Lexis Draft
Flags the risky clause before the client's lawyer does
What it is
About Lexis Draft
Lexis Draft (part of the Lexis+ suite) works inside Microsoft Word to check contracts and legal documents against clause libraries, flag risky or non-standard language and suggest improvements, aiming to speed up drafting and reduce review errors for busy lawyers. It sits within LexisNexis's broader ecosystem alongside Lexis+ research tools, competing with Practical Law's drafting resources and standalone AI contract-review tools. Adoption has grown as law firms look to cut junior associate time spent on first-pass contract review.
What you can do with it
Capabilities
Check contract drafts against clause libraries and firm playbooks
Flag risky, missing or non-standard contract language
Get AI-suggested clause alternatives whilst drafting in Word
Compare draft language against precedent documents
Speed up first-pass review of routine contracts
How to learn it
Learning Resources
Complete LexisNexis's own Lexis Draft training and onboarding materials for firm subscribers
Attend LexisNexis webinars and product demos
Participate in law firm internal training on the firm's specific clause playbooks within the tool
Review sample contracts provided in vendor training sessions
Pro Tip
Treat its flags as a first-pass filter, not a final answer — AI contract review tools are strong at catching missing boilerplate but still need a qualified lawyer's judgement on commercial risk.
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