In this article, Donofrio, Mathai, and other experts outline the tech evolutions we saw in the legal sector in 2025, as well as their hypotheses on what’s to come next in 2026. They coverage a range of rapidly evolving and pertinent topics, such as the advancements of generative AI, deepfakes, ethical considerations and changing privacy regulations.

2025 was the year AI became fully embedded into nearly every system used in legal practice. With AI no longer an optional layer but a core feature of daily workflows, law firms began recognizing the need to impose order on an increasingly complex environment. — Tony Donofrio, CTO, Veritext Legal Solutions

“AI will replace tasks, not professionals,” says Jacob Mathai, Veritext’s CIO. “Legal teams will offload routine, time-consuming work to AI agents, allowing them to focus on strategy, judgment, and high-value client interactions. As with any evolving technology, those who are better equipped will have a leg up. Legal professionals should focus on familiarizing themselves with these tools and learning how to utilize them.”