Casetext

WHAT IS CASETEXT? Casetext is an AI-powered legal research platform that provides access to comprehensive case law, statutes, and regulations. It combines traditional legal databases with CoCounsel, an AI assistant designed to help lawyers conduct research, draft documents, and analyze legal issues more efficiently. WHO IS IT FOR? • Solo practitioners and small law firms • Law students and legal professionals • In-house counsel seeking cost-effective research tools • Any lawyer looking for faster legal research without high subscription costs KEY FEATURES • Free case law access — Browse and search millions of court decisions at no cost • CoCounsel AI — AI assistant for legal research, contract analysis, and document drafting • Full-text search — Advanced search across cases, statutes, and regulations • Citation tracking — Monitor how cases are cited and their precedential value • Document automation — Generate legal documents with AI assistance • Freemium model — Core research tools free; premium features available PROS • No paywall for basic legal research and case access • Transparent, affordable pricing compared to LexisNexis and Westlaw • AI-powered tools streamline research and writing tasks • Intuitive interface suitable for lawyers of all experience levels • Strong citation and analytics features CONS • Premium AI features require subscription • Smaller database compared to legacy platforms like Westlaw • Limited integration with practice management software • May lack specialized coverage for niche practice areas • Newer platform with less industry adoption than established competitors