Contract risk assessments have always been more art than science. Different departments see the same agreement and reach completely different conclusions about whether it’s acceptable, creating bottlenecks and disagreements that slow business decisions. Without consistent criteria, teams end up debating opinions instead of addressing actual exposure.

Most contract platforms offer basic risk flags or manual scoring systems, but they don’t solve the real problem: creating consistent risk measurement that everyone can understand and trust. Teams end up prioritizing whatever contract lands on their desk first instead of focusing on agreements that actually threaten the business.

IntelAgree’s new risk scoring module turns contract risk into measurable data by letting teams assign scores to specific attributes, weight them based on business priorities, and generate overall risk scores automatically. Whether you configure everything manually or let Saige Assist set it up with generative AI, the result is the same: objective risk data that eliminates arguments and speeds decisions.

Read the full press release for the entire story behind our new risk scoring module, or check out our blog to learn how to set it up.

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Earns Third Appearance in Five Years on the Prestigious Inc. 5000 List

[Dallas, TX– August 12, 2025] – Purpose Legal, a leading provider of digital forensics, eDiscovery, document review, and complex legal support services, is proud to announce that it has once again been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America on the prestigious Inc. 5000 list. The company’s third appearance on the list, following previous honors in 2020 and 2022, is a testament to its sustained growth, resilience, and dedication to excellence in the legal tech industry.

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TAMPA, Fla. — Sept. 2, 2025 — IntelAgree today announced the launch of Saige Assist: Contract Advice from Search Results, giving users a faster way to surface meaningful contract insights directly from their search results.

Key features:

  • Select up to 20 contracts from any search for simultaneous analysis
  • AI-generated advice based on the most recent version of each document
  • Analysis of full contract text, key data points, parties and follow-up tasks
  • Available to all customers with Saige Assist: Chat enabled

The enhancement enables teams to simultaneously review multiple contracts in seconds, quickly surface insights tied to critical terms or obligations, spot inconsistencies across documents, and make faster, more informed decisions. Whether reviewing vendor agreements, NDAs or other contract types, Saige Assist delivers clear, contextual feedback designed to accelerate decision-making.

“When users search their contract portfolio, they’re usually trying to answer a specific business question quickly,” said Michael Schacter, Director of Product Management at IntelAgree. “With this enhancement, Saige Assist further establishes itself as a trusted assistant that connects the dots across contracts, providing instant clarity in moments that count.”

IntelAgree will showcase this functionality at Running Legal Like a Business September 2-5, 2025, with demo times scheduled for:

Tuesday, September 2:

  • 3 p.m., 4 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Wednesday, September 3: 

  • 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 2 p.m.

Thursday, September 4: 

  • 10 a.m., 12 p.m. and 2 p.m.

Friday, September 5: 

  • 9 a.m. and 10 a.m.

Those interested can also test it free at app.saigeassist.com. For more details, read the full press release.

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The LegalSifter family is growing. Contract Logix, a US-based provider of data-driven contract management solutions, is now part of LegalSifter. The combined company will deliver expanded AI-powered contract operations.

Welcome to the team! https://hubs.la/Q02VhbK10

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Big News in Legal Operations!

We’re thrilled to announce a strategic partnership between LegalOps.com and HIKE2—two organizations at the forefront of transforming how corporate legal departments and General Counsel teams operate.

Together, we’re combining LegalOps.com’s unmatched community, resources, and benchmarking insights with HIKE2’s expertise in modern service delivery, analytics, and emerging technologies. This collaboration is designed to help legal leaders:

  • Make smarter, data-driven decisions
  • Accelerate meaningful change across their organizations
  • Create a lasting competitive advantage for the business

“Legal operations sits at the crossroads of risk, regulation, cost, and technology. To lead effectively, teams need a clear view of the impact of their past and future decisions. The ability to assess, analyze, and act thoughtfully has never been more important.”
— Connie Brenton, Co-Founder & CEO, LegalOps.com

This partnership comes at a critical time when legal teams are under pressure to:

  • Operate more efficiently
  • Manage costs and choose the right providers
  • Govern effectively in an evolving digital and regulatory environment
  • Build forward-looking operating models that balance innovation, investment, and enterprise goals

“Together with HIKE2, we will deliver the analytics and insights needed to empower smarter, more strategic decisions.”
— Jeffrey Franke, Co-Founder & CEO, LegalOps.com

“As digital and traditional workforces integrate and legal service models evolve, this partnership will help legal leaders design and govern for the future.”
— Michael Crawford, Managing Principal, HIKE2

Why this matters:

Legal operations has become the backbone of modern corporate legal departments, and the ability to leverage analytics, insights, and innovative technologies is what separates reactive organizations from those truly leading the way.

This collaboration means legal leaders can move confidently from “what’s working?” and “what’s not?” to actionable strategies that drive measurable business value.

Learn more about our organizations and how we’re shaping the future of legal ops:

  • LegalOps.com – the premier community and resource hub for legal operations professionals.
  • HIKE2 – a trusted technology and business advisory helping clients overcome barriers to innovation.
  • Running Legal Like a Business 2025 – LegalOps.com’s premier conference bringing together 800+ leaders in strategy, operations, leadership, and innovation.
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LegalSifter has partnered with healthcare law experts HortySpringer to launch a Healthcare Package! This curated content package includes contract templates and playbooks to help hospitals and health systems streamline contract processes, manage risks, and navigate each stage of the contract lifecycle with confidence.

Learn more https://hubs.ly/Q02XT-Rt0.

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LegalSifter has partnered with healthcare law experts HortySpringer to launch a Healthcare Package! This curated content package includes contract templates and playbooks to help hospitals and health systems streamline contract processes, manage risks, and navigate each stage of the contract lifecycle with confidence.

Learn more https://hubs.ly/Q02XT-Rt0.

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LegalSifter is thrilled to announce their partnership with AXA Digital Commercial Platform to revolutionize contract reviews for design professionals.

Now, AXA XL Design Professional insureds can use LegalSifter Review, an AI-powered contract review tool, to analyze their contracts with guidance from the AXA XL Contract Guide. This solution helps insureds speed up contract review time, identify key insurability issues, and mitigate risk.

Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ebTJAv7V

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Report recognizes strengths of Sirion including “risk management, AI-powered performance and obligation management, and client success”

LEHI, Utah — July 24, 2025 – Sirion, the leading AI-native contract lifecycle management (CLM) company, today announced it has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide AI-Enabled Buy-Side Contract Life-Cycle Management Applications 2025 Vendor Assessment (doc #US53575125, June 2025). This marks the second consecutive time Sirion has received this recognition. An excerpt of the report can be downloaded here.

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New York, September 2, 2025

The EXJ Community: A new peer-to-peer network for Non-Practicing Lawyers

The founders of Ex Judicata, the first website for lawyers moving to nonlegal careers, are back with a new first-ever web platform that promises to be even more impactful for JDs across the US, the EXJ Community.

The EXJ Community, is specifically designed for the substantial U.S. population of non-practicing lawyers (NPLs).  A place where lawyers working in nonlegal careers across multiple industries can come together to network, build relationships, offer support and guidance to one another and trade best practices for business development.

Neil Handwerker, CEO and Co-Founder had this to say: “As a non-practicing lawyer I was forever trying to connect with others on the same career journey who use their JD skill set every day as the foundation for advancement in their chosen nonlegal careers.  I can now as a member of The EXJ Community“.

Key Features of the EXJ Community

• Career development platform for Non-Practicing Lawyers: Tailored for the several hundred thousand NPLs in the US, allowing members to connect by career type, by industry, company, years since leaving law and many other variables.
• Networking & Mentorship: Members can network with peers, seek or provide mentorship, and build relationships with others who understand the unique challenges and advantages JDs have when working in nonlegal careers.  And strategies for advancement
• There is no cost to join.  No obligation.  No credit card is required.
• Exclusive Content: Access to articles, interviews, live and on-demand webinars, and courses created specifically for the EXJ Community.
• Includes two on-demand courses: “Financial Fluency for Lawyers” and “A Primer on Data Analytics”.
• Unique Job Board: The only job board dedicated entirely to nonlegal positions for lawyers.
• EXJ Career Diagnostic Test: A proprietary tool to help members focus on those nonlegal career opportunities closest to their individual personality and work history.
• Member Directory: Inclusion in the first-ever directory of NPLs, facilitating connections and opportunities.
• Marketplace Perks: Discounts on products and services, as well as member-only investment opportunities in legal marketplaces.

For Further Information:

Interested individuals can contact the EXJ Community at mediarelations@exjudicata.com regarding membership or media inquiries.

EXJ Community stands out as a pioneering effort to unify and support NPLs across various industries, providing targeted resources and a sense of belonging for lawyers who have chosen to harness their legal training in nonlegal careers.

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