Legal Document Assembly Software for Lawyers

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Automating Document Assembly

What does it mean to automate document assembly?

Document assembly refers to the process of creating legal documents by piecing together clauses and paragraphs based on bespoke client and matter information. Hundreds of lawyers have automated this process by trusting Gavel as their legal document assembly software to quickly and efficiently create custom documents for their clients. You can use automation technology to:

• Collect, store and use large sets of client data in these documents
• Automatically draft language and insert or remove provisions based on predetermined logic
• Pipe information from other systems into an existing contract or document set by integrating with practice management systems like Clio (e.g., fields like client name, matter number, etc.)
• Generate custom documents with a click of a button, saving hours of time
• Draft documents 100% accurately every time
• Create questionnaires in a  client portal, which can be used by your clients or your internal team

Why should I automate document assembly with Gavel?

Easy to Use but Powerful

Gavel’s sophisticated document assembly software for law firms (from solo practitioners to large firms) can assist with everything from routine document assembly to complex output documents (e.g., M&A documents, complicated trust documents, court forms).

Web-Based and Stellar User Experience

Gavel’s web-based document assembly capabilities mean you can assemble your documents on any device with an internet connection. It doesn’t matter if you have a Mac, Windows, or even a mobile device.

Multiple Output Formats

With a click of a button, you can automate both your Microsoft Word (or .docx) documents or PDF forms like court forms or government forms, streamlining the process from drafting to final product.

Client-Facing Functionality

Have your clients log in, answer intake questionnaires, and load files directly from the Gavel client portal.

Document Assembly: With vs. Without Gavel

Without Gavel

• Attorney pulls a template or prior like-example from firm database
• Attorney reviews template, modifies it, and replaces with relevant terms and clauses for the matter at hand
• Attorney duplicates research and effort if they cannot remember which clauses are up-to-date
• Must be completed one document at a time
• May result in errors given that there are no built-in safeguards like character limitations and automated formatting rules

With Gavel

Attorney sets up the workflow once upfront:

• Creates a questionnaire to capture the information necessary for the contract
• Uses information bubbles to help attorneys remember special scenarios, tradeoffs in drafting, and status of the law (like an automated checklist)
• Creates various reusable provision choices depending on the type of contract (i.e. entity signatory v. individual signatory)

Thereafter, documents are assembled in seconds after attorney, paralegal or client (via intake) completes workflow:

• Data entry is easy because workflow logic ensures that only the relevant questions are shown to the user

• The document set is automatically populated with the accurate provisions in one click

• Reduced document review time, because:

• Gavel reduces input error by limiting the type of response accepted and ensuring perfect formatting

  • Logic and calculations allow special language to be generated in the document based on attorney-created rules
  • Multiple documents can be assembled at once

Why Gavel?

#1 most powerful document automation software

• Drag and drop user interface makes it easy for anyone to set up
• Client-facing features, so your clients can answer and complete client intake questionnaires
• Free training and customer support via phone, live screenshare, or email
• Many integrations, including Clio, Zapier, Microsoft Word, and a public API
• Access to template-building automators (“Gavel Experts”) who can create your workflows
• Highest level of data security and compliance
• Embed videos and images into your workflows to educate your clients

How Do I Get Started?

1. Start your free trial
2. Create a new workflow
3. Build out your questions on your workflow
4. Customize using logic and setting up rules
5. Select and tag your output documents
6. Launch your workflows

Questions? Reach out to help@gavel.io, schedule a personalized demo, or watch “How To” videos on Youtube.

FAQs

I already use firm templates and paralegal assistance to assemble my documents. Why should I opt for a software to do this for me?

• Cut Document Drafting Time. Gavel customers report up to 20 hours of time saved in the first week of setting up documents. This can allow firms to spend time on more high-value work, take on more clients, and stay competitive and profitable.
• Reduction of Errors. A firm template expedites the document drafting process but it does not reduce errors effectively. Misspellings of client names, incorporation of irrelevant provisions and incorrect jurisdiction cannot be automatically changed prior to editing a template, like it can be using Gavel. Gavel allows you to enter data once and fill it into all of the locations in the template. It also respects complex logic rules for inserting/removing clauses and for formatting information like beneficiary names.
• No Repeat Data Entry. Gavel also integrates with your practice management system to allow attorneys to pull data directly from a master database into templates to further reduce errors (such as client name, client matter number, jurisdiction, etc.).
• Training and Development for Junior Associates. Junior associates can work with the dynamic workflows to understand how to tailor contract language for any given scenario.
• Minimal Review. Automating documents with Gavel reduces errors upfront by allowing attorneys to input relevant information once and then using the auto-populate functions.

I want to automate the document assembly process, but I don’t have time. Can I hire someone to build it for me?

Yes! You have access to Gavel workflow builders (“Gavel Experts”) who can help build your vision for you. Gavel Experts have been vetted for their expertise, critical thinking, quality and efficiency and start as low as $35/hour.

Does Gavel offer help throughout the building process?

Yes. Gavel’s award-winning customer team provides unlimited and speedy support. Contact Gavel via phone, live screenshare, or email at help@gavel.io or via the Slack community.

Do I need any technical background to build on Gavel?

Nope! Gavel is easy to use no matter how much technical knowledge you have.

How much does it cost?

Subscriptions start at $83/mo with a free trial. Reach out to us if you’re a non-profit - we have sliding scales to make sure everyone has access to the platform.

How secure is Gavel?

Security is our primary concern given that we serve primarily legal customers. All customers are set up on segregated encrypted databases. Gavel regularly undergoes third party security and penetration testing and is compliant with local privacy laws and regulations.

What Else Can I Automate?

General

• Engagement Letters
• Retainer agreements
• Judicial Council Forms

Corporate

• Share Purchase Agreements
• Operating Agreements
• Non-disclosure agreements

Real Estate

• Purchase Agreements
• Lease Agreements

Family Law

• Child Custody Agreements
• Prenuptial/postnuptial agreements

Immigration

• Visa Applications
• Citizenship Applications

Testimonials

• "Great tool to seriously speed up document assembly and form generation."
• "Before we started using Gavel, we were manually drafting documents with MS Word..."
• "Gavel is infinitely powerful, but also super easy to use/set up."