2026
Legal Trends Report
Now in its tenth consecutive year, the OneAdvanced Trends Report continues to be a trusted benchmark for firms, offering clear, actionable insights into today’s fast shifting business and technology landscape.
The report empowers Legal professionals, providing a clear roadmap for technology adoption and strategic growth.
What's inside
- Insights into the biggest challenges facing the UK Legal sector, and how they’re shaping productivity.
- A clear look at the barriers holding Legal professionals back from hitting their goals.
- Practical strategies you can use to drive growth and unlock performance.
Why download this report?
This year’s report captures the experiences and perspectives of more than 4,500 senior decision makers from UK organisations with over 100 employees, spanning nine industry sectors. Drawing on a decade of data, it provides clear guidance to support future technology adoption, boost productivity, and drive strategic growth.
Key statistics
62%
face a platform integration crisis
1
AI adoption is the priority for 2026
67%
plan to invest more into Cybersecurity
Legal Trends Report 2026
AI at the core: Forces redefining the future
As we move into 2026, the legal sector is navigating a landscape where AI has become central to political, social, and economic systems. Global forces, ranging from geopolitical shifts and climate challenges to regulatory changes and evolving cultural dynamics, are redefining trust and driving rapid transformation. While AI fosters innovation and enhances legal processes, it also introduces new risks, requiring stronger accountability and ethical oversight. This report highlights the key macro forces that will influence decisions, challenges, and opportunities for legal professionals and technology buyers in the years ahead.
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