Hogan Lovells advises management of vLex on its US$1 billion sale to Clio
London, 2 July 2025 – Global law firm Hogan Lovells has advised the management team of vLex, an Oakley Capital portfolio company, on its US$1 billion sale to Clio, a leading provider of legal technology solutions. The transaction marks a turning point in the legal technology sector, uniting the industry’s foremost legal research and operational platforms into a single, intelligent system.
Founded in Barcelona in 2000, vLex has been a pioneer in legal intelligence and AI-powered legal research. By combining the world’s most comprehensive legal database with advanced AI capabilities, vLex has transformed how legal professionals access, analyze, and apply legal knowledge—setting new industry standards for accuracy and efficiency.
A Hogan Lovells team from the firm’s London, New York, and Boston offices represented the management team of vLex. The team was led by London-based partner James Cross, with support from partners Scott Friedman (Tax, New York) and Zohar Nevo (M&A, Boston), alongside senior associates Andy Poole (Private Equity, London) and Elizabeth Adams (Tax, New York).
Commenting on the transaction, partner James Cross said: “We’re proud to have supported the management team of vLex on this landmark transaction with Clio. This deal represents a major milestone in the evolution of legal technology, uniting two visionary platforms with a shared commitment to innovation and improving access to justice. It has been a pleasure to work alongside the vLex team as they take this exciting next step in their journey.”
More on this transaction can be found here.
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