Digital Document Utilization Tool 'Bengo Kakumei' Developed by Lawyers Releases 'Hanrei Hisho Integration Function'

Bengo.com Inc. (Minato-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO, Lawyer: Taiichiro Motorae, hereinafter referred to as "the Company") is pleased to announce the release of the "Hanrei Hisho Integration Function*1" for its digital document utilization tool for lawyers, 'Bengo Kakumei'. This function automatically links references to precedents within documents to the precedent database 'Hanrei Hisho'.

*1: A paid account for Hanrei Hisho is required to confirm precedent information.

◾️ What is the "Hanrei Hisho Integration Function": https://docs.bengo-kakumei.jp/guide/document-db/hanrei

With the "Hanrei Hisho Integration Function," references to precedents within documents registered in 'Bengo Kakumei' are linked to the precedent database 'Hanrei Hisho'. This allows users to transition to the 'Hanrei Hisho' page with a single click and refer to the relevant precedent data. The "Hanrei Hisho Integration Function" is equipped with three features:

1. Precedent Linking

References to precedents within documents are converted into links, allowing users to check the corresponding precedent pages in Hanrei Hisho simply by clicking.

2. Precedent Quick Search

Traditional precedent searches involved entering keywords and dates into a search form. This new function allows users to automatically extract precedents recorded in Hanrei Hisho by simply copying and pasting citation notations or entire passages, and open them with a single click. This significantly saves time and effort in inputting and searching.

3. Precedent Citation Check

This function allows for fact-checking whether precedents cited in preparatory briefs, complaints, etc., actually exist by cross-referencing them with the precedents in the Hanrei Hisho database.

◾️ "Hanrei Hisho Integration Function" Service Explanation Video

Comment from Ryosen Yamamoto, Lawyer and Developer of 'Bengo Kakumei'

"'Grand Precedent, Reiwa 6, July 3rd' - citation notations for precedents frequently appear in documents handled by lawyers (case records). When lawyers find a citation, they typically open a precedent database like Hanrei Hisho, enter information into a form, and spend several minutes finding the precedent separately. The Hanrei Hisho integration for Bengo Kakumei, released this time, eliminates such workflow interruptions and directly links documents with precedents. If there is a precedent notation in a preparatory brief, it will be automatically converted into a link within the Bengo Kakumei screen, allowing users to jump to Hanrei Hisho with a single click. Using 'Precedent Quick Search,' users can also easily find precedents while viewing documents. Bengo Kakumei will continue to strengthen the integration of legal knowledge into case records."

What is the Digital Document Utilization Tool 'Bengo Kakumei': https://www.bengo-kakumei.jp/

'Bengo Kakumei' is a digital document utilization tool developed by lawyers for lawyers, promoting DX (Digital Transformation) and AX (AI Transformation) in legal practice and enhancing the quality and efficiency of legal services. By utilizing this service, lawyers can significantly enhance their professional capabilities by using AI optimized for litigation practice within digitized case records.

What are LIC and Hanrei Hisho: https://www.hanreihisho.com/

LIC (Law Information Center Co., Ltd.) is a company that provides the precedent database 'Hanrei Hisho' and holds an overwhelming market share in the industry. Since its establishment in 1996, it has greatly contributed to the digitalization of the legal profession and has earned immense trust and brand recognition. In October 2023, it became a group company of Bengo.com.

'Hanrei Hisho' is characterized by its ability to go beyond simple precedent searches, including related information such as 'commentaries' and 'articles/papers' centered around 'precedents,' and providing speedy access to related information through its information tracking function. Furthermore, it offers user-friendly features such as a cloud-based 'Electronic Library' for organizing and saving important found information, the 'Current Law Archive' for pinpointing legal provisions by year/month, and Japan's first full-scale electronic journal, 'Hanrei Hisho Journal'.

◆ About Bengo.com Inc.: https://www.bengo4.com/corporate/

Headquarters: Kurosaki Building, 4-1-4 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Date of Establishment: July 4, 2005

Representative: Taiichiro Motorae, President and CEO, Lawyer

Stock Exchange Listing: Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market

Business Activities: With the mission of "Creating the Next Common Sense with Professional Tech," the company operates "Bengo.com," Japan's largest legal portal site with over 60% of domestic lawyers registered. It also develops innovative services such as tax consultation service "Zeiri-shi.com," the No. 1 electronic contract service in the market "CloudSign," and the integrated legal AI agent "Legal Brain Agent."