Harvey, Microsoft, and the Next Phase of Legal Tech: Infrastructure Matters

Harvey — the AI startup reshaping how law firms and in-house teams work — just deepened its partnership with Microsoft, anchoring its platform on Azure. At first glance, it’s a cloud deal. But dig deeper, and it signals something bigger: legal AI is growing up.

The legal industry has long been cautious about adopting new tech, especially when sensitive data is involved. This move reflects a shift — not just toward generative AI, but toward enterprise-grade, privacy-conscious infrastructure. Clients don’t just want performance; they want security, control, and trust at scale.

For legal leaders, this is a cue: the next wave of legal tech won’t be about flashy demos. It’ll be about alignment — with existing IT ecosystems, with client confidentiality obligations, and with the real workflows of modern legal teams.

Harvey isn’t just betting on AI. It’s betting on infrastructure as a competitive advantage. And that’s a bet the whole industry should be watching.

Full article: https://www.businessinsider.com/legal-startup-harvey-grows-microsoft-azure-commitment-2025-5

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