Amanda Roberts
Solo Practitioner • Employment Law"CoCounsel is like having a brilliant legal associate available 24/7. It's transformed how I approach legal research and document review. I can now take on more complex cases as a solo practitioner."
Casetext Review
Casetext is revolutionizing legal research with CoCounsel, the world's first AI legal assistant powered by GPT-4. It understands context, provides comprehensive answers, and dramatically reduces research time while improving accuracy.
Overview
Casetext has transformed from a innovative legal research platform into the industry leader in AI-powered legal technology. With the launch of CoCounsel, Casetext became the first company to successfully implement GPT-4 for legal work, creating an AI assistant that can perform substantive legal tasks with unprecedented accuracy and reliability.
Key Features
- CoCounsel AI Assistant: GPT-4 powered AI that understands legal queries in plain English
- Document Review: Rapidly identify key documents and extract critical information
- Legal Research Memo: Generate comprehensive research memos with citations
- Deposition Preparation: Create thorough deposition outlines and questions
- Contract Analysis: Review and analyze contracts for key provisions and risks
- CARA AI: Find relevant cases by uploading a brief or legal document
- Parallel Search: Search multiple jurisdictions simultaneously
- SmartCite: Instantly verify if cases are still good law
CoCounsel Capabilities
CoCounsel can perform a wide range of substantive legal tasks:
- Legal Research: Answer complex legal questions with supporting authorities
- Document Review: Analyze thousands of documents in minutes
- Contract Policy Compliance: Check contracts against your policies
- Timeline Creation: Build chronologies from case documents
- Critical Document Identification: Find the most important documents quickly
- Deposition Prep: Generate comprehensive deposition outlines
Pros
- Revolutionary AI capabilities with GPT-4
- Massive time savings (up to 90% on some tasks)
- Highly accurate and reliable results
- Comprehensive legal database coverage
- Intuitive natural language interface
- Continuous improvements and new features
Cons
- Higher price point than traditional research tools
- Requires internet connection
- Learning curve for AI prompt optimization
- Some lawyers hesitant to trust AI
Database Coverage
- Federal and state cases (all jurisdictions)
- Federal and state statutes
- Federal and state regulations
- Secondary sources and practice guides
- Briefs and motions database
- Federal dockets
Security & Ethics
Casetext maintains the highest standards for security and ethical AI use:
- SOC 2 Type II certified
- Bank-level encryption
- No training on customer data
- Transparent AI limitations
- Human-in-the-loop design
- Regular third-party audits
User Reviews
Robert Thompson
Senior Partner • Mid-size Firm"The ROI on Casetext is incredible. Our associates save hours on research, and the quality of work product has improved. CoCounsel catches issues and finds cases we might have missed."
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CoCounsel?
CoCounsel is Casetext's AI legal assistant powered by GPT-4. It can perform substantive legal tasks like research, document review, deposition preparation, and contract analysis with high accuracy.
How accurate is Casetext's AI?
Casetext's CoCounsel has been rigorously tested and consistently performs at the level of experienced attorneys. It provides citations for all claims and encourages users to verify important information.
Is Casetext suitable for solo practitioners?
Yes, Casetext is excellent for solo practitioners. It provides access to powerful AI tools that level the playing field with larger firms, all at an affordable price point starting at $150/month.
Can CoCounsel replace lawyers?
No, CoCounsel is designed to augment and assist lawyers, not replace them. It handles time-consuming tasks so lawyers can focus on strategy, client counseling, and other high-value work.