Transforming Legal Services Through AI and Practice Innovation

Published Date : 6/11/2025 

Discover how Honigman leverages artificial intelligence and innovative legal technology to deliver efficient, high-quality legal services. From contract analysis to litigation risk identification, Honigman’s Practice Innovation team is at the forefront of legal tech advancements. 

At Honigman, we pride ourselves on keeping clients at the forefront of our legal service delivery. We embrace change and strive to think outside the box, always searching for the best solution, rather than relying on tradition or precedent. Every matter is an opportunity to innovate and maximize value.

With clients in mind, Honigman has created a team of industry-leading professionals dedicated to exploring innovative technology, including artificial intelligence, applying proven legal project management methodologies, tailoring creative pricing structures and alternative fee arrangements, and optimizing matter team staffing.

We collaborate closely with clients to understand their objectives and deliver successful outcomes while maximizing efficiency. The Practice Innovation team delivers bespoke legal solutions while maintaining the highest standards of client service.

Artificial Intelligence + Innovative Legal Technology

Our Practice Innovation team consistently invests in innovative legal technology tools designed to enhance all aspects of client service delivery. From advanced knowledge management systems to sophisticated artificial intelligence tools, these solutions are thoughtfully designed to boost productivity and streamline workflows.

However, we know that artificial intelligence is not a substitute for legal judgment. We utilize artificial intelligence as a strategic resource that enables attorneys to deliver sharper insights, faster results, and greater value. Honigman’s dedicated AI On Demand team is a cross-functional group designed to support the integration of artificial intelligence in client service delivery, ensuring enhanced efficiency without compromising professional or ethical standards. Our approach to AI includes not only utilizing the most cutting-edge AI products on the market but constantly evolving to create custom AI solutions tailored toward our clients’ needs.

Our team leverages AI to support a wide range of legal needs, including:

• Contract analysis and clause comparison

• Due diligence and document review

• Drafting assistance and summarization

• Litigation risk identification

• Legal research acceleration

• Patent prosecution and office action responses

• Deposition summarization

• Deal analytics and compliance support

Right-Sourced Staffing

Matter staffing is not a one-size-fits-all solution. At Honigman, we combine traditional partner-track staffing models with alternative approaches that maximize the strengths of every resource through optimized allocation.

The Legal Project Management team supports clients throughout the entire lifecycle of a matter: defining scope, developing estimates, creating staffing and matter plans, and monitoring matter performance.

The Research and Intelligence team serves as the central resource for legal information, providing targeted insights, current awareness of key developments, and competitive intelligence.

The Professional Attorney Department consists of an in-house team of career staff attorney roles and our industry-leading due diligence center, Honigman Review Solutions, delivering high-quality legal services across routine and specialized matters.

Matter Management

Guided by client input, our Legal Project Managers work collaboratively with Honigman attorneys to deliver client-centered service with a sense of security and confidence. With a Legal Project Manager, clients can expect standardized knowledge management processes and automated reporting for up-to-the-minute visibility on key metrics.

Tailored Pricing

Drawing on extensive experience with industry best practices, the Honigman Client Value Team works collaboratively with our clients to craft pricing solutions that best align with the requirements of specific matters. We offer alternative fee and value-based billing arrangements backed by lifecycle fee reporting to ensure transparency and predictability for clients.

Legal Operations Consulting

Our Legal Operations Consulting team partners with clients to improve how their legal departments operate and align with broader business goals. We help streamline workflows, support strategic planning, and guide AI and technology adoption. From navigating the legal tech landscape to connecting clients with trusted consultants and enhancing competitive intelligence capabilities, we deliver practical, tailored strategies that drive efficiency and impact. At every stage, we bring clarity, innovation, and practical insight to help clients work smarter.

AI Thought Leadership

Honigman is committed to staying at the forefront of AI and legal technology. We host the Honigman Innovation Symposium, focusing on AI, and have integrated the Harvey AI platform to advance our legal services. Our thought leadership is recognized in various publications and platforms, including Law.com, LegalEase Solutions, and the National Law Review.

Case Studies

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Awards

- Winner of the 2025 “Pioneering Use of AI award” by LegalOps.com’s Running Legal Like a Business

- Honored as “Law Firm of the Year” at the Changing Lawyer Awards 2021

- Finalist of The American Lawyer Industry Awards 2023

- Recognized by Financial Times with North America Innovative Lawyers Awards Report 2022

- Shortlisted for 2022 “Innovation in Client Delivery” by Financial Times Innovative Lawyers Awards North America

Contacts

- Esther Bowers

Chief Practice Innovation Officer

313.465.7010

ebowers@honigman.com

- Bill Josten

Director of Client Value and Commercial Strategy

312.429.6069

wjosten@honigman.com

- Sarah McCormick

Director of Legal Service Delivery

248.566.8376

smccormick@honigman.com

- Melanie Shield

Director of Client Solutions & Lead Client Intake Counsel

313.465.8159

mshield@honigman.com 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS): 

Q: What is the role of AI in Honigman's legal services?

A: AI at Honigman is used to enhance productivity and efficiency in various legal tasks, such as contract analysis, due diligence, legal research, and litigation risk identification. It complements the expertise of our attorneys to provide sharper insights and faster results.

Q: How does Honigman ensure the ethical use of AI in legal services?

A: Honigman’s dedicated AI On Demand team ensures that AI is used ethically and in compliance with professional and regulatory standards. We continuously monitor and evolve our AI practices to meet the highest ethical standards.

Q: What are the benefits of right-sourced staffing at Honigman?

A: Right-sourced staffing at Honigman optimizes the allocation of resources to maximize the strengths of each team member. This approach ensures that clients receive high-quality legal services tailored to their specific needs, leading to more efficient and effective outcomes.

Q: How does Honigman's Legal Project Management team support clients?

A: Honigman’s Legal Project Management team supports clients throughout the entire lifecycle of a matter, from defining scope and developing estimates to creating staffing plans and monitoring performance. They provide standardized knowledge management processes and automated reporting for real-time visibility.

Q: What types of alternative fee arrangements does Honigman offer?

A: Honigman offers a range of alternative fee and value-based billing arrangements, including fixed fees, capped fees, and success-based fees. These arrangements are designed to align with the specific requirements of each matter and ensure transparency and predictability for clients. 

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