# Legal document AI for faster, smarter review Spend less time reading and more time reasoning. [8am™ IQ for MyCase](https://www.8am.com/ai/) turns complex case files, scanned PDFs, and image-based documents into clear summaries and searchable insights, all within your workspace. ### Reflect your expertise in every document Every filing, motion, and exhibit tells your firm’s story. AI-powered tools help you refine, organize, and version documents with precision, ensuring every file reflects your professionalism and attention to detail. ### Get time back with smarter document workflows Let AI handle the reading, sorting, and tagging while you focus on the real work. Automated summaries and search make it easier to find what you need, when you need it—no late nights spent digging through files. ### Build stronger client connections Deliver organized, accessible documents that clients can trust. AI translation and formatting tools ensure every version you share—no matter how complex—is clear, accurate, and easy to understand. When you're a busy firm, you don't have time to learn a complicated system. I love that MyCase is intuitive to use and easy to teach to new team members. Kim Leval / Business Manager, Sorenson Law Office I can say broadly that it’s been an enormous financial benefit and that the benefits outweigh the costs. Molly Bagshaw / Associate Attorney, Hochglaube & DeBorde It’s clear that MyCase’s goal is to make MyCase as user-friendly as possible and make our lives as attorneys easier. Joy Davis / Managing Partner, White Davis & White ## Purpose-built AI for the way legal teams work Built for law firms, 8am IQ delivers secure, trustworthy document summaries, language translations, and writing assistance directly inside MyCase. Embedded OCR converts scanned files and image-based PDFs into searchable text, so documents in any format are easier to find, read, and use across the matter. ## Quickly scan and summarize legal documents Cut hours of reading into seconds. AI summarization turns pleadings, discovery, and client documents into concise overviews so you can understand every case faster. - Generate fast, accurate summaries for case files and scanned documents - Spot clauses, names, and dates instantly - Share summaries across your team in MyCase - Save time without sacrificing context or accuracy ## Preview legal document summaries Know what’s inside without having to open it. AI-generated document previews deliver easy-to-read, reliable document summaries. - Skim AI summaries next to document list - Prioritize review work instantly - Get previews tuned for legal accuracy ## Highlight key points of your client’s case See the story behind every file. AI legal document analysis surfaces entities, deadlines, obligations, and key case details so you can act quickly and confidently, even across scanned and image-based documents. - Extract facts, entities, and next steps automatically - Turn long filings into quick action lists or timelines - Strengthen strategy with structured insights ## AI assistants that accelerate your work Each 8am IQ assistant is grounded in your firm’s data, not the open web, so every result is relevant, traceable, and private. Together, they expand your team’s capacity without adding headcount or disconnected tools. - Document Assistant - Case Assistant - Writing Assistant ### Turn long documents into instant insight No more endless scrolling. The **Document Assistant** reads, summarizes, and organizes your files, including contracts, pleadings, scanned PDFs, and image-based documents, so you get clarity in moments, not hours. - Instantly generate AI summaries tailored for legal professionals - Highlight key clauses, parties, and deadlines automatically - Save and share summaries inside your case workspace - Turn complex documents into structured, searchable takeaways ### Keep your case details organized and always within reach **Case Assistant** transforms piles of case data into instant understanding. It surfaces facts, context, and key details from across your files and matters, helping you find what you need, connect the dots, and prepare with confidence. - Search across notes, filings, messages, and scanned documents to find answers fast - See timelines and summaries built from real case data - Verify every AI insight with transparent citations to your data - Reduce non-billable admin and focus on client strategy - Scale your firm’s knowledge and capacity with automation ### Write with clarity, speed, and purpose **Writing Assistant** helps refine notes. messages, and client updates, keeping your firm’s communication sharp, professional, and consistent from first note to final filing. - Polish tone and grammar in emails, notes, and case summaries - Translate contracts, filings, and correspondence instantly - Rephrase dense language into concise, client-ready copy - Maintain a consistent voice across your team’s communications ## 5 AI-Powered Hacks to Maximize Law Firm Productivity Not all AI tools are created equal. See how leading firms are using automation to reclaim time, cut busywork, and focus on client strategy. ## Legal document AI FAQs #### What is legal document AI? Legal Document AI is a built-in feature that helps attorneys read, analyze, and act on legal materials faster. It uses secure, purpose-built AI to summarize, translate, and extract key insights from case files—directly inside MyCase—so you can focus on client strategy, not document review. #### How does 8am IQ AI summarize a legal document? [8am IQ for MyCase](https://www.mycase.com/products/legal-ai-software/) uses advanced natural language processing to identify key points and generate concise summaries that capture the essence of your documents, saving you time and effort. #### What are the benefits of AI for legal documents? AI for legal documents saves time, reduces manual review, and gives you faster access to important information, helping you work smarter, not harder. #### Can 8am IQ analyze scanned PDFs and image-based documents? Yes. Embedded OCR allows 8am IQ to process scanned PDFs and supported image files, so your firm can search, summarize, and analyze more case documents directly inside MyCase. #### What types of insights can AI extract from legal documents? 8am IQ can perform AI legal document analysis to identify the people, organizations, and obligations mentioned in your documents; pinpoint important dates and deadlines; and surface recurring themes or issues. These insights help your firm see the full picture of a case and prepare for meetings. #### How does 8am IQ for MyCase legal document AI tool differ from ChatGPT? Unlike general-purpose AI models such as [ChatGPT](https://www.mycase.com/blog/ai/chatgpt-for-lawyers/), 8am IQ is designed specifically for legal work and operates within the secure MyCase environment. It performs AI legal document analysis grounded in your firm’s actual case data—not the open web—ensuring accuracy, traceability, and data privacy. #### Are my firm’s and my clients’ data protected in 8am IQ? 8am is built to securely and responsibly handle sensitive legal and financial data. We maintain strict safeguards to protect confidential client and case information, including permission controls that ensure 8am IQ can only access data users already have rights to view. #### How will my data be used? Your data is used solely to enhance our services, ensuring you receive the most accurate and efficient document summaries possible while keeping your information safe and secure. #### What types of documents can 8am legal document AI analyze? Legal document AI can analyze a wide range of legal materials, including pleadings, contracts, discovery documents, scanned PDFs, and supported image-based files uploaded to MyCase. 31% of attorneys are already using AI to streamline work-related tasks 82% of professionals say AI has improved efficiency across their workflows 10+ hours saved each week—that’s the time AI tools are giving back to professionals every day ## Let's revolutionize the way you work Join lawyers from over 18,000+ firms who trust MyCase to grow their firm while managing their caseload.