Two women lawyers are transforming the legal industry by providing online services. Sujata Lodhia and Nazia Ali, Principal Partners at Lex Connect Legal and Co-Founders of Lex Connect (Fiji) Pte Limited, have introduced an innovative legal tech platform called LexConnect to modernize legal services.
LexConnect functions as an access hub, equipping users with self-service legal tools. The platform features a library of ready-made legal templates and resources, crafted by legal professionals, and is available for use at any time.
The service simplifies compliance, enhances productivity, and allows businesses to concentrate on growth rather than paperwork, all at significantly reduced costs compared to traditional legal services. Since its launch in June, the website www.lexconnectfiji.com has positioned itself as Oceania’s top resource for legal insights and tools, initially focusing on Fiji’s legal framework.
The platform includes a self-help legal tool and library consisting of:
– Comprehensive legal content and guides
– Ready-made templates for contracts and documents
– Current information on business-related legal issues at competitive prices
Users can access various documents, including templates for employment contracts, lease agreements, confidentiality agreements, partnership agreements, wills, and policy checklists, among others. It also provides crucial legal and compliance information related to immigration law, family law, foreign investment, business registration, commercial contracts, employment law, environmental law, intellectual property, and criminal law.
The founders highlighted the benefits of this model: “Our aim is to make legal services easily accessible and affordable, assisting businesses in saving time and money while ensuring compliance in a dynamic business environment. People should have the capability to manage many straightforward legal matters independently, but it is essential to use verified and professionally prepared information instead of unverified online sources. Our documents, created by qualified lawyers, offer trustworthy and accurate guidance,” said Ms. Lodhia and Ms. Ali.
Available plans on the website include:
BASIC PLAN
This plan is free and grants access to three documents that can be downloaded in Word format, such as a lease agreement, a non-disclosure agreement, and a sample will.
ESSENTIAL PLAN ($149/month)
This plan provides unlimited access to all content and documents, designed for individuals seeking a self-help tool without needing to consult a lawyer.
STARTUP PLAN ($549/month)
The most popular option, this plan includes all platform content plus limited free access to lawyers at no additional cost. Monthly consultations with lawyers, as well as a chat platform for quick legal inquiries, are available.
BUSINESS PLAN ($999/month)
This package offers 24/7 on-demand live chat with lawyers, unlimited consultations, and face-to-face sessions for business owners who want to ensure compliance on a regular basis.
The website is currently developing an AI chatbot and aims to be accessible on the Apple Store and Google Play Store. “Accessing similar documents through our platform is often more economical than spending thousands on expert services for individual documents. Subscribing provides access to professionally prepared documents at a lower cost,” shared Ms. Lodhia. “All templates and information are localized and regularly updated to reflect the latest laws in Fiji, with straightforward language for easy understanding,” added Ms. Ali. Their long-term goal is to broaden the platform’s content to include relevant legal topics for other South Pacific nations, with ongoing updates and additions planned.