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What Is Data Migration in Legal Tech?

Moving existing data, such as matters, documents, contracts or billing history, from an old system into a new one.

Legal Tech GlossaryBy The Circle Desk

Why It Matters

Migration is often the riskiest part of switching systems. Deciding what to bring across, and cleaning it first, saves time and prevents carrying old problems into the new tool.

Related Terms

Implementation
The work of setting up a new system: configuration, data migration, integrations, testing and training.
DMS (document management system)
The system a firm or legal department uses to store, version, secure and search its documents and email, such as iManage or NetDocuments.

General information, not legal advice. Part of the Legal Tech Glossary, 173 terms in plain English.