22 organisations set the standard for supporting the legal profession
Australasian Lawyer and NZ Lawyer have released their Service Provider Awards 2025 report, spotlighting the best firms operating in this space, offering the most effective and transformative legal solutions.
The winners have been recognised for being trusted partners to legal professionals and differentiating themselves from competitors due to:
Australasian Legal Technology Alliance president, Andrew McDuff says, “In short, service providers are no longer on the periphery; they’re at the centre of how modern law firms compete and grow.”
Whether it’s automating templates, launching creative advertising campaigns, solving recruitment issues or offering smart advice on scaling up operations, this year’s honoured Service Providers give lawyers back what matters most: time and focus.
Australasian Lawyer and NZ Lawyer’s research teams:
prepared a confidential online ballot, inviting service providers across Australia and New Zealand to put forward their companies for consideration, including client testimonials.
The prestigious winners list includes Insource, who feel traditional recruitment methods are not the most effective way forward. As a result, they help law firms’ HR teams beat the market and secure the leading legal talent through an efficient and cost-effective AI-supported legal recruitment technology solution.
Founded by former leading legal search recruiter Jenn Little, who saw firsthand how reliant firms were on recruiters because they lacked visibility and tools to source talent directly.
Little says, “My vision was to empower law firms with the fastest way to find and hire the right talent for their needs.”
More than 90 leading Australian and New Zealand firms have subscribed to Insource. In the past 12 months, these firms have saved over $2 million in recruitment costs. One firm reported saving $25,000 per lawyer hired using Insource.
“We regularly seek feedback and develop and refine the technology to align with our customers’ needs,” adds Little.
Boutique firm Altitude Recruiment pairs in-depth industry knowledge with distinctive customer care.
“I’m small by design, so each law firm and ambitious lawyer gets my full attention,” explains managing director Louise Hall-Strutt. “I believe in quality over volume, in long-term fit over short-term fill, and in making connections that last across careers.”
What sets Hall-Strutt apart is her expertise in the legal industry. She understands the complex needs of both clients and candidates, then uses her deep knowledge of the industry to find the right solution for all parties.
Law In Order tackles legal teams’ most pressing challenges such as large volumes of documents, meeting tight deadlines and adhering to stringent compliance requirements.
“We view innovation as an ongoing journey rather than a one-off event, shaped by a mindset that values curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to challenge the status quo,” says CEO Julian McGrath.
The firm is constantly integrating new AI technologies to streamline processes such as document review, evidence analysis and case management, whilst maintaining a keen focus on data security and privacy to protect clients’ best interests.
Connect the Dots NZ helps law firm leaders master the business of law. They bring clarity to the chaos by building systems, structures and strategies that unlock growth while protecting culture and profitability.
“There is a fundamental difference between being a great lawyer and running a great law firm,” comments managing director Glenn Marvin.
Independent consulting and advisory firm Harriss Wagner stand out for its effective change-management approach to transforming business processes, integrating business systems and improving data integrity.
Amanda Harriss, client services partner, adds, “We invest deeply in understanding what lies ahead.”
Australasian Lawyer and NZ Lawyer congratulates all of this year’s winners.
To read the full Service Providers 2025 report, click here.
