Vizlegal

Vizlegal is a legal information platform provided by the vendor, offering tools for legal professionals to search, track, save, and analyze cases, judgments, filings, and other legal data. The platform aims to enhance efficiency and accessibility in daily legal tasks and caters to businesses of various sizes, including sole practitioners, large law firms, and enterprises. It is utilized by a range of professions and industries, such as litigation practitioners, employment practitioners, planning consultants and solicitors, barristers, and librarians.

Key Features

Automated Calendars: According to the vendor, Vizlegal provides automated High Court and Circuit Court calendars for law firms in Ireland. This feature helps practitioners stay organized by tracking court dates and sending daily reminders summarizing current and upcoming court dates.

Case Tracking: Vizlegal enables users to search and track cases in the Irish High Court Record system and the England & Wales High Court Record system. Users can search by plaintiff, defendant, law firm, or proceeding type, and receive early notice of case activity, such as new filings, listings, or orders.

Consolidated Rules and Practice Directions: Vizlegal offers a consolidated and user-friendly list of all Irish Court Rules and Practice Directions. Users are notified of any changes in advance or on the day of the change coming into operation, ensuring they are always up-to-date.

Keyword Alerts: Users can create alerts for specific words or phrases to be notified when they are mentioned in Irish court judgments, Workplace Relations Commission decisions, or An Bord Pleanála cases. This feature helps practitioners stay informed about relevant developments.

Search and Filtering: Vizlegal provides a fast and accurate search system that allows users to quickly find legal information. Users can search by citation, title, case ID, or keywords. The platform also offers advanced filtering options, including filters by judge, adjudicator, or tribunal member.

Expanded Data Coverage: According to the vendor, Vizlegal continuously expands its coverage of legal information, including court judgments, dockets, decisions, and other legal data. The platform retrieves data from multiple official sources in various jurisdictions and presents it in a structured format.

Mobile-Friendly Interface: Vizlegal's interface is designed to be clean, simple, and intuitive. The platform uses advanced Progressive Web App (PWA) technology, making it accessible on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices. Users can access a vast collection of judgments and legal documents on the go.

Alerts and Daily Summaries: Vizlegal provides daily summary emails to keep users updated on new judgments, decisions, or changes in the legal landscape. Users can customize their alerts and receive notifications based on their specific interests and preferences.

Integrated Analytics: Vizlegal offers analytics features that provide insights into Irish law firms and judges. Users can access analytics on law firms and judges, enabling them to make informed decisions and gain a better understanding of the legal landscape.

Integrated Slack/Teams and Chat Support: Vizlegal integrates with communication platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams, allowing users to receive notifications and updates directly in their preferred communication channels. The platform also provides chat support for quick assistance and troubleshooting.