Solicitor Chris Dias has launched Legalaid Ltd, a new initiative designed to transform the way solicitors harness artificial intelligence in their work.
The company, formally named Legal Artificial Intelligence Development (Legalaid) Ltd, is focused on delivering practical AI-driven tools that simplify legal tasks and improve client service. The venture represents an important step in embedding technology more deeply into the legal profession.
As part of its launch, Legalaid Ltd has introduced its first beta platform, ukinnovator.online. This service uses a proprietary algorithm to apply AI’s analytical power in pre-assessing business ideas for potential Innovators who wish to set up enterprises in the UK through the Home Office’s Innovator Founder scheme.
The platform is intended as an initial evaluation tool rather than a substitute for professional legal counsel. It highlights the potential for AI to support solicitors in developing creative solutions for their clients. Users can choose between a quick five-minute assessment or a more comprehensive twenty-minute review, both offered free of charge to ensure accessibility.
Chris, the founder, shared his inspiration for establishing Legalaid Ltd: “Since generative AI emerged, I’ve been exploring ways to address inefficiencies in legal practice to better serve clients at my firm,
Lawyery. I firmly believe that AI’s potential to drive meaningful change in the legal sector should be a grassroots movement, led by practitioners rather than corporate giants. Legalaid Ltd is my commitment to empowering solicitors to revolutionise the legal landscape, one innovative application at a time.”
On the purpose of
ukinnovator.online, Chris commented: “I’ve seen a growing number of enquiries from potential Innovators who are uncertain about whether their business ideas meet the criteria for the UK’s Innovator Founder scheme. The endorsement application process costs applicants £1,000, so I recognised the need for a preliminary assessment tool. This platform is a free, user-friendly resource designed to help Innovators understand key elements of the assessment process before investing in legal consultations. Accessibility is paramount, and I believe AI tools should be freely available to end users, aligning with modern expectations.”
Legalaid Ltd’s mission is to bridge the gap between technology and legal practice, enabling solicitors to work more efficiently while maintaining a client-centric approach. By offering tools like ukinnovator.online, the company sets a new standard for integrating AI into the legal industry.
The platform’s beta version is now live, inviting feedback to refine its functionality and expand its capabilities.
Chris’s vision extends beyond this initial launch. He plans to develop further AI-driven tools under the Legalaid Ltd banner, each addressing specific challenges in legal practice. “Our goal is to empower solicitors with practical, accessible technology that enhances their ability to deliver results,” Chris said. “This is just the beginning.”
Legalaid Ltd is also committed to fostering collaboration within the legal community, encouraging solicitors to share insights and contribute to the development of future tools.
The company aims to build a suite of applications that address diverse aspects of legal work, from case management to client onboarding, all powered by AI to improve efficiency and accuracy.
For more information about Legalaid Ltd and its innovative platforms, visit
legalaid.dev or explore the beta version of
ukinnovator.online. With a focus on accessibility, innovation, and practitioner-led change, Legalaid Ltd is poised to redefine the role of AI in the legal profession.
