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Vienna, (28 May 2025) – The commercial law firm Binder Grösswang has reached another milestone in its digitalisation strategy with the company-wide introduction of the AI tool ‘James’.
It’s specific aims are to reduce the burden of routine tasks, make work processes more efficient and thus create space for what really matters: personal client service and professional advice at the highest level.
A generative AI-tool with the potential to grow
‘James’ is flexible, modular and develops according to the firm’s requirements. The tool thrives on input from all employees and is constantly evolving with the aim of making knowledge more accessible within the firm as well as strengthening collaboration across the teams.
It uses state-of-the-art AI models, including advanced reasoning models that, compared to conventional GPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) systems, are able to structure complex legal issues, classify relevant connections and efficiently prepare information. The system thus supports routine tasks and provides a high-quality basis for evaluation by legal experts.
In addition, the technology used enables the development of customised AI applications for specific use cases – a central component of consulting services that are precisely tailored to the needs of clients.
The driving force behind the introduction of ‘James’ is law firm partner Ivo Rungg, a proven specialist in legal tech, information technology and data protection. He has been in charge of implementing the AI platform and is driving the strategic integration of intelligent technologies into the firm’s workflows.
“By using sophisticated reasoning models, we are creating a digital way of working that specifically supports our legal expertise – while not replacing it. It helps us to structure information more quickly, analyse complex issues more efficiently and thus makes our advice even more informed and client-oriented. This frees up time, especially when it comes to recurring tasks, which we can then use to focus on strategic and content-related issues,’ says Ivo Rungg.
Innovation is firmly anchored in the firm’s DNA.
For Binder Grösswang, the responsible use of artificial intelligence is the next logical step in a long-standing innovation strategy. System security is a top priority: the model is provided and operated by the firm’s own IT department and remains in a secure environment.
‘With “James”, we are expanding our digital foundation in a targeted and future-oriented manner. Innovative technologies such as these are not a self-serving purpose – they strengthen our way of working where they create real added value. Our claim remains clear: personal, excellent legal advice – supported by cutting-edge technology,’ emphasises Managing Partner Stefan Tiefenthaler.
Artificial intelligence has long been more than just a buzzword for the future – it is becoming an integral part of legal practice, enabling us to work faster, more knowledgeably and with our clients’ needs in mind.
About Binder Grösswang
As one of the leading Austrian commercial law firms with a strong international focus, Binder Grösswang has been advising on all questions of commercial law for more than 60 years. Binder Grösswang employs more than 190 people in Vienna and Innsbruck. The law firm advises well-known national and international companies from all sectors.
International legal directories such as Juve, Chambers, The Legal500 and IFLR 1000 regularly award top ratings to Binder Grösswang in all practice areas. These honours include international prizes such as the The Lawyer Law Firm of the Year Austria Award, Chambers Europe Austrian Law Firm of the Year Award and the IFLR European Law Firm of the Year Award.