Law Tech Lessons for Small and Growing Firms When people think of “Big Law,” they often imagine sprawling offices in the City, billable hours stacked like bricks, and armies of junior lawyers in tailored suits. For SMEs—especially those working with lean budgets and agile teams—it can feel like a world apart. But as someone who works closely with small businesses and keeps a sharp eye on how larger firms are using technology, I can tell you this: there’s a lot we can learn from big law firms—without copying their mistakes. This post kicks off my Law Tech series with one clear message: technology is a great leveller, and there’s never been a better time for SMEs to borrow smartly from the strategies of larger legal players. 1. Invest in Systems Early Big law firms invest heavily in infrastructure—practice management software, secure client portals, digital knowledge bases—and they do it because they understand the long-term value of operational efficiency. As an SME, you might not need