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Why top law firms choose Legl for KYC and client due diligence

Shanté Simpson avatar
Written by Shanté Simpson
Updated over 3 weeks ago

Legl enables faster, smarter, and more compliant client onboarding. In a time where firms must balance tightening regulations with client expectations for speed and simplicity, Legl delivers a solution that works for compliance teams and clients alike.

🚀 Best-in-Class Client Experience

Why it matters: Poor onboarding experiences lead to client drop-off and fee-earner frustration. Legl helps firms retain business by making the process simple and fast for clients.

  • Fully browser-based – no need to download an app

  • Branded with your firm’s identity, creating trust from the outset

  • Works on desktop, mobile, and tablet

  • Most clients complete CDD in under 10 minutes, reducing onboarding delays


🔐 Deep Identity Validation & Risk Analysis

Why it matters: Manual checks are time-consuming and leave room for human error. Legl delivers high-trust onboarding with automated, accurate risk assessment to protect your firm.

  • Biometric ID verification reduces impersonation risk and meets stringent compliance standards

  • 360° risk view: regulatory, financial, and reputational screening in one place

  • Supports confident onboarding of high-risk clients with minimal friction


♾ Ongoing Monitoring (at no extra cost)

Why it matters: Risk doesn’t stop after onboarding. Firms must show they are monitoring clients over time - without adding admin burden or cost.

  • Automatically monitors individuals and business entities for changes in risk status

  • Instant alerts for new watchlist matches or profile updates

  • Keeps your compliance ongoing and audit-ready, without rechecking manually


🤖 AI-Powered CDD Summaries

Why it matters: Review teams are stretched thin, and complex results slow down onboarding. Our AI distills the most important insights to enable faster, more focused reviews.

  • AI-generated summaries highlight potential red flags and essential client data

  • Removes irrelevant content, allowing reviewers to focus only on what matters

  • Reduces onboarding time so billable work can begin sooner


💳 Simple & Transparent Pricing

Why it matters: Unpredictable CDD costs make it hard to budget or scale. With Legl, you only pay for what you use - no minimums, no commitments.

  • Pay-as-you-go pricing

  • No hidden fees or surprise charges

  • Scales with your usage, supporting both low- and high-volume periods


📊 Smart CDD Reporting

Why it matters: Repeating checks that don’t need to be redone costs time and money. Legl’s reporting ensures visibility across client records.

  • Track ID document expiry and last CDD date

  • Identify which clients require rechecks and which don’t

  • Avoid unnecessary duplication and remain compliant


🆕 Latest Product Enhancements

Why it matters: Regulatory expectations are evolving. Legl continues to invest so your firm stays ahead, not just compliant.

  • Improved watchlist data and clearer labels for easier review

  • Unified view of risk across individuals and businesses

  • Ability to map your internal risk assessments directly into the platform


🧰 Flexible CDD Options for Every Client Type

Why it matters: Not every client fits a standard onboarding flow. Legl gives you options that support edge cases and out-of-scope matters without compromising compliance.

  • Use watchlist or financial screening only where full ID isn’t needed

  • Offer ID document checks with or without biometrics

  • Support clients without government-issued ID through screening-only options


🔎 Ready to maximise your use of Legl?

Let us show you how to tailor the platform to your firm’s needs.

📅 Reach out to to [email protected] and the team will be happy to book in a session.

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