Legal
Beyond the billable hour: How AI is accelerating the shift to outcome-based pricing
Beyond the billable hour: How AI is accelerating the shift to outcome-based pricing In his book, Managing The Professional Service Firm , which was first published in 1993, David Maister suggests: “ Professional firms do not sell time (although they often bill that way). Rather, their stock-in-trade is skill .” For firms operating in the legal profession, a legal skillset is hired by clients to either: conclude...
New CSOS Practice Directive: What Community Schemes Need to Know
The Community Schemes Ombud Service (CSOS) has issued a new Practice Directive that directly affects the way bodies corporate and homeowners’ associations (HOAs) must operate. The directive introduces stricter compliance standards and clarifies the rights and obligations of stakeholders in community schemes across South Africa. Why This Matters Community schemes – from sectional title complexes to estates – manage...
Webinar: Tenant Data & POPIA: What Everyone Who Rents Property Needs to Know
youtu.be/BR0z_muGvZk Tenant Data & POPIA: What everyone who rents property needs to know now. The essential webinar for rental agents, landlords and property managers. When it comes to renting property in South Africa, significant risk lies in the details. Verifying credit and rental history, confirming employment status and protecting tenant data are no longer optional, they are essential. Watch our focused...
Webinar: From Compliance to Confidence: Updating your RMCP for 2025 and beyond
youtu.be/KXQmgjdsRtw From Compliance to Confidence: Updating your RMCP for 2025 and beyond. The essential webinar for compliance officers and risk managers. As the regulatory landscape continues to evolve, particularly under the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA), it is imperative for institutions to ensure that their Risk Management and Compliance Programme (RMCP) is not only compliant, but also resilient...
Webinar: Don’t Delay the Deed: Unpacking Section 42(1) and 42(2) Estates Transfers
youtu.be/Y3MxWUEypBw Don’t Delay the Deed: Unpacking Section 42(1) and 42(2) Estates Transfers. The essential webinar for anyone involved in estate administration or conveyancing. Transferring immovable property from a deceased estate can quickly become complex if you’re unsure of the correct legal route or required documentation. Our webinar will help you confidently navigate the key differences between Section...
Webinar: You've uploaded your RMCP – Now what?
youtu.be/XW-JKnECN2Y You’ve Uploaded Your RMCP – Now What? LexisNexis webinar on navigating the path to sustainable FIC Act compliance. In light of recent regulatory changes relating to the Financial Intelligence Centre's (FIC) mandate requiring accountable institutions to upload their Risk Management and Compliance Programmes (RMCPs), watch our webinar hosted on 15 May 2025 for an insightful and practical session...
Webinar: Is AI safe to use in good legal practice?
youtu.be/6Eory4AtINQ Is AI safe to use in good legal practice? Watch our free webinar exploring the safety of AI use in proper legal practice in South Africa The AI-era is here, and many South African lawyers are already using AI tools in their daily legal practice. What risks does the use of AI, in the practice of law, pose? What should you be aware of as you continue to explore the full capabilities of these...
Webinar: Will AI replace lawyers in the future?
youtu.be/qQixij9IyWc Will AI Replace Lawyers in the Future? Watch our free webinar exploring the future of legal practice in South Africa The era of AI is here, and it’s already rapidly transforming the South African legal profession. On 7th May 2025 LexisNexis hosted an insightful and practical webinar where we explored how technologies like ChatGPT, agentic AI, and legal automation tools are already reshaping...
A renewed approach to navigating foreign national identity verification challenges in South Africa
A renewed approach to navigating foreign national identity verification challenges in South Africa The phenomenon of identity fraud is surging across Africa. In a recent cyberthreat assessment report published by Interpol it was highlighted that online scams, ransomware, business email compromise (BEC) and digital sextortion are the most significant (and worrisome) cyberthreats that democracies on the continent now...
A Smarter Way to Move Property Forward?
In 2010, Silicon Valley-icon, Marc Andreessen, made a bold prediction: “Software will eat the world.” He wasn’t too wrong. Since this statement, software has certainly revolutionised nearly every industry, including law. Legal software has transformed the practice of law and conveyancing. It has brought efficiency and structure to the chaos of paper trails, helped manage complex matters and added welcome efficiency...
Can new technology improve case outcomes?
Legal practice that is premised on a deep and expansive knowledge of the law is the aspiration of most firms and practitioners. For an industry that is built on precedent and precision, it’s easy to assume that success is purely a function of legal nous, but in a dynamic and increasingly competitive legal landscape, top-performing firms and legal departments are embracing a more holistic approach to building a strong...
Discover LexisNexis in the Top 500
Discover LexisNexis in the Top 500 : A Vision for the Future with CEO Ian Andrews We're thrilled to announce that LexisNexis has been featured in the 14th edition of the Top 500 publication! As a global leader in legal, regulatory, and business information, our dedication to delivering innovative solutions and comprehensive data analytics continues to empower professionals across various industries to make informed...
LexisNexis South Africa Highlights Responsible AI Integration in Law
JOHANESBURG, January 16, 2025 - LexisNexis South Africa has noted growing concern over the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the legal profession, following a high-profile incident likely involving AI-generated citations that were later found to not exist. This case has reignited discussion on the critical need for accuracy, integrity, and responsible implementation of AI in legal research. The company is calling...
Outpacing Cyber Threats
Cyber security threats are on the rise, and organisations are on the back foot. This emerged at our latest LexisNexis webinar, which unpacked cyber security management strategies for more resilient organisations. Panellists, cyber security, Risk & GRC Consultant Taahir Haffejee and Bheki Gutshwa, President of the Institute of Risk Management South Africa, painted a worrying picture of our current cyber security landscape...
LexisNexis South Africa Celebrates a Year of Excellence in Innovation
In 2024, we witnessed the introduction of landmark legislation, the rapid evolution of regulatory and compliance frameworks, and groundbreaking thought leadership shaping responses to these transformative changes. A brief overview of our regulatory landscape saw continued efforts to South Africa’s addition to the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)’s grey list in 2023 spotlighting the role of legal and compliance professionals...
LexisNexis South Africa Shines at Oliver Top Empowerment Awards for Pioneering Digital Transformation
LexisNexis South Africa has been recognised at this year’s Oliver Top Empowerment Awards for its outstanding contributions to digital transformation. The leading legal tech organisation was honoured with the Top Empowered Company: Digital Transformation of the Year Award and achieved second place for the Top Empowered Company: Diversity and Inclusion Award at the event on 21 July 2024, highlighting its leadership in advancing...
Revolutionising Legal Practice: LexisNexis South Africa Leads the Way in Legal Technology
JOHANNESBURG, July 29th – As South Africa marks three decades of democracy and enters a period of post-election flux our legal landscape is expected to shift in response to the new political reality. The question in legal circles right now is how can practitioners ensure that they stay on top of these accelerating changes? In 2022, the global legal tech market was valued at 28 billion U.S. dollars and is expected...
Balancing AI and Human Judgment: Ethical Considerations in the Legal Profession
AI has made monumental leaps in the brief history of its existence, and it will only become increasingly more sophisticated and capable. In what researchers from Codex–The Stanford Centre for Legal Informatics called a watershed moment, GPT-4, passed the Uniform Bar Exam (UBE), exceeding all prior large language model scores and scoring in the 90th percentile. AI has also been used for tasks through specifically trained...
The Significance of GRC in Africa: Navigating the Digital Age
In a world rapidly transforming through technology, Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) have emerged as pivotal concepts in Africa's evolving business landscape. GRC refers to the framework organisations use to manage and govern their operations, address risks, and ensure compliance with regulations. Understanding the definition and importance of GRC in Africa, particularly in the context of technological advancements...
The Imperative of Minimum Wages and Community Service in South Africa's Legal Profession
South Africa's legal profession is at a new crossroads. The imminent amendments proposed by the Legal Practice Council are not just bureaucratic shifts but a call for a more egalitarian, just, and inclusive legal system. Central to this debate is the issue of a minimum wage for candidate legal practitioners. Brian Mhlongo, from the Legal Practice Council, underscores the urgency and necessity of this change. He was...
Legal Conveyancing in South Africa and the Pivotal Role of Technology
In the complex and changing South African legal landscape, the significance of conveyancing— the legal process involving the transfer of property ownership— cannot be overstated. This critical legal facet underpins the security and sanctity of home ownership, a cornerstone of economic stability for individuals and families alike. The issue was discussed at a recent LexisNexis webinar on the issue with Natalie McDonald...
LexisNexis South Africa Levels Up with Global Security Certification
LexisNexis SA, provider of legal and compliance technology in the country, has enhanced its offerings to align with global standards through the acquisition of an ISO 27001 certification. This internationally recognised standard outlines criteria for a quality management system and demonstrates a commitment to safety and compliance as well as signifying a new era of dedication to excellence in our offerings. We are...
Empowering the Next Generation of Legal Professionals
LexisNexis South Africa Awards Rule of Law Foundation Grant to SAC-IAWJ Mentorship Program We are excited to share with you a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to fostering talent within the legal community. We are delighted to announce that we have awarded a grant of $18,500 (approximately R340,000) to the SAC-IAWJ (South African Chapter of the International Association of Women Judges) Mentorship Program...
Justice Eduard Derek Wille on Diversity, Workload, and Technological Advancements in South Africa’s Judiciary
Justice Eduard Derek Wille on Diversity, Workload, and Technological Advancements in South Africa’s Judiciary The South African judiciary continues to deal with an onerous workload, and diversity, and transformation challenges against a backdrop of continuous evolution in legal practice. On a well-attended LexisNexis webinar, these issues were discussed at length with Justice Eduard Derek Wille, whose tenure as...
French legaltech startup Jarvis joins LexisNexis to advance law practice management
LexisNexis acquires French startup Jarvis . This strategic acquisition cements LexisNexis’ position as a key innovator serving legal professionals. Paris, January 8, 2024 - Jarvis has developed a collaborative SaaS platform that simplifies and automates cumbersome tasks for law firms. It includes matter management automated drafting of letters, court hearing tracking, deadline and client follow-up, and automated invoicing...