CONTROLit™
based
on
customer
feedback,
and
develop
complementary
products
or
services
that
enhance
value
for
legal
professionals.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
Less
than
$1M
in
outside
funding.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
We
are
proud
of
the
diversity
within
our
executive
leadership,
exemplified
by
our
CEO’s

recognition
as
part
of
the
Gaingels100.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
At
Element
Standard,
we
believe
diversity
and
inclusiveness
in
litigation
stem
from
equitable
access
to
the
knowledge
and
tools
needed
to
effectively
prosecute
or
defend
a
case.
CONTROLit™
takes
a
significant
step
toward
democratizing
access
to
critical
litigation
process
knowledge—knowledge
that
has
historically
been
limited
to
the
most
experienced
litigators
in
established
law
firms.

True
inclusion
requires
action.
Our
mission
is
to
demystify
the
litigation
process
for
everyone.
By
simplifying
what
has
traditionally
been
a
highly
complex
system,
our
software
levels
the
playing
field,
empowering
more
people
to
navigate
litigation
with
confidence
and
success.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know? At
Element
Standard,
we’re
not
just
offering
a
tool;
we’re
redefining
how
litigation
is
managed
and
controlled.
CONTROLit™
represents
the
next
generation
of
legal
technology,
empowering
law
firms
to
navigate
complexity
with
clarity,
deliver
exceptional
client
value,
and
stay
ahead
in
a
competitive
market.

---

Company.
Lawft
Holdings.

Elevator
Pitch.
Lawft
is
a
law
practice
management
platform
built
from
the
ground
up
by
attorneys
for
attorneys
to
facilitate
superior
client
service,
accelerate
law
firm
growth,
and
improve
access
to
justice.
Our
mission
is
to
provide
law
firms
with
a
single
solution
that
offers
the
efficiency
of
automated
workflows,
the
power
of
advanced
document
assembly,
the
connection
that
comes
with
consistent
communication,
and
the
transparency
of
defined
growth
metrics.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative?
Lawft
is
more
than
law
practice
management
software.
It
is
a
law
firm
growth
platform.
Lawft
is
built
to
enhance
communication
(secure
messages,
texting,
email
integration,
file
sharing
with
tracked
external
sharing,
integrated
fax),
drive
growth
(enhanced
reporting,
lead
tracking,
Quickbooks
integration),
improve
management
(KPIs,
NPS,
AI-based
sentiment
detection),
boost
efficiency
(automated
workflows,
case
stage
tracking,
document
assembly,
data
extraction,
automated
time
tracking),
and
streamline
file
management
(Universal
OCR,
full
text
search).

We
have
a
robust
automations
engine
that
can
use
any
meaningful
change
can
trigger
an
almost
endless
array
of
actions
and
with
powerful
filters
our
automations
can
be
crafted
with
exceptional
levels
of
specificity.
We
have
built
a
comprehensive
document
assembly
and
template
management
system
so
that
Lawft
users
can
focus
on
their
value
add
instead
of
data
entry.
Our
secure
messages
have
a
Sidebar
feature
where
members
of
the
law
firm
can
discuss
the
underlying
communication
without
risking
an
inadvertent
reply
in
the
main
message.
Lawft
can
even
find
times
when
firm
members
are
available
for
a
meeting
–
with
the
click
of
a
button.
At
Lawft,
everything
is
designed
to
empower
law
firms
to
scale
over
time
without
losing
track
of
the
fundamentals.

We
are
also
unique
in
our
perspective.
Our
insights
helped
us
build
Lawft
for
diverse
practice
areas,
with
diverse
needs,
and
diverse
financial
models
(flat
fee,
hourly,
and
contingency).
We
developed
Lawft
to
be
as
innovative
as
it
is
seamless
in
scaling.

Finally,
Lawft
is
unique
because
it
offers
a
comprehensive,
cutting-edge
feature
set
without
the
requirement
for
any
additional
subscriptions.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve?
The
greatest
challenge
Lawft
set
out
to
solve
was
to
have
one
piece
of
software
(not
dependent
on
other
paid
subscriptions)
that
was
robust
enough
to
provide
law
firms
with
everything
a
law
firm
needed
to
scale,
even
in
the
face
of
rapid
growth.
Lawft
helps
law
firms
implement
best
practices,
become
incredibly
efficient
in
managing
cases,
understand
client
sentiment,
and
leverage
the
best
modern
technology
has
to
offer
–
all
in
one
place.

Who
are
your
competitors? The
major
participants
in
this
space
include
Litify,
Clio,
MyCase,
and
Filevine.

Demo
Video.

See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located?
10/1/2021.
Fort
Worth,
Texas.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)?

We
are
very
focused
on
law
firm
growth,
so
our
target
customers
are
solo
practitioners
and
small
firms.
Lawft
is
in
a
closed
beta
stage
with
one
paying
customer:
Varghese
Summersett,
a
medium-sized
firm
with
various
practice
areas
experiencing
exponential
growth.
Currently,
20
firm
users
are
exclusively
practicing
in
Lawft,
with
another
30
users
who
are
transitioning
in.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
We
currently
have
a
per-seat
pricing
model.
Our
plans
(Status,
Nimbus,
and
Alto)
range
between
$50
–
$100
a
month.
We
are
also
exploring
a
usage-based
pricing
model
as
we
come
out
of
closed
beta
to
make
the
platform
even
more
accessible.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
When
we
started
our
closed
beta,
we
had
three
paid
users.
We
have
since
grown
to
twenty
users
who
operate
exclusively
in
Lawft
and
about
thirty
more
who
are
transitioning
from
their
existing
software
to
Lawft.

While
we
are
in
this
stage,
we
measure
traction
by
customer
engagement.
We
have
seen
increased
feature
utilization
and
a
growing
excitement
among
users.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
We
are
excited
to
move
out
of
closed
beta
and
start
taking
on
clients,
beginning
with
the
two
law
firms
on
our
waitlist.
We
are
working
on
several
marketing
channels,
which
will
include
1)
online
marketing
2)
networking
3)
a
companion
book
about
law
firm
growth
that
should
be
released
next
year
that
I
have
authored,
4)
my
relationships
with
law
schools.
Our
long-term
growth
plans
include
word
of
mouth.
We
know
how
powerful
an
attorney
recommendation
can
be
in
this
space.
As
a
platform
focused
on
law
firm
growth,
we
should
see
our
user
base
increase
as
our
clients’
firms
grow.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
No
outside
funding.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
I
was
born
in
a
small
village
in
Kerala,
India.
It
would
be
more
accurate
to
say
I
was
born
in
a
small
house
in
a
small
village
in
Kerala
because
there
wasn’t
a
hospital
in
a
one-hour
radius
from
where
I
was
born.
My
family
immigrated
to
the
United
States
about
a
year
later,
but
I
was
sent
back
to
Kerala
during
my
middle
and
high
school
years
in
hopes
that
I
would
straighten
out
from
being
the
little
rebel
I
had
become.

It’s
more
than
a
little
ironic
that
I,
the
founder
of
Lawft,
am
someone
who
went
to
high
school
in
a
village
where
no
one
had
a
computer
and
the
internet
was
unheard
of.
In
fact,
I
didn’t
even
have
a
television.
When
the
monsoons
got
bad,
we’d
be
without
power
and
phones
for
days.
I
returned
to
the
United
States
in
2000,
and
perhaps
the
sheer
volume
of
change
made
me
appreciate
how
much
technology
could
transform
our
world.

Before
law
school,
I
had
never
met
a
lawyer.
When
I
started
my
law
firm,
most
people
told
me
the
golden
age
of
private
practice
had
come
and
gone.
My
story
has
always
been
one
of
progress
despite
my
circumstances.

Before
Lawft,
I
spent
a
year
on
a
client
advisory
board
for
a
major
case
management
software
company,
trying
to
advocate
for
necessary
changes
and
modernization.
After
months
spent
researching
alternative
options
—
I
realized
the
product
I
needed
didn’t
exist.
So,
against
all
odds,
I
embarked
on
the
journey
to
build
it
myself.

I
am
an
Indian-born
American.
I’m
a
solo
founder
with
no
outside
funding.
The
design
team
that
worked
for
me
was
based
in
Ukraine,
although
most
of
the
team
has
now
moved
in
light
of
the
political
conditions.
My
full-time
development
team
is
a
group
of
nine
programmers,
all
in
Kerala,
one
of
whom
visits
us
here
in
Fort
Worth
once
a
quarter.

As
Lawft
grows,
so
will
the
U.S.-based
team
–
particularly
in
sales
and
support.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
Lawft
is
built
on
the
premise
that
efficiency
improves
access
to
justice.

Despite
the
constitutional
guarantee
for
court-appointed
counsel
for
individuals
accused
of
crimes,
courts
have
limited
budgets,
and
the
attorneys
who
take
court-appointed
cases
on
very
low
flat
fees
or
equally
low
hourly
rates
have
only
so
many
hours
in
the
day.
One
way
to
increase
access
to
justice
is
to
enable
lawyers
to
do
more
in
their
limited
time.

For
example,
when
a
lawyer
can
have
a
baseline
of
automated
touchpoints
that
are
of
great
value
to
the
client,
such
as
messages
that
explain,
How
long
will
this
case
take?
What
should
I
expect
in
court?
and
Will
you
share
what
I
tell
you
with
my
family?
,
you
are
able
to
greatly
improve
the
client’s
journey
without
an
additional
investment
in
time.
This
means
the
attorney
can
spend
more
time
doing
the
things
only
they
can
do.

The
same
applies
to
attorneys
and
law
students
who
work
in
pro
bono
clinics.
One
of
our
goals
in
working
with
law
schools
is
to
make
Lawft
available
to
pro
bono
clinics.

Lawft
enables
improved
service.
That
is
not
to
say
that
an
increase
in
service
necessitates
an
increase
in
the
cost
–
merely
in
value.
While
providing
white
glove
service
might
be
a
basis
for
increasing
prices
over
time,
providing
exceptional
and
efficient
service
also
enables
lawyers
to
do
more
with
less
time
–
a
savings
lawyers
can
pass
on
to
clients.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?
I
have
had
ABA
TECHSHOW
on
my
calendar
for
the
better
part
of
a
year.
We
have
worked
diligently,
iterating,
debugging,
problem-solving,
and
putting
Lawft
through
its
paces
to
get
prepared.
It
has
been
a
labor
of
love,
but
the
thought
of
us
entering
this
competition
–
and
being
ready
to
showcase
our
very
best
–
has
been
extremely
motivating!

---

Company.
General
Counsel
Online,
Inc.

Elevator
Pitch.
LegalScout
is
an
AI-driven
legal
consultation
platform
that
connects
prospective
clients
with
attorneys
through
intelligent
legal
briefs.
By
offering
a
free,
user-friendly
consultation
process,
LegalScout
enables
users
to
understand
their
legal
needs
and
find
the
right
attorney,
while
attorneys
receive
high-quality,
pre-qualified
leads,
saving
them
time
and
money.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? LegalScout
uses
AI
to
conduct
initial
consultations,
generate
detailed
legal
briefs,
and
match
users
with
attorneys.
Attorneys
can
review
the
briefs
before
purchasing
a
lead,
ensuring
they
only
pay
for
leads
that
meet
their
criteria.
This
model
offers
a
win-win
solution:
users
receive
free
consultations
and
qualified
attorney
matches,
and
attorneys
gain
access
to
leads
with
no
upfront
costs.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve?
The
traditional
model
of
legal
lead
generation
is
inefficient,
expensive,
and
often
results
in
wasted
time
for
both
clients
and
attorneys.
Users
struggle
to
understand
their
legal
issues
and
find
the
right
attorney,
while
attorneys
are
burdened
with
non-qualified
leads
that
consume
time
and
resources.

Who
are
your
competitors?
Up
and
comers,
like
CaseGuru
and
ZAFLegal,
as
well
as
traditional
players
like
Avvo
and
Lawyers.com

 Demo
Video.

See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located? 1/1/2024.
Pittsburgh
and
New
York.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)?
Small
to
mid-sized
firms.
Start
with
Personal
Injury
as
focus
of
marketing
efforts.
Augmented
by
brief
link,
attorneys
receive
a
private
label
version
of
LegalScout,
which
customizes
branding
and
AI
prompting,
to
deploy
for
their
own
intake.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
Free
for
users
and
attorneys
to
use.
Purchase
of
a
highly
qualified
lead
will
range
from
$50
to
$1000
or
more.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
Product
has
just
been
launched
and
advertising/promotion
has
just
begun.
Users
number
in
the
thousands
but
we
have
not
yet
sold
any
leads.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
Prove
the
model
using
investment
funds
to
prime
the
pump
and
show
positive
return
on
invested
ad
dollar.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
No
outside
funding.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
Age
(an
often-overlooked
diversity
goal)
is
diverse,
from
the
very
young
to
the
older
and
more
accomplished.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
Accessible
to
clients
from
all
backgrounds.
Eliminates
bias
in
Client-Attorney
Matching.
Inclusive
Attorney
Engagement
promotes
diversity
by
providing
opportunities
to
attorneys
from
varied
backgrounds,
including
those
from
underrepresented
groups
who
may
lack
resources
to
market
themselves
on
traditional
platforms.
By
enabling
attorneys
to
review
detailed
briefs
before
committing
to
a
lead,
LegalScout
ensures
that
attorneys
can
prioritize
cases
based
on
merit
and
suitability
rather
than
preconceived
notions,
fostering
fairness
and
equity
in
legal
representation.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?
We
have
an
august
group
of
advisors.
Don
Samoil
is
a
seasoned
entrepreneur
and
advisor,
currently
the
Managing
Partner
of
Trusted
Scale
and
Chapter
Lead
at
the
Founder
Institute’s
Delaware
Valley
chapter.
He
has
extensive
experience
in
startup
operations
and
AI,
including
roles
such
as
COO
at
Blacksite.
Ken
Crutchfield
is
an
executive
with
deep
expertise
in
legal
and
information
services.
He
has
held
leadership
roles
at
Wolters
Kluwer
and
LexisNexis,
focusing
on
product
development
and
strategy
within
the
legal
tech
space.
Rich
Masterson
is
an
experienced
entrepreneur
and
investor,
having
founded
and
exited
multiple
successful
ventures.
He
has
a
strong
background
in
building
high-growth
startups,
particularly
in
digital
marketing
and
technology.
David
Holtzman
is
a
technology
pioneer
and
former
CTO
of
Network
Solutions.
He
is
an
expert
in
cybersecurity
and
internet
governance
and
has
written
extensively
on
the
intersection
of
technology
and
privacy.
Tobey
Marzouk
is
an
experienced
attorney
with
decades
of
experience
in
healthcare
law,
policy,
and
regulation.
He
has
served
in
various
legal
advisory
capacities,
including
work
with
public
and
private
sector
organizations.

---

Company.
Legau.

Elevator
Pitch.
Legau
is
an
innovative
smart
drafting
solution
leveraging
generative
AI
to
reliably
and
securely
support
the
full
document
drafting
cycle
(research,
planning,
creation,
revision)
within
the
software
where
attorneys
normally
work
(Word
and
Outlook)
and
integrated
with
the
systems
more
often
used
by
the
law
firms
(partners
of
Microsoft,
iManage,
and
NetDocuments).

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? What
sets
Legau
apart
from
other
smart
drafting
tools
in
the
market
is
that:
(i)
we
cover
the
entire
legal
drafting
cycle
(research,
plan,
create
and
review),
rather
than
just
creation
and
some
review;
and
(ii)
support
attorneys
across
all
types
of
legal
documents,
not
just
contracts.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve? We
address
inefficiencies
and
productivity
losses
in
the
legal
drafting
process,
which
lead
to
financial
leakage
and
limit
the
profitability
of
law
firms.

Who
are
your
competitors?
Litera
(only
cover
creation
and
review;
just
for
contracts),
Henchman
(creation;
just
for
contracts),
Draftwise
(creation;
just
for
contracts)

 Demo
Video.

See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located?
7/22/2021.
Lisbon
(Portugal)
(HQ),
Chicago
(USA).

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)?
Mid-size
law
firms
(50
to
250
attorneys)

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
Pricing
model:
Software-as-a-Service
(SaaS)
providing
flexible
pricing
based
on
two
key
variables:
the
number
of
users
and
the
type
of
features
required.
We
offer
three
distinct
plans
to
cater
to
varying
business
needs:
Starter,
Premium,
and
Enterprise.
Each
plan
grants
access
to
a
different
set
of
features,
allowing
businesses
to
choose
the
level
of
functionality
that
best
suits
their
requirements.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.

Clients
are
top
30
firms
in
Portugal.

–
Featured
in
multiple
media
outlets
(Law360,
LawSites,
Legaltech
Hub,
Above
the
Law,
Artificial
Lawyer,
Law.com,
Iberian
Lawyer,
etc.
–
all
links
available

on
our
website.)

–
Featured
by
the
reputable
Legaltech
Hub
as
one
of
the

New
AI
Startups
to
Watch.

–
Recent
case
studies
with
some
of
our
clients:

–
Winner
of
the

HackerNoon
Startup
of
the
Year
2023
award.

–
Partners
with
Microsoft,
iManage,
NetDocuments,
DeepL,
Free
Law
Project,
Nova
School
of
Law,
Católica
Lisbon
School
of
Law
and
Católica
Global
School
of
Law.

–
Program
granting
free
access
to
Legau
for
law
students.

–
Founded
by
BigLaw
attorneys
who
are
also
invited
professors
at
Nova
School
of
Law
(Lisbon,
Portugal)
on
Legaltech
and
Digital
Transformation
of
the
Legal
Industry.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years. Client
Base
Expansion:
We
plan
to
solidify
our
expansion
into
the
U.S.
market
(targeting
mid-size
law
firms
–
50
to
250
attorneys)
while
strengthening
our
position
in
Portugal,
with
a
target
of
reaching
$12
million
in
annual
recurring
revenue
(ARR)
by
the
end
of
those
5
years.

Enhanced
Product
Offering:
We
will
continuously
enhance
our
product
based
on
our
holistic
perspective
of
the
legal
drafting
process
(research,
plan,
create,
review).
The
next
few
years
will
be
dedicated
to
deepening
our
capabilities
on
the
plan,
create
and
review
side
of
the
product,
partnering
with
leading
providers
of
legal
content
(secondary
sources)
in
the
U.S.
market,
and
increasing
the
number
of
AI
use
cases
and
workflows
(agentic
and
otherwise)
purposedly
built
to
solve
specific
problems
of
attorneys.

Talent
Acquisition
and
Development:
We
will
grow
our
team,
particularly
in
go-to-market
roles
in
the
U.S.
(sales
reps
and
customer
success)
and
product
development
(AI
and
otherwise),
enabling
us
to
scale
operations,
support
our
U.S.
expansion
goals,
and
continually
innovate
our
product
while
providing
a
great
customer
and
user
experience.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
We
are
bootstrapped.
We
received
investment
from
an
angel
investor
in
the
beginning
but
not
because
of
the
money,
but
rather
because
he
achieved
exactly
what
we
want
to
achieve
and
knows
how.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
Our
workforce
is
diverse
in
gender
and
professional
backgrounds,
which
strengthens
our
team
with
varied
perspectives
and
fosters
an
inclusive
culture
essential
for
innovation
and
growth.
We
carefully
consider
diversity
in
our
recruitment
initiatives.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
Legau
promotes
a
more
inclusive
legal
tech
community
by
democratizing
access
to
sophisticated
drafting
tools,
enabling
legal
professionals
from
diverse
backgrounds
and
firm
types
to
streamline
their
work
and
compete
effectively.
Additionally,
Legau
is
dedicated
to
giving
back
to
the
community
by
promoting
good
health
and
well-being,
quality
education,
and
strong
institutions.
This
includes
actions
such
as
providing
free
access
to
law
students,
partnering
with
law
schools,
participating
in
student
events,
mentoring
law
students,
and
offering
free
access
to
pro
bono
organizations.

 Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know? N/A

---

Company.
Legion
LegalTech.

Elevator
Pitch.
We
are
building
AI
agents
that
draft
discovery
and
motions
for
litigation
lawyers,
allowing
lawyers
to
customize
each
document
in
their
own
voice
and
generate
work
product
on
their
own
template.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative?
We
designed
the
AI
architecture
in
a
way
that
allows
us
to
build
bespoke
agentic
workflows
which
learn
from
user
feedback
and
evolve
with
every
draft.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve?
Litigation
attorneys
are
bogged
down
by
the
tedious
drafting
work
during
discovery.
They
either
have
to
do
it
themselves
or
spend
a
lot
of
time
revising
work
product
from
an
associate
or
paralegal.

 Who
are
your
competitors? 

• AI-enabled:
  Legalmation,
  Trellis,
  Briefpoint.
• Non-AI:
  Clio
  draft,
  Word
  macros.

Demo
Video.

See
video
here.

 When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located? 
4/23/2024.
San
Jose,
CA.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)?
Small
firms,
currently
most
of
our
customers
are
2-20
people
firms
in
civil
and
probate
litigation.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
$10/page.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction. We
have
12
firms
that
are
users/paying
customers.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.

1. Content
   marketing:
   Developing
   high-quality,
   informative
   content
   that
   addresses
   the
   pain
   points
   and
   challenges
   faced
   by
   litigation
   attorneys.
2. Targeted
   digital
   advertising:
   Leveraging
   platforms
   like
   LinkedIn
   and
   Google
   Ads
   to
   reach
   our
   target
   audience
   of
   litigation
   attorneys
   and
   law
   firms.
3. Partnerships
   and
   integrations:
   Exploring
   strategic
   partnerships
   with
   complementary
   legal
   tech
   platforms,
   legal
   research
   databases,
   and
   bar
   associations.
4. Referral
   programs:
   Encouraging
   satisfied
   users
   to
   refer
   their
   colleagues
   and
   contacts
   to
   Legion,
   leveraging
   the
   power
   of
   word-of-mouth
   marketing.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
No
outside
funding.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
Our
founding
team
brings
diverse
perspectives
through
varied
professional
and
personal
experiences.
One
of
our
founders
is
neurodivergent,
bringing
unique
cognitive
approaches
and
problem-solving
skills
shaped
by
ADHD.
Additionally,
our
team
includes
a
founder
from
China,
bringing
international
perspective
and
cross-cultural
insights
to
our
organization.
We
are
deeply
committed
to
fostering
an
inclusive
environment
that
values
different
ways
of
thinking,
working,
and
experiencing
the
world.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
Through
our
NGO
program,
we
are
partnering
with
organizations
like
the
Elevate
Community
Center
to
demonstrate
our
commitment
to
addressing
access
to
justice
challenges.
By
offering
a
discounted
rate
for
our
product,
we’re
directly
enabling
community
organizations
to
lower
the
financial
barriers
that
often
prevent
individuals
with
limited
resources
from
effectively
advocating
for
themselves.
Our
solution
reduces
the
cost
of
legal
discovery,
making
critical
legal
support
more
accessible
to
those
who
have
been
historically
underserved
by
traditional
legal
mechanisms.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know? N/A

---

Company.
Firm
Data,
Inc.

Elevator
Pitch.
Lexopulus
is
an
intake
tool
designed
for
legal
aid
organizations
and
non-
profits
in
the
US
and
Canada
to
help
them
streamline
operations,
enhance
service
delivery,
and
meet
mission-critical
objectives.
It
can
help
organizations
increase
efficiency,
enhance
accuracy,
improve
accessibility,
and
break
down
the
barriers
to
justice.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? Lexopulus
is
unique
in
the
marketplace
because
its
intake
tool
offers
a
no-code
form
builder,
comprehensive
conflict
checks,
and
features
that
support
multiple
languages
and
prioritize
accessibility
which
helps
organizations
in
the
US
and
Canada
effectively
serve
a
broader
and
more
diverse
client
base.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve? Lexopulus
fills
the
gap
in
the
marketplace
by
providing
specific
intake
tools
required
by
legal
aid
organizations
including
a
simple,
yet
powerful
form
builder,
a
comprehensive
conflict
check,
analytics,
granular
permissions
and
integration
with
Clio.

Who
are
your
competitors?
Clio
Grow.

Demo
Video.

See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located? 3/1/2024.
Raleigh,
NC.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)? 
Legal
Aid
and
non-profit
organizations

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
See:

https://www.lexopulus.com/pricing.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
We
are
working
with
our
initial
non-profit
customers
in
Canada,
and
we
will
begin
onboarding
US-based
customers
in
2025.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
Lexopulus
has
been
designed
as
a
modular
tool
and
Intake
is
the
first
module
to
be
developed.
Our
plan
for
growth
includes
adding
additional
modules
such
as
scheduling,
grant
management,
and
analytics.
Our
goal
is
to
help
legal
aid
organizations
serve
more
clients
by
building
a
comprehensive
platform
of
technology
tools
serving
this
specific
market.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
No
outside
funding.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
Our
company
is
proudly
female
founded
and
led
with
an
international
workforce.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
Our
product
caters
to
a
community
that
requires
multi-language
capabilities
and
the
highest
level
of
accessibility.
By
serving
the
needs
of
these
clients,
we
broaden
the
path
to
justice
for
those
in
need.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?
This
tool’s
goal
is
to
Help
the
Helpers.

---

Company.
LexPipe,
Inc.

Elevator
Pitch.
LexPipe
uses
AI
to
transform
litigation
budgeting.
By
analyzing
public
docket
data
and
law
firm’s
historical
time
entries,
LexPipe
forecasts
costs
and
resources
so
firms
can
confidently
propose
Alternative
Fee
Arrangements
(AFAs).
The
insights
and
related
workflows
help
mid-size
and
larger
firms
move
beyond
spreadsheets
to
offer
AFAs,
improve
profitability,
and
align
staffing
with
demand,
all
while
increasing
transparency
and
client
value.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? Our
founding
team
brings
a
deep
understanding
of
legal
data,
led
by
a
second-time
legal
tech
founder
who
previously
built
a
successful
docket
analytics
platform.
This
experience
equips
LexPipe
to
create
custom
AI
models
tuned
to
the
nuances
of
state
and
federal
litigation.
While
others
rely
on
generic
tools,
LexPipe’s
focused
approach
turns
raw
docket
and
billing
data
into
actionable
budgeting
and
resource-planning
insights.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve?
As
mid-size
and
larger
firms
outgrow
manual
budgeting
methods,
they
struggle
to
forecast
costs,
price
cases,
match
talent
to
tasks,
and
optimize
resources
for
complex
matters.
LexPipe
centralizes
docket
analytics
and
billing
history,
delivering
clear,
data-driven
budgets,
identifying
who
is
best
at
what,
and
predicting
when
capacity
will
be
available—replacing
guesswork
with
evidence-based
planning.

Who
are
your
competitors?
Litigation
analytics
tools
such
as
LexMachina
and
Docket
Alarm
analyze
public
records
for
case
insights;
Litera’s
Clocktimizer
analyzes
billing
data
and
time
entries.
To
our
knowledge,
LexPipe
is
unique
to
combine
these
approaches,
integrating
docket
analytics
with
historical
billing
to
create
unified,
forward-looking
litigation
budgets
that
guide
resource
planning
and
AFA
proposals.

Demo
Video.
This
is
an
old
recording!
Lots
of
pretty
charts
available
in
newer
versions:

See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located?
1/1/2024.
New
York
City.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)?
Mid-size
and
larger
firms
(50+
litigators)
and
corporate
legal
departments
that
need
more
accurate
litigation
budgeting
and
resourcing.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service? Enterprise
based
on
number
of
litigation
matters.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
We
launched
our
first
preview
of
the
platform
on
November
18
to
four
law
firms
and
one
in-house
counsel.
Early
feedback
is
very
positive,
and
we’re
already
seeing
heavy
usage.
These
initial
deployments
confirm
market
appetite
for
an
integrated
docket
and
billing
analytics
solution
that
streamlines
litigation
budgeting.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
We
will
first
focus
on
client
value
and
pricing
teams
within
firms,
then
expand
to
reach
firm
management
and
practice
leaders.
Eventually,
we’ll
provide
direct
tools
for
individual
attorneys
to
plan
their
cases.
By
steadily
broadening
our
user
base,
deepening
integrations,
and
refining
our
AI
models,
we’ll
grow
adoption
and
influence
how
litigation
is
budgeted.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
No
outside
funding.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
Our
leadership
team
blends
expertise
in
law,
technology,
and
operations,
reflecting
diverse
cultural
and
professional
backgrounds.
We
have
members
in
Europe,
India,
and
New
York.
The
range
of
experiences
fosters
more
inclusive
decision-making
and
product
development.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
LexPipe
helps
firms
provide
transparent
pricing
that
moves
beyond
the
traditional
billable
hour.
This
shift
opens
doors
for
smaller
practices
and
innovative
service
arrangements
that
were
previously
hindered
by
cost
uncertainty.
When
firms
can
confidently
offer
alternative
fee
structures,
it
increases
opportunities
for
diverse
legal
professionals
to
compete,
thrive,
and
deliver
value-driven
services
to
a
broader
range
of
clients.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?
LexPipe
embodies
the
vision
of
its
Founder,
Michael
Sander,
who
believes
that
legal
technology
is
a
manifestation
of
justice.
As
he
puts
it,
If
justice
is
the
fair
and
efficient
search
for
truth,
then
tech
that
enhances
efficiency
and
fairness
becomes
an
instrument
of
justice
itself.
This
ethos
drives
us
to
create
tools
that
streamline
firm
processes
and
also
contribute
to
a
more
transparent
and
ultimately
just
legal
ecosystem.

---

Company.
Ashbury
Systems,
LLC

Elevator
Pitch.
Lista
provides
step-by-step
workflows
for
handling
employment-based
immigration
cases.
The
workflows
provide
a
clear
roadmap
for
case
processing
and
include
sample
attorney
letters,
support
letters,
legal
citations,
and
links
to
relevant
gov’t
websites.
The
Lista
workflows
were
built
by
the
renowned
employment-based
immigration
attorney

Catherine
Haight
and
tested
over
20+
years
of
practice
in
the
field.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? This
is
the
knowledge/IP
side
of
employment-based
immigration
case
processing.
It
includes
not
only
the
rote
steps
but
the
legal
analysis
that
must
be
done
in
order
to
prepare
a
case.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve? The
immigration
case
databases
in
the
market
do
not
have
robust,
already-built
workflows.
Most
have
5-10
steps
in
a
workflow:
e.g.,
prepare
the
case,
file
the
case,
receive
the
decision.
Lista
has
50-150
steps
per
workflow
depending
on
case
difficulty
and
includes
links
to
the
legal
authority
needed
to
work
the
case.
Building
these
workflows
takes
innumerable
hours
of
law
practice
over
many
years.

Who
are
your
competitors?
None.
Although
there
are
15
or
so
immigration
case
databases
in
the
market,
none
of
them
have
robust,
already-built
workflows.
Instead,
users
are
expected
to
build
their
own
–
and
this
can
be
an
insurmountable
task.

Demo
Video.

See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located?
10/10/2018.
Marina
del
Rey,
CA.

Regarding
date
of
founding,
the
LLC
was
organized
in
2018
but
we
didn’t
launch
the
business
until
early
2023.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)?
Employment-based
immigration
law
firms
or
corporate
in-house
legal
departments
of
any
size.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
$20/mo
to
be
on
the
platform.
Workflows
range
from
$25
–
$500
each.
Once
a
workflow
is
purchased
it
can
be
re-used
by
the
subscriber,
and
any
Lista
subscriber
in
their
firm,
at
no
additional
charge.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
October
2024
was
our
first
month
of
profitability.
Customers
are
very
happy
with
the
platform!

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
Marketing
through
various
bar
associations.
Possibly
licensing
the
product
to
case
management
database
companies
for
incorporation
into
their
systems.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
No
outside
funding.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
Out
of
the
four
LLC
members,
three
are
women,
and
three
are
Latinx.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
Aside
from
women
leadership,
the
Lista
platform
gives
the
how-to
so
that
young,
diverse
attorneys
can
immediately
prepare
cases,
without
needing
an
experienced
practitioner
(typically
white
male)
to
mentor
them.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?
Lista
is
a
huge
time-saver!
For
the
price
of
less
than
one
billable
hour,
users
save
tens
of
hours
that
they
otherwise
would
have
spent
researching
how
to
prepare
a
case.

---

Company.
Midpage
AI
Inc.

Elevator
Pitch.
Midpage
is
an
AI-powered
legal
research
platform
that
helps
litigators
find
cases,
organize
notes,
and
create
work
product
–
all
in
one
workspace.
Unique
features,
like
an
AI-powered
filtering,
help
users
skim
through
dozens
of
cases
with
more
precision
and
without
losing
any
nuance.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? Almost
every
time
we
pitch
Midpage
to
a
prospective
user,
they
tell
us
that
Midpage
is
nothing
like
the
other
AI-powered
legal
tools
they
have
tried.

Rather
than
an
all-purpose
chatbot,
Midpage
takes
the
familiar
legal
research
workflow
(searching
for
and
skimming
through
case
law)
and
adds
a
personalized
and
dynamic
layer
of
AI
on
top
of
it.
No
other
provider
takes
this
approach.
Users
love
it.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve?
Midpage
solves
two
problems:

First,
it
brings
efficiency
and
order
to
the
inherently
time-consuming,
messy
legal
research
process.
Midpage
helps
users
find
and
understand
cases
faster
and
with
more
precision.

Second,
it
solves
the
“verification
step”
problem
introduced
by
generative
AI.
Most
of
the
AI-powered
legal
research
solutions
are
what
we
call
“legal-question-in,
legal-answer-out”
solutions.
No
matter
how
good
that
answer
is,
it
requires
the
user
to
verify
it,
which
diminishes
the
value
add
of
AI.
Midpage
on
the
other
hand,
does
not
use
AI
to
provide
a
legal
answer
–
it
uses
AI
to
help
you
get
to
YOUR
answer
faster.

Who
are
your
competitors? Lexis
and
Westlaw.

Demo
Video.

See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located?
11/1/2022.
New
York,
N.Y.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)?
Our
target
customer
is
anyone
who
does
hardcore
legal
research,
which
means
law
firms
of
all
sizes.
We
are
currently
focused
on
small-to-midsized
firms
and
plan
to
expand
into
big
law
in
2025.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service? $99/month/seat.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
(Company
requested
response
be
confidential.)

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.

• Step
  1:
  Close
  gaps
  in
  case
  law
  coverage
  (~Q12025).
• Q1:
  Release
  citator
  (~Q12025).
• Q2-Q3:
  Integrate
  drafting
  (~Q2205).

We
firmly
believe
that
having
strong
data
coverage
and
a
competitive
citator
are
necessary
steps
to
growing
our
business.
Those
are
our
top
priorities.
After
that,
we
will
get
back
to
our
roots,
which
means
becoming
deeply
integrating
the
legal
research
/
drafting
workflows
for
litigators.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
$1M
–
$5M
in
outside
funding.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
We
believe
there
is
a
massive
amount
of
untapped
talent
abroad.
Our
four
employees
come
from
three
different
countries
(Germany,
United
States,
and
Turkey).

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
The
legal
tech
community
is
a
great
community
to
be
a
small
part
of.
At
times,
however,
it
feels
a
bit
walled
off
to
younger
startups
like
us.
Our
team
is
comprised
of
mostly
non-lawyers
with
zero
experience
in
legal
tech.
We
think
that
the
legal
tech
community
of
the
future
will
be
truly
open
to
anyone
and
everyone
who
is
interested
and
curious.
It’s
our
hope
that
our
team
shows
others
that
this
is
possible
today
and
encourages
them
to
join
the
community.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?
N/A.

---

Company.
Moxx

Elevator
Pitch.
Moxx
is
an
all-in-one
web
application
designed
for
litigators
to
organize
documents
and
exhibits,
collaborate
on
case
strategy,
and
build
an
effective
digital
trial
notebook.
Its
intuitive,
customizable
user
experience
allows
litigation
teams
to
focus
on
what
matters
most
–
strategy.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? Moxx
stands
out
because
it’s
designed
and
built
leveraging
decades
of
first-hand
experience
working
directly
with
law
firms
and
litigation
teams.
With
over
20
years
of
collaboration,
we
deeply
understand
the
fast-paced,
high-stakes
environment
in
which
lawyers
operate.

Our
platform
is
designed
with
litigators
in
mind
–
crafted
to
streamline
workflows
and
eliminate
the
learning
curve.
We
know
lawyers
do
not
have
time
for
lengthy
training
sessions
or
complicated
software
setups.
That’s
why
Moxx
prioritizes
user
experience,
ensuring
teams
can
jump
in
and
start
working
right
away.

What
truly
sets
us
apart
is
how
we’ve
incorporated
real-world
feedback
from
litigators
at
every
step
of
the
design
and
development
process
to
ensure
a
streamlined
user
experience.
From
managing
exhibits,
to
the
overall
collaboration
process
and
case
strategy,
to
organizing
trial
presentations,
Moxx
was
designed
based
on
litigators’
challenges
and
goals.
The
result?
A
solution
that
works
the
way
litigators
need
it
to
–
intuitive,
powerful,
and
built
to
aid
in
delivering
results.

Moxx
isn’t
just
software
–
it’s
a
tool
created
by
experts
who
get
what
it
takes
to
win.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve?
Moxx
solves
the
challenges
litigators
face
after
the
e-discovery
process.
It
does
so
by
addressing
these
challenges
by
centralizing
evidence
management,
streamlining
collaboration,
and
simplifying
preparation
for
legal
proceedings
whether
arbitration,
mediation
or
trial.
With
Moxx,
litigators
can
focus
on
building
winning
strategies
instead
of
wrestling
with
logistical
hurdles.

Moxx
transitions
e-discovery
into
case
preparation
and
trial
strategy
by:

• Managing
  Large
  Volumes
  of
  Data:
  Post
  e-discovery,
  litigators
  are
  often
  left
  with
  an
  overwhelming
  amount
  of
  documents,
  exhibits,
  and
  evidence.
  Organizing,
  reviewing,
  and
  prioritizing
  this
  data
  for
  trial
  can
  be
  daunting.
• Connecting
  Evidence
  to
  Strategy:
  Transforming
  raw
  data
  into
  a
  cohesive
  case
  strategy
  is
  a
  complex
  task.
  Litigators
  must
  determine
  which
  pieces
  of
  evidence
  are
  most
  impactful
  and
  how
  they
  fit
  into
  the
  overall
  narrative
  of
  the
  case.
• Coordination
  Across
  Teams:
  Multiple
  stakeholders
  –
  paralegals,
  associates,
  and
  expert
  witnesses
  –
  need
  to
  collaborate
  effectively.
  Keeping
  everyone
  aligned
  while
  managing
  deadlines
  and
  updates
  can
  be
  a
  logistical
  nightmare.
• Preparing
  Presentation
  Materials:
  Litigators
  must
  compile
  and
  format
  exhibits,
  create
  demonstratives,
  and
  organize
  trial
  binders
  or
  digital
  presentations
  –
  all
  while
  ensuring
  the
  materials
  are
  accurate
  and
  court-ready.

Who
are
your
competitors? Opus
2,
LexisNexis
CaseMap

Demo
Video. See
video
here.[pw:
MoxxView2024!]

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located?
1/13/2023.
New
York,
NY.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)?
For
medium
and
large
litigation
teams.

Moxx
offers
a
cost-effective
alternative
for
medium
and
large
law
firms
seeking
a
powerful,
reliable
solution.
It
delivers
robust
functionality
without
the
need
for
extensive
infrastructure
or
a
hefty
price
tag,
making
it
an
ideal
choice
for
firms
that
want
cutting-edge
technology
without
overextending
their
resources.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
Our
pricing
structure
starts
at
$150
per
user
per
month
(for
15
users),
with
a
two-year
commitment.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
Moxx’s
launch
press
release
has
been
picked
up
by
approximately
ten
news
outlets,
including
a
mention
in
ALM
Law.com’s
Legal
Tech
Rundown.
We
are
in
conversations
with
two
Am
Law
200
law
firms,
an
e-discovery
firm
and
one
of
the
big
four
consulting
firms.

Our
growth
has
been
intentionally
slow
and
strategic,
but
we
will
be
ramping
up
significantly
in
2025.
To
date,
we
have
conducted
usability
research
with
litigators
and
paralegals
in
four
Am
Law
200
firms.
We
are
currently
in
licensing
conversations
with
two
of
those
firms.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
Over
the
next
five
years,
we
are
projected
to
move
away
from
the
professional
services
function
of
Knox
Design
Strategy
to
focus
solely
on
growing
Moxx.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
Self-funding
through
Knox
Design
Strategy.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
We
are
currently
a
100%
women-owned
business,
WBE
certified
by
New
York
City.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
We
are
currently
a
100%
women-owned
business,
WBE
certified
by
New
York
City.
The
company’s
employees
are
majority
women,
and
we
are
active
in
ILTA,
Legal
Marketing
Association
(LMA),
and
Ari
Kaplan’s
Legal
Tech
Mafia
Group.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?Moxx
is
self-funded
by
Knox
Design
Strategy,
not
including
Knox
Design
Strategy
employees
who
split
time
between
client
work
and
our
product,
Moxx.

We
are
a
woman-owned
firm
driven
by
a
passion
for
innovation
and
a
deep
understanding
of
the
legal
sector.
Our
solutions
are
tailored
to
address
the
specific
challenges
legal
professionals
face.

With
extensive
experience
partnering
with
law
firms,
we’ve
earned
a
reputation
for
delivering
user-friendly,
powerful
tools
that
ensure
seamless
adoption.
Our
commitment
to
excellence
and
focus
on
solving
real-world
legal
challenges
enable
us
to
provide
exceptional
value
to
the
legal
community.

We
would
very
much
welcome
the
opportunity
to
compete
in
Startup
Alley!

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Company.
NearBy
Inc.

Elevator
Pitch.
NearBy
revolutionizes
legal
support
with
AI
and
digital
tools.
Offering
24/7
assistance,
it
simplifies
law
by
analyzing
contracts,
drafting
documents,
and
providing
compliance
insights.
Features
include
voice-activated
AI,
e-signatures,
geolocation-based
expert
searches,
and
online
notary
services.
Successfully
tested
in
Kazakhstan,
NearBy
is
now
set
to
expand
globally,
starting
with
the
U.S.,
to
make
legal
services
more
accessible
and
efficient.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative?

What
sets
NearBy
apart
in
the
legal
market
is
our
holistic
approach
to
combining
advanced
AI,
digital
tools,
and
user-driven
development
to
revolutionize
how
legal
services
are
accessed
and
utilized.
Our
platform
features
a
proprietary,
patented
AI
legal
assistant
that
operates
as
a
round-the-clock,
voice-activated
consultant,
providing
accurate
and
instant
responses
to
legal
inquiries,
document
generation,
and
contract
analysis.
This
AI
assistant
isn’t
just
a
basic
chatbot;
it’s
trained
on
a
comprehensive
database
of
legal
knowledge,
making
it
a
highly
reliable
tool
for
complex
legal
needs.

Unlike
traditional
legal
services
that
often
require
time-consuming
and
costly
in-person
consultations,
NearBy’s
platform
is
designed
for
seamless
digital
workflows,
enabling
everything
from
document
creation
and
electronic
signing
to
fully
integrated
notary
services.
Our
document
and
contract
builder
allows
users
to
customize
legal
documents
specific
to
their
needs,
saving
them
time
and
money
while
ensuring
they
stay
compliant.
With
the
geolocation
feature,
users
can
also
search
for
nearby
legal
professionals,
browse
ratings,
and
book
appointments,
all
within
the
same
platform,
providing
unmatched
convenience
and
control.

Our
innovation
is
also
reflected
in
our
approach
to
growth.
We’re
focused
on
evolving
based
on
real-world
testing
and
user
feedback,
as
shown
through
our
market
validation
in
Kazakhstan.
This
process
is
not
just
about
testing
functionality;
it
ensures
our
platform
adapts
to
meet
diverse
legal
needs,
preparing
us
to
launch
seamlessly
into
international
markets
like
the
U.S.
In
essence,
NearBy’s
unique
combination
of
patented
AI
technology,
user-centric
design,
and
commitment
to
continuous
improvement
is
redefining
how
people
interact
with
legal
services,
making
legal
support
more
accessible,
efficient,
and
adaptable
than
ever
before.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve?

NearBy
addresses
several
key
challenges
faced
by
individuals
and
businesses
in
the
legal
landscape:

• Accessibility
  to
  Legal
  Services:
  Many
  people
  struggle
  to
  find
  reliable
  legal
  support,
  particularly
  in
  underserved
  areas.
  Traditional
  legal
  services
  can
  be
  difficult
  to
  access
  due
  to
  geographical
  constraints
  or
  high
  costs.
  NearBy
  solves
  this
  by
  providing
  a
  digital
  platform
  where
  users
  can
  access
  a
  range
  of
  legal
  services
  anytime,
  anywhere.
  Our
  AI
  legal
  assistant
  is
  available
  24/7,
  allowing
  users
  to
  get
  immediate
  responses
  to
  their
  legal
  inquiries
  without
  the
  need
  for
  an
  in-person
  consultation.
• Complexity
  of
  Legal
  Processes:
  Navigating
  the
  legal
  system
  can
  be
  daunting,
  with
  complicated
  processes
  that
  often
  lead
  to
  confusion
  and
  errors.
  NearBy
  simplifies
  these
  processes
  by
  offering
  an
  integrated
  suite
  of
  tools,
  including
  a
  document
  and
  contract
  builder.
  Users
  can
  easily
  create,
  customize,
  and
  manage
  their
  legal
  documents
  within
  the
  platform,
  significantly
  reducing
  the
  complexity
  involved
  in
  legal
  documentation.
• Time
  Efficiency:
  Traditional
  legal
  procedures
  often
  require
  lengthy
  timelines,
  from
  consultations
  to
  document
  review
  and
  signing.
  NearBy
  streamlines
  these
  workflows,
  allowing
  users
  to
  create
  documents,
  analyze
  contracts
  for
  compliance
  and
  risks,
  and
  execute
  agreements
  electronically,
  all
  in
  a
  fraction
  of
  the
  time
  it
  would
  take
  through
  conventional
  methods.
• Cost-Effectiveness:
  Legal
  services
  can
  be
  expensive,
  making
  them
  inaccessible
  for
  many
  small
  businesses
  and
  individuals.
  NearBy
  offers
  a
  more
  affordable
  solution
  by
  providing
  essential
  legal
  tools
  and
  support
  on
  a
  single
  platform,
  reducing
  the
  need
  for
  multiple
  costly
  consultations
  with
  lawyers.
  This
  democratizes
  access
  to
  legal
  support,
  ensuring
  that
  more
  people
  can
  manage
  their
  legal
  needs
  without
  incurring
  prohibitive
  costs.
• Connecting
  with
  Local
  Experts:
  For
  those
  who
  still
  prefer
  human
  interaction,
  finding
  a
  qualified
  legal
  professional
  nearby
  can
  be
  challenging.
  NearBy
  includes
  a
  geolocation
  feature
  that
  helps
  users
  easily
  find
  and
  book
  appointments
  with
  local
  lawyers
  and
  notaries
  based
  on
  their
  specific
  needs.
  This
  feature
  enhances
  accessibility
  and
  allows
  users
  to
  select
  professionals
  based
  on
  their
  specialization,
  rating,
  and
  proximity.

In
summary,
NearBy
addresses
the
fundamental
challenges
of
accessibility,
complexity,
time
inefficiency,
cost,
and
connection
to
local
legal
experts,
transforming
the
way
people
engage
with
legal
services
and
making
it
more
user-friendly
and
efficient.

Who
are
your
competitors?

NearBy
operates
in
a
competitive
landscape
that
includes
various
legal
technology
platforms
and
traditional
legal
service
providers.
Our
primary
competitors
can
be
categorized
into
a
few
key
groups:

• Online
  Legal
  Services
  Platforms:
  Companies
  like
  LegalZoom,
  Rocket
  Lawyer,
  and
  LawDepot
  provide
  online
  legal
  document
  creation
  and
  filing
  services.
  While
  they
  offer
  user-friendly
  interfaces
  for
  creating
  legal
  documents,
  they
  often
  lack
  the
  comprehensive
  AI-driven
  support
  and
  real-time
  consultation
  features
  that
  NearBy
  provides.
  Our
  platform’s
  integrated
  AI
  legal
  assistant
  offers
  immediate
  responses
  and
  contract
  analysis,
  giving
  us
  a
  unique
  edge
  in
  terms
  of
  accessibility
  and
  efficiency.
• Legal
  Marketplaces:
  Platforms
  such
  as
  UpCounsel
  and
  Avvo
  connect
  users
  with
  legal
  professionals
  for
  consultations
  and
  services.
  Although
  these
  marketplaces
  facilitate
  finding
  lawyers,
  they
  typically
  do
  not
  offer
  the
  same
  level
  of
  integrated
  tools
  for
  document
  creation,
  analysis,
  and
  electronic
  signing
  that
  NearBy
  does.
  Our
  all-in-one
  approach
  makes
  it
  easier
  for
  users
  to
  manage
  their
  legal
  needs
  without
  needing
  to
  switch
  between
  multiple
  platforms.
• Traditional
  Law
  Firms:
  Established
  law
  firms
  offer
  personalized
  legal
  services
  but
  often
  come
  with
  high
  fees
  and
  limited
  availability.
  Many
  individuals
  and
  small
  businesses
  find
  traditional
  legal
  services
  too
  expensive
  and
  time-consuming.
  NearBy’s
  platform
  is
  designed
  to
  provide
  affordable,
  on-demand
  legal
  support,
  making
  legal
  assistance
  more
  accessible
  and
  less
  intimidating
  for
  users.
• AI
  Legal
  Assistants:
  Other
  companies,
  such
  as
  DoNotPay
  and
  Legal
  Robot,
  utilize
  AI
  to
  provide
  legal
  advice
  and
  document
  analysis.
  However,
  these
  services
  may
  not
  offer
  the
  same
  comprehensive
  range
  of
  tools
  that
  NearBy
  does,
  including
  the
  ability
  to
  create
  custom
  documents,
  execute
  electronic
  signatures,
  and
  connect
  users
  with
  local
  legal
  experts
  through
  geolocation.
• Local
  Notary
  and
  Document
  Services:
  Many
  users
  rely
  on
  local
  notaries
  and
  document
  service
  providers
  for
  their
  legal
  needs.
  While
  these
  services
  are
  effective
  for
  specific
  tasks,
  they
  often
  lack
  the
  digital
  integration
  and
  efficiency
  that
  NearBy
  offers.
  Our
  platform
  combines
  notary
  services
  with
  document
  creation
  and
  legal
  consultations,
  providing
  a
  seamless
  user
  experience.

In
summary,
while
we
face
competition
from
various
sources,
NearBy
distinguishes
itself
through
its
comprehensive,
AI-driven
platform
that
integrates
multiple
legal
services
into
one
user-friendly
solution.
Our
focus
on
accessibility,
efficiency,
and
cost-effectiveness
positions
us
uniquely
in
the
legal
tech
market,
allowing
us
to
address
the
evolving
needs
of
users
seeking
legal
support.

NearBy
differentiates
itself
in
the
legal
tech
space
through
a
combination
of
innovative
features,
comprehensive
service
offerings,
and
a
user-centric
approach
that
makes
us
both
useful
and
attractive
to
our
customers.
Here
are
the
key
differences
that
set
NearBy
apart:

• Integrated
  AI
  Legal
  Assistant:
  Unlike
  many
  competitors,
  NearBy
  features
  a
  proprietary,
  voice-activated
  AI
  legal
  assistant
  available
  24/7.
  This
  tool
  provides
  real-time,
  accurate
  legal
  advice
  and
  answers
  to
  inquiries,
  making
  legal
  support
  accessible
  at
  any
  time.
  While
  other
  platforms
  may
  offer
  chatbots,
  our
  AI
  is
  specifically
  trained
  on
  a
  vast
  database
  of
  legal
  knowledge,
  enabling
  it
  to
  handle
  complex
  queries
  that
  typical
  bots
  may
  struggle
  with.
• All-in-One
  Platform:
  NearBy
  consolidates
  a
  wide
  range
  of
  legal
  services
  into
  a
  single
  platform,
  including
  document
  creation,
  electronic
  signing,
  contract
  analysis,
  notary
  services,
  and
  geolocation-based
  expert
  searches.
  This
  integrated
  approach
  streamlines
  the
  user
  experience,
  eliminating
  the
  need
  to
  navigate
  multiple
  platforms
  for
  different
  legal
  tasks.
  Users
  can
  manage
  all
  their
  legal
  needs
  efficiently
  from
  one
  place.
• User-Centric
  Design
  and
  Functionality:
  Our
  platform
  is
  designed
  with
  the
  end
  user
  in
  mind,
  offering
  a
  straightforward
  interface
  that
  simplifies
  the
  process
  of
  obtaining
  legal
  support.
  The
  document
  builder
  allows
  for
  customization,
  while
  features
  like
  price
  filtering
  for
  legal
  experts
  ensure
  users
  can
  find
  affordable
  help.
  This
  focus
  on
  user
  experience
  makes
  NearBy
  more
  appealing
  than
  platforms
  that
  may
  be
  cumbersome
  or
  difficult
  to
  navigate.
• Geolocation
  Features:
  NearBy’s
  ability
  to
  connect
  users
  with
  local
  legal
  professionals
  through
  geolocation
  not
  only
  helps
  users
  find
  the
  right
  experts
  quickly
  but
  also
  fosters
  a
  sense
  of
  community
  and
  trust.
  This
  feature
  enhances
  accessibility,
  particularly
  for
  users
  who
  prefer
  face-to-face
  interactions
  for
  specific
  legal
  matters.
• Cost-Effective
  Solutions:
  Our
  pricing
  structure
  is
  designed
  to
  be
  more
  affordable
  than
  traditional
  law
  firms
  and
  many
  online
  competitors.
  By
  providing
  a
  suite
  of
  tools
  and
  services
  on
  a
  single
  platform,
  we
  reduce
  the
  overall
  costs
  associated
  with
  obtaining
  legal
  assistance.
  This
  democratizes
  access
  to
  legal
  services,
  making
  it
  feasible
  for
  small
  businesses
  and
  individuals
  to
  seek
  help
  without
  financial
  strain.
• Continuous
  Improvement
  Through
  User
  Feedback:
  NearBy
  is
  committed
  to
  evolving
  based
  on
  real-world
  user
  experiences.
  Our
  market
  validation
  efforts
  in
  Kazakhstan
  have
  provided
  invaluable
  insights,
  ensuring
  our
  platform
  adapts
  to
  the
  actual
  needs
  of
  users.
  This
  responsiveness
  sets
  us
  apart
  from
  competitors
  who
  may
  not
  actively
  seek
  or
  implement
  user
  feedback.
• Focus
  on
  Digital
  Transformation:
  As
  the
  legal
  industry
  increasingly
  shifts
  towards
  digital
  solutions,
  NearBy
  is
  at
  the
  forefront
  of
  this
  transformation.
  We
  offer
  modern,
  tech-driven
  services
  that
  align
  with
  the
  evolving
  expectations
  of
  today’s
  users,
  making
  our
  platform
  not
  only
  relevant
  but
  essential
  in
  the
  contemporary
  legal
  landscape.

In
summary,
NearBy
is
more
useful
and
attractive
due
to
our
comprehensive,
integrated
services,
user-centric
design,
advanced
AI
capabilities,
and
commitment
to
affordability
and
continuous
improvement.
By
addressing
the
common
pain
points
in
accessing
legal
support
and
streamlining
the
entire
process,
we
position
ourselves
as
a
leader
in
the
legal
tech
space,
dedicated
to
enhancing
the
way
individuals
and
businesses
interact
with
legal
services.

Demo
Video.

See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located? 4/28/2017.
Lewes,
Del.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)? NearBy’s
target
customers
encompass
a
diverse
range
of
segments
within
the
legal
market,
reflecting
our
commitment
to
accessibility
and
usability
across
various
user
types.
Our
primary
target
customers
include:

• Small
  and
  Medium-Sized
  Businesses
  (SMBs):
  Many
  SMBs
  often
  lack
  the
  resources
  to
  hire
  in-house
  legal
  teams.
  NearBy
  provides
  these
  businesses
  with
  an
  affordable,
  efficient
  platform
  for
  accessing
  legal
  support
  as
  needed.
  Our
  integrated
  tools
  help
  them
  manage
  contracts,
  legal
  documents,
  and
  compliance
  issues
  without
  the
  high
  costs
  typically
  associated
  with
  traditional
  legal
  services.
• Solo
  Practitioners
  and
  Small
  Law
  Firms:
  Legal
  professionals
  working
  independently
  or
  in
  small
  firms
  can
  greatly
  benefit
  from
  NearBy’s
  tools.
  The
  platform
  allows
  them
  to
  streamline
  their
  workflows,
  automate
  document
  generation,
  and
  improve
  client
  communication,
  enabling
  them
  to
  serve
  their
  clients
  more
  effectively
  while
  saving
  time
  and
  resources.
• Individuals
  and
  Consumers:
  NearBy
  is
  designed
  to
  assist
  everyday
  users
  who
  require
  legal
  services
  for
  personal
  matters,
  such
  as
  creating
  wills,
  handling
  real
  estate
  transactions,
  or
  addressing
  family
  law
  issues.
  Our
  user-friendly
  platform
  empowers
  individuals
  to
  manage
  their
  legal
  needs
  independently,
  making
  legal
  assistance
  more
  accessible
  to
  everyone.
• Startups
  and
  Entrepreneurs:
  New
  businesses
  often
  face
  unique
  legal
  challenges
  and
  require
  guidance
  on
  compliance,
  contracts,
  and
  other
  legal
  matters.
  NearBy
  provides
  startups
  with
  the
  resources
  they
  need
  to
  navigate
  these
  complexities
  while
  keeping
  costs
  manageable.
  Our
  platform
  can
  serve
  as
  a
  valuable
  legal
  partner
  during
  their
  formative
  stages.
• Legal
  Departments
  of
  Corporations:
  Larger
  corporations
  may
  also
  find
  value
  in
  NearBy
  as
  a
  supplementary
  resource
  for
  their
  legal
  departments.
  Our
  platform
  can
  help
  streamline
  routine
  tasks,
  such
  as
  contract
  management
  and
  compliance
  checks,
  allowing
  in-house
  legal
  teams
  to
  focus
  on
  more
  strategic
  initiatives
  while
  maintaining
  efficiency.
• Nonprofits
  and
  NGOs:
  Organizations
  operating
  in
  the
  nonprofit
  sector
  often
  have
  limited
  budgets
  for
  legal
  services.
  NearBy
  offers
  a
  cost-effective
  solution
  for
  managing
  legal
  documentation
  and
  compliance,
  helping
  these
  organizations
  fulfill
  their
  missions
  without
  overspending
  on
  legal
  support.
• Educational
  Institutions:
  Schools,
  colleges,
  and
  universities
  frequently
  encounter
  legal
  issues
  related
  to
  contracts,
  policies,
  and
  compliance.
  NearBy
  can
  assist
  educational
  institutions
  in
  managing
  these
  matters
  efficiently,
  ensuring
  they
  adhere
  to
  legal
  standards
  while
  minimizing
  risks.

By
targeting
a
broad
spectrum
of
customers,
NearBy
aims
to
democratize
access
to
legal
services,
ensuring
that
users
from
various
backgrounds
and
needs
can
benefit
from
our
innovative
platform.
Our
user-centric
design
and
comprehensive
offerings
make
NearBy
a
versatile
solution
that
can
adapt
to
the
specific
requirements
of
each
customer
segment.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service? $50
a
year.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
Our
product
is
priced
at
$50
per
annual
subscription.
With
a
growing
customer
base,
we’ve
achieved
consistent
revenue
growth,
driven
by
the
diverse
needs
of
our
target
audience.  We
currently
have
between
101
to
1,000
users
actively
engaged
with
our
platform,
with
over
200
of
them
being
paying
customers.
This
demonstrates
strong
initial
adoption
and
a
clear
demand
for
our
solution
in
the
market.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
With
a
strong
foundation,
we’re
focused
on
expanding
our
user
base,
enhancing
platform
features,
and
scaling
our
impact
across
additional
markets.

• 2025:
  Development
  and
  implementation
  of
  document
  workflow
  among
  users
  of
  the
  Nearby 
  platform
  for
  document
  sharing
  and
  real-time
  editing
  without
  leaving
  the
  platform;
  continuous
  training
  and
  enhancement
  of
  artificial
  intelligence;
  introduction
  of
  a
  system
  for
  analyzing
  potential
  court
  cases,
  predicting
  outcomes,
  and
  making
  decisions
  based
  on
  the
  analysis
  of
  the
  current
  database
  of
  court
  rulings
  in
  the
  Republic
  of
  Kazakhstan.
• 2026:
  Launch
  of
  a
  mobile
  application
  with
  a
  voice
  navigation
  feature
  to
  ensure
  broad
  adoption
  of
  the
  product
  by
  citizens
  of
  Kazakhstan;
  initiation
  of
  artificial
  intelligence
  training
  on
  international
  law
  matters.
• 2027:
  Development
  of
  a
  custom
  version
  of
  Nearby
  for
  small
  and
  medium-sized
  businesses
  (SMBs).
• 2028:
  Integration
  with
  government
  systems
  and
  databases
  in
  Kazakhstan.
• 2029:
  Expansion
  into
  international
  markets.
  Adapting
  the
  platform
  for
  use
  in
  the
  USA,
  UAE,
  and
  CIS
  markets.
• 2030:
  Creation
  of
  a
  universal
  platform
  for
  managing
  legal
  documents
  with
  full
  integration
  of
  artificial
  intelligence
  systems,
  including
  predictive
  analytics
  and
  automation
  of
  document
  approval
  processes;
  global
  expansion
  of
  the
  platform,
  launching
  the
  product
  in
  European
  and
  Asian
  markets.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
Outside
funding
was
from
the
international
law
firm
ILF
A&A,
which
is
also
the
owner
of
our
platform.
This
partnership
not
only
provides
us
with
stable
financial
resources
but
also
grants
us
access
to
ILF
A&A’s
expertise
in
the
legal
field.
With
this
collaboration,
we
can
integrate
best
practices
and
high
standards
into
our
services,
significantly
enhancing
the
value
of
the
NearBy
platform
for
our
users
and
enabling
us
to
adapt
quickly
to
market
changes.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
At
NearBy,
diversity
is
a
core
value
that
drives
innovation
and
strengthens
our
ability
to
meet
the
needs
of
a
wide-ranging
customer
base.
Our
leadership
and
workforce
are
composed
of
individuals
from
various
cultural
and
geographic
backgrounds,
providing
unique
perspectives
that
enhance
our
decision-making
and
problem-solving
processes.
We
take
pride
in
fostering
gender
diversity
across
all
levels
of
the
company,
ensuring
balanced
representation
in
leadership
and
operational
roles,
which
contributes
to
a
more
inclusive
and
collaborative
work
environment.
Our
team’s
expertise
spans
multiple
disciplines,
including
law,
technology,
business,
and
design,
enabling
us
to
approach
challenges
holistically
and
develop
solutions
that
integrate
legal
expertise
with
advanced
technology.
NearBy
is
deeply
committed
to
inclusivity,
creating
a
culture
where
all
employees
feel
valued
and
empowered
to
share
their
ideas
and
perspectives.
This
diversity
not
only
enriches
our
internal
operations
but
also
aligns
with
our
mission
to
democratize
access
to
legal
services,
ensuring
we
can
effectively
serve
our
equally
diverse
customer
base.             
•

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
At
NearBy,
we
are
committed
to
fostering
diversity
and
inclusion
within
the
legal
tech
community
through
several
key
initiatives
and
practices:

• Diverse
  Team
  Composition:
  We
  prioritize
  building
  a
  diverse
  team
  that
  reflects
  a
  variety
  of
  backgrounds,
  experiences,
  and
  perspectives.
  By
  actively
  recruiting
  individuals
  from
  different
  demographics,
  including
  gender,
  ethnicity,
  and
  educational
  backgrounds,
  we
  create
  a
  more
  inclusive
  workplace
  that
  fosters
  innovation
  and
  creativity.
  A
  diverse
  team
  brings
  varied
  viewpoints,
  enabling
  us
  to
  better
  understand
  and
  address
  the
  needs
  of
  a
  broader
  user
  base.
• User-Centric
  Design:
  Our
  platform
  is
  designed
  to
  be
  accessible
  and
  user-friendly
  for
  all
  individuals,
  regardless
  of
  their
  legal
  knowledge
  or
  background.
  We
  incorporate
  user
  feedback
  from
  a
  diverse
  audience
  to
  ensure
  that
  our
  tools
  cater
  to
  the
  needs
  of
  different
  user
  groups,
  including
  underserved
  communities
  and
  individuals
  who
  may
  not
  have
  prior
  experience
  with
  legal
  technology.
• Education
  and
  Outreach
  Programs:
  NearBy
  engages
  in
  outreach
  initiatives
  to
  educate
  and
  empower
  underrepresented
  groups
  in
  the
  legal
  field.
  We
  offer
  workshops,
  webinars,
  and
  resources
  aimed
  at
  promoting
  legal
  literacy,
  especially
  for
  small
  businesses,
  entrepreneurs,
  and
  individuals
  who
  may
  lack
  access
  to
  traditional
  legal
  support.
  By
  providing
  these
  resources,
  we
  help
  bridge
  the
  gap
  in
  legal
  knowledge
  and
  empower
  more
  people
  to
  navigate
  legal
  processes
  confidently.
• Partnerships
  with
  Diverse
  Organizations:
  We
  collaborate
  with
  organizations
  and
  initiatives
  that
  focus
  on
  diversity
  and
  inclusion
  in
  the
  legal
  sector.
  By
  partnering
  with
  nonprofits,
  educational
  institutions,
  and
  community
  groups,
  we
  work
  to
  amplify
  voices
  from
  underrepresented
  communities
  and
  promote
  greater
  participation
  in
  the
  legal
  tech
  landscape.
• Support
  for
  Minority-Owned
  Businesses:
  NearBy
  actively
  seeks
  to
  support
  minority-owned
  businesses
  and
  startups
  by
  offering
  tailored
  resources
  and
  affordable
  legal
  assistance.
  Our
  platform
  is
  designed
  to
  make
  legal
  services
  more
  accessible,
  helping
  these
  businesses
  thrive
  and
  contribute
  to
  a
  more
  equitable
  economy.
• Commitment
  to
  Continuous
  Improvement:
  We
  recognize
  that
  fostering
  diversity
  and
  inclusion
  is
  an
  ongoing
  journey.
  NearBy
  is
  committed
  to
  continuously
  evaluating
  our
  practices,
  seeking
  feedback,
  and
  making
  necessary
  adjustments
  to
  ensure
  we
  are
  actively
  contributing
  to
  a
  more
  inclusive
  legal
  tech
  community.

By
prioritizing
diversity
and
inclusion
in
our
operations,
product
development,
and
outreach
efforts,
NearBy
aims
to
create
a
more
equitable
legal
tech
ecosystem
that
benefits
everyone
and
ensures
that
all
voices
are
heard
and
represented.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?
N/A

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Company.
Oraql
Tech.

Elevator
Pitch.
Oraql
Tech
provides
an
all-in-one
software
solution
for
law
firms,
optimizing
client
and
lead
data
to
increase
conversion
rates
and
streamline
client
interaction.
Our
proprietary
LLM
analyzes
client
preferences,
jurisdictions,
and
conversion
histories,
offering
tailored
recommendations
to
enhance
lead
conversion
and
optimize
interactions.
Oraql
Tech
bridges
client
data
with
actionable
insights
to
revolutionize
legal
practice
efficiency
and
effectiveness.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? Oraql
Tech
is
pioneering
the
legal
tech
market
with
its
first-to-market
approach,
offering
an
all-in-one
software
platform
powered
by
an
advanced
Large
Language
Model
(LLM)
tailored
for
legal
insights.
Unlike
existing
solutions,
Oraql
Tech’s
LLM
analyzes
comprehensive
client
and
lead
data
to
deliver
precise,
actionable
recommendations,
optimizing
conversions
and
enhancing
firm-client
interactions.
Additionally,
our
software
includes
an
SDK,
enabling
firms
and
developers
to
seamlessly
integrate
and
customize
our
solution
to
fit
their
unique
needs.
This
combination
of
cutting-edge
LLM
capabilities,
a
robust
SDK,
and
an
all-encompassing
approach
makes
Oraql
Tech
a
truly
innovative
force
in
transforming
legal
practice
efficiency.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve? Oraql
Tech
solves
the
challenge
of
disjointed
client
data
and
inefficient
lead
management
in
law
firms.
Many
firms
struggle
with
disparate
systems
that
don’t
provide
comprehensive
insights
into
client
preferences,
conversion
rates,
and
lead
optimization.
Our
all-in-one
platform
leverages
an
advanced
LLM
(Large
Language
Model)
to
analyze
and
connect
client
data,
offering
firms
actionable
recommendations
to
enhance
lead
conversions
and
streamline
client
interactions.
Additionally,
with
Oraql
Tech’s
integrated
SDK,
firms
can
customize
and
expand
their
technology
stack,
addressing
the
pain
points
of
integration,
data
silos,
and
inefficient
processes.
This
results
in
more
informed
decisions,
improved
client
relationships,
and
increased
firm
efficiency.

Who
are
your
competitors?
Oraql
Tech
currently
has
no
direct
competitors
in
its
unique
approach.
The
closest
comparison
is
4iiz,
which
focuses
on
lead
generation
through
marketing
analytics.
Unlike
4iiz,
Oraql
Tech
goes
beyond
traditional
lead
generation
by
utilizing
advanced
LLM
(Large
Language
Model)
capabilities
to
analyze
comprehensive
client
data
and
deliver
actionable
insights
tailored
to
legal
practices.
Oraql
Tech
is
not
a
client
management
software
but
rather
a
platform
designed
to
optimize
lead
conversion
and
streamline
client
interactions
through
its
innovative
data-driven
approach.
This
positions
Oraql
Tech
in
a
niche
of
its
own
within
the
legal
tech
space.

Demo
Video.
N/A.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located? 10/20/2024.
Pennsylvania.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)? Oraql
Tech
targets
law
firms
and
legal
departments
of
all
sizes—small,
medium,
and
large—offering
scalable
solutions
to
meet
varying
needs.
The
platform
is
designed
to
seamlessly
integrate
with
client
management
software
through
strategic
partnerships
as
well.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
Oraql
Tech
is
still
finalizing
its
pricing
structure
while
in
the
pre-seed
venture
stage.
However,
we
aim
to
offer
the
platform
at
a
lower
price
point
compared
to
traditional
client
management
software
subscriptions.
The
planned
pricing
is
under
$35
per
month
per
user
for
the
core
features.
Additionally,
for
those
interested
in
further
customization
and
integration
capabilities,
we
offer
an
annual
license
fee
for
SDK
access.
This
flexible
pricing
strategy
ensures
affordability
for
firms
of
all
sizes
while
maintaining
a
competitive
edge
in
the
legal
tech
market.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
Oraql
Tech
is
currently
in
its
pre-seed
venture
stage,
with
a
focus
on
finalizing
product
features,
integrations,
and
market
positioning.
While
we
are
not
yet
generating
revenue,
we
are
actively
developing
partnerships
with
client
management
software
platforms
to
create
a
seamless
integration
experience.

Our
development
efforts
have
been
supported
by
early
interest
from
several
law
firms
across
varying
sizes—small,
medium,
and
large—who
are
seeking
a
comprehensive
solution
to
enhance
client
interaction
and
lead
conversion
through
data-driven
insights.
The
feedback
received
during
product
testing
has
validated
our
unique
approach,
with
firms
showing
keen
interest
in
adopting
Oraql
Tech
upon
launch.

Additionally,
Oraql
Tech’s
pricing
strategy—offering
its
services
at
under
$35
per
user
per
month
or
through
an
annual
SDK
license—positions
us
competitively
in
the
market,
especially
compared
to
traditional
client
management
software
subscriptions.
As
we
move
toward
our
next
funding
round,
our
goal
is
to
expand
user
adoption
and
secure
long-term
contracts
with
key
law
firms
and
departments.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years. Over
the
next
five
years,
Oraql
Tech’s
growth
plan
focuses
on
four
key
strategies:

• Market
  Penetration
  and
  Expansion:
  Initially,
  we
  aim
  to
  increase
  adoption
  among
  small,
  medium,
  and
  large
  law
  firms
  by
  leveraging
  our
  lower
  pricing
  model
  and
  advanced
  LLM
  capabilities.
  Strategic
  partnerships
  with
  client
  management
  software
  providers
  will
  play
  a
  crucial
  role
  in
  expanding
  our
  reach
  to
  firms
  that
  can
  benefit
  from
  enhanced
  insights
  and
  lead
  conversion
  capabilities.
• Product
  Development
  and
  Innovation:
  We
  will
  continue
  refining
  Oraql
  Tech’s
  features
  based
  on
  early
  user
  feedback
  and
  market
  demands.
  This
  includes
  enhancing
  the
  LLM
  for
  deeper
  data
  insights
  and
  expanding
  the
  SDK
  capabilities
  to
  accommodate
  more
  customization
  and
  integration
  options.
  Our
  goal
  is
  to
  make
  Oraql
  Tech
  indispensable
  to
  firms
  looking
  to
  optimize
  client
  interactions.
• Strategic
  Partnerships
  and
  Integrations:
  As
  Oraql
  Tech
  matures,
  forming
  alliances
  with
  additional
  client
  management
  and
  legal
  tech
  providers
  will
  be
  critical.
  This
  will
  allow
  us
  to
  integrate
  seamlessly
  with
  established
  systems
  and
  become
  a
  vital
  extension
  of
  existing
  workflows
  for
  firms,
  enhancing
  the
  overall
  value
  proposition.
• Revenue
  and
  User
  Growth:
  Our
  pricing
  model—set
  at
  under
  $35
  per
  user
  per
  month
  or
  through
  an
  annual
  SDK
  license—will
  be
  key
  to
  driving
  user
  acquisition
  and
  retention.
  By
  focusing
  on
  an
  affordable,
  high-value
  offering,
  we
  aim
  to
  scale
  rapidly
  and
  achieve
  significant
  market
  penetration.
  Over
  time,
  we
  will
  explore
  additional
  revenue
  streams
  such
  as
  premium
  features
  and
  advanced
  analytics
  modules.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
Oraql
Tech
has
not
yet
received
outside
funding,
but
within
a
short
period,
we
successfully
secured
several
introductions
and
meetings
with
venture
capitalists
for
pre-seed
funding.
This
early
traction
in
funding
opportunities
reflects
strong
market
interest
in
our
unique
approach.
Additionally,
we
have
successfully
established
our
software
development
team,
positioning
us
to
build
and
refine
the
platform
rapidly
as
we
move
towards
our
next
growth
phase.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
Oraql
Tech
values
diversity,
with
leadership
and
workforce
backgrounds
spanning
law,
technology,
and
military
service.
As
a
veteran-led
company,
we
emphasize
resilience,
strategic
growth,
and
teamwork.
This
blend
of
expertise
and
experiences
drives
our
innovative
approach
to
solving
legal
tech
challenges
with
fresh
perspectives.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
Oraql
Tech
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community
by
prioritizing
diverse
leadership
and
hiring
practices.
As
a
veteran-led
company,
we
bring
a
unique
blend
of
military
discipline
and
industry
expertise.
We
actively
seek
to
include
perspectives
from
different
backgrounds
in
law,
technology,
and
business,
fostering
an
environment
that
embraces
innovation
and
collaboration
to
address
challenges
in
the
legal
sector
from
multiple
angles.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?
Oraql
Tech
is
driven
by
a
vision
to
transform
the
legal
industry
through
innovative
technology
and
inclusive
practices.
As
a
first-to-market
solution
with
no
direct
competitors,
we
aim
to
set
new
standards
in
how
law
firms
handle
client
data
and
optimize
interactions.
We’ve
already
secured
venture
capitalist
interest
and
assembled
a
dedicated
development
team,
reflecting
our
commitment
to
growth
and
innovation.
By
maintaining
a
flexible
pricing
model
and
partnering
with
leading
client
management
platforms,
we’re
focused
on
making
our
solutions
accessible
and
impactful
for
firms
of
all
sizes.

---

Company.
Quench,
Inc.

Elevator
Pitch.
Medical
record
review
is
excruciating.
Legal
and
medical
professionals
spend
days
reviewing
1000s
of
PDF
pages,
risking
oversight
of
crucial
details
while
searching
for
critical
evidence.
Physician-led
Quench
transforms
records
into
searchable,
sortable
chronologies
and
evidence-based
insights.
Reviewers
uncover
patterns,
track
treatments,
and
find
a
needle
in
the
haystack
to
support
opinions
with
evidence.
The
Quench
platform
keeps
users
organized
and
focused
on
expert
review
and
analysis.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? Quench
radically
reduces
the
effort
required
of
legal
professionals
and
physician-experts
to
organize
and
analyze
medical
records.
Created
by
physicians
and
clinical
AI
experts
with
decades
of
experience,
we
have
personally
experienced
the
overwhelming
burden
of
reviewing
thousands
of
pages
of
disorganized,
unstructured
PDFs
to
build
cases,
reach
conclusions,
and
create
quality
reports.
To
best
educate
judges,
juries,
and
involved
parties
in
medical-legal
matters
such
as
malpractice
or
workers’
compensation
appeals,
physician-experts
must
meet
the
standard
of 
reasonable
degree
of
medical
certainty
under
penalty
of
perjury,
based
on
review
of
the
entire
medical
record.

Unlike
solutions
using
ChatGPT
or
commercial
LLMs,
Quench
was
engineered
specifically
to
understand
medical
records’
unique
structure
and
specialized
content.
Tables,
handwriting,
obscure
abbreviations
–
out-of-the-box
AI
fails
here.
Quench
provides
elegant,
intuitive
tools
to
efficiently
organize
any
volume
of
records,
with
a
conversational
interface
that
lets
users
query
the
record
as
if
speaking
with
a
bright
legal
assistant.

By
consolidating
previously
fragmented
workflows
into
a
single
HIPAA-compliant
platform,
we
free
legal
professionals
from
inefficient
processes
and
return
physicians
to
what
they
love
–
establishing
medical
truth
thoughtfully
and
accurately.
This
enables
a
better-informed
Court
and
more
thorough,
defensible
cases
that
directly
impact
justice
for
injured
parties,
victims
of
medical
errors,
and
those
defending
such
claims.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve? Quench
solves
a
critical
challenge
in
medical-legal
review:
the
overwhelming
task
of
analyzing
thousands
of
pages
of
unstructured
medical
PDFs
to
find
and
document
critical
details
that
will
withstand
legal
scrutiny.
Legal
professionals
and
physician
experts
currently
struggle
with
fragmented
tools
and
manual
processes
for
creating
chronologies,
bookmarking
sources,
searching
records,
and
maintaining
context
across
complex
cases.
By
automating
these
tedious
tasks
in
a
single
secure
platform,
Quench
transforms
how
reviewers
establish
medical
truth.

While
other
solutions
focus
on
statistical
risk
assessment
or
basic
summarization,
only
Quench
addresses
the
specific
needs
of
medical-legal
review
–
where
conclusions
must
meet
the
standard
of
reasonable
degree
of
medical
certainty,
and
every
detail
must
be
defensible
under
cross-examination.
This
returns
physicians
to
their
true
calling
and
empowers
legal
professionals
to
build
more
substantial
cases,
whether
supporting
legitimate
claims
or
defending
against
unsubstantiated
ones.

Who
are
your
competitors?
Wise
Docs,
Digital
Owl.

Demo
Video. See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located? 1/1/2023.
Mill
Valley,
Calif.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)? Law
firms
specializing
in
personal
injury,
medical
negligence,
mass
tort
litigation,
physician
experts,
and
life
care
planning
firms
are
key
customers
for
Quench.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
N/A.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction. To
date,
we’ve
gained
significant
traction,
with
over
700
users
on
our
waitlist
and
30
actively
participating
in
our
early
access
program.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
Our
five-year
plan
focuses
on
scaling
customers
and
product
innovation.
We
aim
to
enhance
our
generative
AI
capabilities
and
expand
our
product
offerings
to
meet
more
of
the
needs
of
our
target
customers:
legal
and
healthcare
professionals.
We
plan
to
establish
Quench
as
a
market
leader
in
medical-legal
software
solutions
through
strategic
partnerships,
user-driven
development,
and
our
commitment
to
accuracy
and
privacy.

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
$1M
–
$5M
in
outside
funding.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
At
Quench,
our
diverse
leadership
team
brings
together
professionals
from
the
healthcare,
legal,
and
technology
sectors.
With
varied
cultural
backgrounds,
career
paths,
genders,
and
educational
achievements,
our
team
offers
a
broad
spectrum
of
perspectives.
This
diversity
fuels
innovative
thinking
and
ensures
our
solutions
meet
the
needs
of
all
our
stakeholders.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
Quench
designs
intuitive
and
easy-to-use
solutions,
enabling
legal
and
healthcare
professionals
from
various
backgrounds
and
skill
levels
to
streamline
their
workflows
without
requiring
extensive
technical
expertise.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?
We
have
an
ongoing
dialogue
with
attorneys
and
doctors
in
the
medical-legal
industry.
Dr.
Michael
Lesh
and
the
team
interviewed
hundreds
of
individuals
to
understand
the
pain
points
they
face
when
organizing
and
analyzing
medical-legal
records.
Every
day
brings
fresh
insights
from
our
conversations
and
feedback
from
early
users
who
are
actively
using
the
product.
Their
input
is
invaluable
in
highlighting
real-world
challenges
and
guiding
our
product
development.

To
further
our
understanding
of
the
industry’s
needs
and
share
our
insights,
we
have
been
invited
to
speak
at
prominent
events:

• Law-di-Gras:
  Presented
  on
  the
  application
  of
  AI
  for
  high-volume
  law
  firms.
• American
  College
  of
  Chiropractic
  Consultants:
  Discussed
  AI
  applications
  in
  medical
  record
  review.
• Delta
  HealthTech
  Innovators
  Podcast:
  Interviewed
  on
  revolutionizing
  medical-legal
  record
  review
  with
  AI.
• Legal
  Tech
  Fund:
  Participated
  in
  industry
  discussions
  and
  shared
  our
  vision.

By
actively
engaging
with
industry
professionals
and
sharing
our
knowledge,
we
aim
to
advance
the
medical-legal
field
and
deliver
innovative
solutions
that
address
real-world
challenges
and
advance
the
cause
of
justice.

---

Company.
Querious,
Inc.

Elevator
Pitch.
Querious
(curious)
enhances
virtual
attorney-client
conversations
with
generative
AI.
Querious
innovates
at
the
heart
of
legal
practice;
where
trust
is
earned
and
business
is
won.
Querious
ensures
attorneys
identify
legal
issues,
uncover
key
details,
and
have
access
to
relevant
legal
content
in
real-time.
It’s
simple
to
adopt—no
lengthy
implementation
or
training
required.
With
Querious,
attorneys
can
deliver
top-tier
advice
and
unlock
revenue
opportunities—every
single
day.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative?
Querious
is
a
novel
legal
technology
tool
because
it
innovates
at
the
heart
of
legal
practice—the
attorney-client
conversation.
The
legal
technology
field
is
crowded,
but
no
other
products
on
the
market
currently
focus
on
the
attorney-client
conversation.
Some
attorneys
have
adopted
note-takers
in
virtual
meetings
(e.g.,
Zoom
AI
companion,
Firelies.ai,
Otter.ai
or
Fathom).
However,
these
tools
are
distinguishable
from
Querious
because
the
notetakers
do
NOT
provide
real-time
prompts
for
legal
issues,
questions,
and
content.
Additionally,
notetakers
create
an
audio
file
and
transcription
of
the
entire
conversation
that
persists
after
the
meeting,
which
is
high-risk
from
a
litigation
perspective.
Querious
was
designed
by
attorneys,
never
creates
a
full
transcript,
and
discards
any
segments
of
transcribed
text
at
the
conclusion
of
the
meeting.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve?

Problem
1:
Attorneys
are
under
immense
pressure
to
engage
clients,
deliver
expert
advice,
and
in
many
cases
meet
billing
requirements.
Existing
legal
tech
tools
boast
efficiency
and
automation.
In
a
billable
hour
model,
this
technology
actually
works
against
most
attorneys
in
private
practice
and
decreases
revenue.
In
contrast,
Querious
helps
attorneys
identify
legal
issues
in
client
conversations,
especially
issues
outside
of
their
practice,
which
can
lead
to
new
billable
work
and
cross-selling
opportunities
that
increase
revenue
to
the
firm.

Problem
2:
Clients
expect
attorneys
to
adopt
technology,
but
existing
legal
tech
tools
leverage
artificial
intelligence
in
a
high-risk
way.
Most
use
cases
in
law
focus
on
leveraging
AI
for
precision
activities,
including
research,
drafting,
and
document
analysis.
Hallucinations
by
AI
in
these
precision
use
cases
can
result
in
serious
consequences
to
the
attorneys
and
their
clients,
including
losing
a
case,
being
sanctioned
by
a
judge
or
facing
disciplinary
actions
from
the
state
bar.
In
contrast,
Querious
leverages
AI
in
the
optimal
use
case,
which
is
in
a
conversation
where
even
high-level
AI-generated
prompts
about
relevant
legal
issues,
questions,
and
content
can
be
impactful,
yet
low
risk.
If
a
hallucination
occurs
in
the
output
of
Querious,
attorneys
can
simply
ignore
the
prompt
or
if
such
prompt
is
mentioned,
the
attorney
can
subsequently
revise
the
comment
in
another
client
communication
–
this
happens
in
the
practice
of
law
every
day
even
without
the
use
of
AI.

Who
are
your
competitors?
None.
There
are
a
few
misconceptions
about
our
competitors:

• Note-Takers:
  There
  is
  a
  misconception
  that
  note-takers
  in
  virtual
  meetings
  are
  a
  competitor.
  However,
  these
  tools
  are
  distinguishable
  because
  the
  notetakers
  do
  NOT
  provide
  real-time
  prompts
  for
  legal
  issues,
  questions,
  and
  content.
  Additionally,
  notetakers
  create
  an
  audio
  file
  and
  transcription
  of
  the
  conversation
  that
  persists
  after
  the
  meeting,
  which
  is
  problematic
  from
  a
  litigation
  and
  discovery
  perspective.
  Querious
  never
  creates
  a
  full
  transcript
  and
  discards
  any
  segments
  of
  transcribed
  text
  at
  the
  conclusion
  of
  the
  meeting.
• Co-Pilots:
  There
  is
  a
  misconception
  that
  co-pilots
  are
  a
  competitor.
  As
  far
  as
  Querious
  is
  aware,
  these
  tools
  require
  attorneys
  to
  prompt
  the
  tool
  to
  produce
  certain
  output.
  Querious
  does
  not
  require
  attorneys
  to
  be
  prompt
  engineers
  and
  instead
  gathers
  context
  from
  the
  meeting
  and
  conversation
  to
  automatically
  produce
  output
  to
  the
  attorney.

Demo
Video. See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located? 
11/20/2023.
Distributed
remote
workforce
with
CEOs
in
North
Carolina
and
Ohio.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)?
The
target
customer
in
early
2025
is
a
mid-sized,
growth-minded
practice
that
handles
complex,
detail-intensive
matters.
It
likely
has
several
partners
and
associates
juggling
numerous
client
calls
each
day,
but
operates
without
a
large
support
team
to
handle
all
of
the
administrative
details.
The
firm
is
ready
to
embrace
a
low-friction
technology
tool
that
requires
minimal
IT
overhead,
and
sees
immediate
value
in
a
solution
that
not
only
improves
the
quality
and
consistency
of
their
legal
services,
but
also
optimizes
their
business
development
activities.

As
part
of
our
offering,
Querious
agrees
to
keep
the
name
of
customers
in
confidence.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
Two-week
free
trial.
$149.99
per
month,
per
user.
Two
months
free
with
purchase
of
an
annual
subscription.
No
implementation
fee.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
We’re
in
the
process
of
converting
three
law
firm
pilot
programs
to
future
commercial
contracts
in
2025.
The
existing
pilot
programs
are
with:
(a)
a
boutique
law
firm
with
10
attorneys;
(b)
a
full-service
law
firm
with
150-attorneys;
and
(c)
a
practice-area
specific
firm
with
600+
attorneys.
We
are
negotiating
a
fourth
pilot
program
with
a
litigation-specific
firm
with
250+
attorneys
for
January
2025.
We
have
a
2025
sales
pipeline
based
on
warm
leads
to
over
350+
law
firms
and
50+
in-house
legal
departments.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
Over
the
next
five
years,
our
legal
tech
company
will
drive
growth
by
scaling
Querious
across
small,
medium,
and
large
law
firms,
as
well
as
in-house
legal
teams.
We
will
earn
the
business
of
and
retain
attorney-users
by:
(a)
personalizing
Querious
output
according
to
each
user
based
on
their
practice
area,
years
of
experience,
and
usage
habits;
and
(b)
customizing
Querious
output
according
to
conversation
type
(e.g.,
client
counseling,
business
development,
or
internal/operational).
We
also
plan
to
foster
a
thriving
community
of
attorneys
using
Querious,
which
will
enable
networking,
collaboration,
and
cross-selling
opportunities
within
and
across
law
firms.
In
short,
we’re
laser-focused
on
attorney-centric
innovation,
so
that
Querious
grows
into
a
tool
that
makes
attorneys
wonder
how
on
earth
did
I
ever
live
without
this?

Have
you
received
outside
funding?
$1M
–
$5M
in
outside
funding.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
Querious
is
female-owned
and
led
by
Hilary
Bowman;
an
experienced
healthcare
attorney
and
graduate
of
Stanford
University.
There
are
three
female
attorneys
on
the
capital
table
of
the
company.
Querious
is
veteran-owned
and
led
by
Anthony
Dey;
an
experienced
corporate
lawyer
and
graduate
of
West
Point
Military
Academy.
Querious’s
engineering
team
includes
software
engineers,
who
grew
up
in
the
countries
of
South
Africa,
India,
and
Georgia.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
Querious
is
a
2025
sponsor
of
NAMWOLF
–
National
Association
of
Minority
and
Women-Owned
Law
Firms
and
will
be
supporting
the
member
attorneys
at
both
annual
events,
as
well
as
other
activities
throughout
the
year.

Querious
is
also
currently
in
discussions
with
a
law
professor
and
board
member
at
Legal
Aid
of
North
Carolina
to
do
a
research
study
of
how
Querious
improves
the
quality
of
legal
services
and
access
to
justice
in
the
pro
bono
space.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know? 

Thank
you
for
your
time
and
thoughtful
consideration
of
our
application.
We
would
be
thrilled
and
honored
to
participate
in
Startup
Alley
at
the
ABA
Tech
Show
in
April
2025!

---

Company.
Thurgood
Intake

Elevator
Pitch.
Thurgood
Intake
eliminates
95%
of
intake
calls.
Tailored
to
discrimination-related
cases
(employment,
housing,
education,
etc.),
Thurgood
ensures
that
every
potential
client
gets
an
immediate,
unbiased
evaluation
of
their
case
—
while
allowing
law
firms
and
legal
aid
orgs
to
eliminate
hundreds
of
non-billable
hours
lost
to
intake
calls,
annually.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative?
While
other
online
intake
products
offer
generalized
solutions,
Thurgood
Intake
offers
unique,
differentiated
experiences
purpose-built
for
the
specific
legal
areas
that
we
support.
Because
of
this,
we’re
able
to
collect
more
data
points
and
do
a
deeper
analysis
of
each
claim
—
with
over
90%
of
Thurgood-approved
prospects
being
qualified
by
an
attorney
for
legal
representation.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve?
Time.
Whether
intake
calls
are
handled
by
attorneys
or
staff,
either
way,
plaintiff-side
law
firms
and
legal
aid
orgs
often
spend
20-25%
of
their
available
hours
on
intake
alone.
With
Thurgood,
they
get
to
put
that
time
back
into
the
productivity
column.

Who
are
your
competitors? Clio,
Filevine,
and
other
legal
tech
companies
who
offer
a
more
generalized
intake
product.

Demo
Video. See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located?
10/24/2023.
New
York.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)?
Our
initial
targets
are
law
firms
and
legal
aid
orgs
in
the
employment
law
space.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service?
$259/month
for
law
firms,
free
for
legal
aid
orgs.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction.
We
launched
April
2024
in
partnership
with
The
Prinz
Law
Firm
(Chicago,
IL)
and
have
served
over
1,000
potential
clients
since.
Along
the
way,
we’ve
perfected
the
algorithm
and
launched
self-help
services
—
to
provide
access
to
justice
to
the
95%
of
users
who
are
not
approved
for
attorney
representation
— and
are
now
poised
to
roll
out
our
offering
to
more
firms
and
legal
aid
orgs.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years.
While
law
firms
pay
for
Thurgood
Intake,
the
majority
of
revenue
comes
from
the
sale
of
self-help
services.
While
only
5%
of
users
are
approved
for
attorney
representation,
another
30%
have
a
valid
legal
claim
—
it
just
happens
to
be
the
type
of
claims
attorneys
don’t
like
to
take
on.
For
example,
if
an
employee
has
a
valid
harassment
claim
but
hasn’t
been
terminated,
there
likely
aren’t
any
damages
or
opportunity
for
an
attorney
to
recoup
fees.
Thurgood’s
mission
and
business
model
are
tied
to
helping
the
millions
of
victims
of
discrimination-related
claims,
whether
their
case
is
attorney
quality
or
not.

Have
you
received
outside
funding? Less
than
$1M
in
outside
funding.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse.
CEO
Brandon
Burns
is
both
black
and
LGBT,
and
committed
to
building
a
company
—
and
fostering
a
society
—
that
celebrates
diversity.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community?
We’ve
built
a
product
to
help
victims
and
attorneys
fight
discrimination
claims!

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know?
Thurgood
was
the

grand
prize
winner
at
UC
Law’s
Justice
Tech
Demo
Day. And
when
Robert
Ambrogi

posted
about
Startup
Alley
on
LinkedIn,
several
of
his
connections
tagged
me
to
apply!

---

Company.
TimeSentry.ai.

Elevator
Pitch.
TimeSentry.ai
is
an
AI-driven
platform
transforming
time
tracking,
billing,
and
productivity
management
for
professional
service
firms.
Automating
the
tracking
and
billing
cycle
eliminates
administrative
burdens
and
improves
cash
flow,
allowing
firms
to
focus
on
high-value
work.

What
makes
your
company
unique
or
innovative? TimeSentry.ai
is
a
fully
integrated
work
management
solution
that
enhances
both
time
tracking
and
productivity
through
automation.
By
combining
AI-powered
timekeeping
with
matters
management,
it
stands
out
from
traditional
time-tracking
platforms
by
providing
a
seamless
operational
experience
for
firms
managing
complex
workflows.

TimeSentry.ai
is
built
specifically
for
lawyers
yet
remains
agnostic
to
practice
management
systems,
allowing
it
to
integrate
across
different
platforms.
Our
AI
agents
create
customized
workflows
that
map
to
any
practice
management
software,
enabling
a
flexible
solution
for
diverse
legal
environments.
For
example,
an
AI
agent
can
join
a
call
to
track
its
duration,
map
the
time
entry
to
the
appropriate
matter,
generate
a
list
of
follow-up
items,
and
update
attorneys’
calendars
with
action
items
and
due
dates.
By
offering
a
comprehensive,
agent-based
workflow
approach,
TimeSentry.ai
not
only
updates
the
time
entry
portion
of
practice
management
but
also
optimizes
the
entire
workflow,
setting
it
apart
as
a
truly
versatile
and
innovative
solution
for
legal
professionals.

What
problem
does
your
product
solve? Professionals
lose
up
to
$50,000
annually
due
to
unbilled
time—a
result
of
the
cognitive
burden
and
difficulty
of
manual
time
tracking
in
a
dynamic,
on-the-go
workplace.
TimeSentry.ai
solves
this
by
substantially
reducing
unbilled
time
through
real-time
revenue
enhancement.
Our
platform
suggests
time
entries
based
on
data
from
various
sources,
improving
the
quality
of
entries
and
helping
firms
realize
value
from
clients.
By
ensuring
entries
align
with
client
guidelines,
TimeSentry.ai
communicates
the
true
value
of
the
work
performed,
maximizing
revenue
potential
and
reducing
administrative
burdens.

Who
are
your
competitors? Our
competitors
include
Laurel
AI,
Billables
AI,.
One
AI,
Ajax,
Aderant,
and
Intapp.
These
companies
operate
in
the
automated
time-tracking
and
work
management
space,
providing
solutions
that
partially
overlap
with
TimeSentry.ai’s
offerings.

Demo
Video. See
video
here.

When
was
the
company
founded
and
where
is
it
located? 9/18/2023.
Brooklyn,
New
York.

Who
is
your
target
customer
(small
firm,
large
firm,
law
department,
etc.)? Our
target
customers
are
law
firms,
primarily
small
firms
that
bill
and
track
time
hourly.
These
firms
benefit
significantly
from
automated
time
tracking,
which
reduces
administrative
friction
and
enhances
productivity
by
streamlining
their
billing
and
time
management
processes.

What
is
the
price
of
your
product
or
service? $300/year
per
user.

Tell
us
more
about
your
traction. TimeSentry.ai
has
rapidly
gained
traction
since
its
launch
in
2023,
with
20+
Design
Partner
Agreements
with
companies
across
consulting,
legal,
and
digital
agency
sectors.
Currently,
our
pipeline
has
over
$6K
in
Monthly
Recurring
Revenue,
and
TimeSentry
has
successfully
reduced
time-tracking
burdens
and
improved
billing
efficiency
for
clients,
resulting
in
faster
cash
conversion
and
increased
user
productivity.

Describe
your
plan
for
growing
the
company
over
the
next
five
years. Over
the
next
five
years,
we
will
focus
on
three
key
areas—expanding
into
new
markets,
evolving
our
product,
and
building
stronger
partnerships—to
make
TimeSentry
the
top
choice
for
intelligent
time
tracking,
insightful
analytics,
and
smoother
cash
conversion.
By
using
advanced
technology
that
simplifies
every
step
of
the
billing
process,
we’ll
help
professional
service
firms
work
smarter,
faster,
and
more
profitably.
As
we
refine
our
platform,
link
it
to
the
tools
firms
already
rely
on,
and
extend
into
related
fields,
TimeSentry
will
provide
proactive
insights
that
improve
resource
planning,
speed
up
billing,
and
deliver
accurate
forecasts.
This
commitment
to
innovation
will
position
us
as
the
go-to
solution
for
transforming
how
businesses
manage
their
most
valuable
resource—time.

Have
you
received
outside
funding? Less
than
$1M
in
outside
funding.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company’s
leadership
and/or
workforce
are
diverse. TimeSentry.ai’s
leadership
is
notably
diverse,
with
one
of
our
co-founders
being
female,
representing
less
than
2%
of
venture
capital-backed
female
founders.
The
diversity
within
our
founding
team
drives
our
commitment
to
inclusivity,
as
we
actively
seek
to
expand
our
workforce
with
talent
from
varied
backgrounds
and
experiences
to
foster
innovation
and
enrich
our
solutions.

Describe
any
ways
in
which
your
company
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
inclusive
legal
tech
community? TimeSentry.ai
is
committed
to
fostering
inclusivity
in
the
legal
tech
community
by
addressing
disparities
that
impact
underrepresented
attorneys,
including
women,
attorneys
of
color,
and
those
from
diverse
cultural
backgrounds.
Research​
(Minority
Corporate
Counsel
Association,

Michigan
Journal
of
Law
Reform)
highlights
that
attorneys
from
these
groups
tend
to
underbill
relative
to
their
peers,
often
due
to
confidence
concerns
or
systemic
bias
within
the
legal
profession.
This
underbilling
limits
their
career
growth
and
compensation,
perpetuating
inequalities
across
the
industry.

Anything
else
you’d
like
us
to
know? TimeSentry.ai
aims
to
level
the
playing
field
by
equipping
these
attorneys
with
tools
to
confidently
and
accurately
bill
for
their
work.
Our
AI-driven
platform
suggests
time
entries
and
supports
adherence
to
client
guidelines,
helping
all
attorneys
—
especially
those
from
marginalized
backgrounds
—
maximize
their
billable
hours
and
realize
fair
compensation
for
their
contributions.
Additionally,
we
actively
partner
with
organizations
that
champion
diversity
in
tech
and
legal
sectors,
promoting
equitable
practices
that
support
career
advancement
for
attorneys
of
all
backgrounds.

By
addressing
these
disparities
and
supporting
inclusive
initiatives,
TimeSentry.ai
not
only
enhances
operational
efficiency
for
legal
firms
but
also
contributes
to
a
more
diverse
and
equitable
legal
industry,
empowering
attorneys
to
thrive
and
achieve
long-term
success.