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Technology is transforming the legal industry, providing innovative tools that streamline processes, enhance client services, and reduce operational costs. For law firms, in-house legal teams, and freelance lawyers aiming to remain competitive in 2025, adopting the right legal tech is not just a choice—it’s a necessity. This guide to legal technology highlights the essential categories […]

The legal profession is no stranger to change, but one of the most exciting shifts in recent years has been the rise of freelance lawyers (sometimes called contract lawyers). In today’s gig economy, contract-based legal work is transforming how law firms, in-house legal teams, and legal professionals operate. As flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and specialized expertise become

Welcome to Flex Legal At Flex Legal, we provide on-demand access to top-tier freelance lawyers who help law firms and legal teams move faster, reduce costs, and scale firms or operations effectively. Whether you’re a lawyer facing an increasing caseload, managing a growing in-house legal department, or dealing with specialized legal needs, Flex Legal is

Starting this year,  all lawyers or paralegals in Ontario registering as a sole practitioner for the first time must complete the Foundations of Sole Practice course. The Law Society of Ontario designed the online program to address key areas that often lead to complaints or negligence claims.  KEY DETAILS 30-Hour Online Course: The LSO broke

Are you aware of the new Family Legal Services Provider  license for paralegals at the LSO?  Below we discuss the new FLSP program: Starting in 2025 paralegals, after completing a specialized program, may seek authorization from the Law Society of Ontario to become a  Family Legal Services Provider. Family Legal Services Providers will be able

Client contingency planning or mandatory succession planning is coming into effect for Ontario Lawyers on January 1, 2025. Are you prepared? This blog post tells you what you need to know!