Elite, a leading enterprise SaaS platform tailored for the legal industry, has announced transformative updates to its 3E cloud-based financial management system. Revealed at ILTACON 2025, these advancements leverage AI and cloud technology to streamline operations, accelerate billing cycles, and enhance decision-making for law firms. With a 75% surge in SaaS subscription usage this year, Elite is driving the legal industry’s digital transformation.
Elite 3E integrates AI and cloud for faster law firm operations.
Elite Payments reduces payment times by up to 40%.
Near real-time data access via Microsoft Fabric enhances analytics.
Proforma AI Agent automates billing workflows, launching in 2026.
75% increase in SaaS usage signals strong cloud adoption in 2025.
Top firms like Clark Hill adopt Elite’s innovative solutions.
Elite Payments, now natively embedded in 3E, streamlines invoice delivery and client payments. It offers secure client portals and flexible payment options, allowing clients to split invoices into manageable installments while firms receive full payments upfront. This has reduced time-to-payment by up to 40%, with nearly three-quarters of users being Am Law 200 firms. “The legal industry is considered by many as the last frontier for digital transformation, but in 2025 we’ve seen the demand for new ways of working increase significantly,” said Mark Dorman, Chief Executive Officer, Elite.
Later in 2025, Elite will introduce near real-time data access through a centralized data lake in customers’ Microsoft Fabric instances. Fully managed by Elite, this feature provides a single source of truth for time, billing, collections, and profitability metrics. It supports embedded dashboards and external BI tools, enabling law firms to make informed decisions quickly. “The ability for customers to access data in near real-time is only possible due to Elite’s industry-leading investments in AI and cloud,” said Elisabet Hardy, Chief Product Officer, Elite. “We are excited to write the next chapter of legal technology—where real-time data becomes the engine of firm-wide transformation, driving improved business operations.”
Set to launch in early 2026, the Proforma AI Agent will enable law firms to review proformas, check matter status, and manage invoices using natural language prompts. This AI assistant adheres to each firm’s unique billing rules, reducing manual tasks and accelerating cash flow. By automating repetitive processes, it frees up time for high-value client work, enhancing compliance and operational efficiency.
The legal sector is rapidly adopting cloud-based systems, with nine out of 10 law firms choosing such solutions for financial management replacements, per a 2024 ILTA survey. Elite’s 3E platform, adopted by firms like Clark Hill and Greenspoon Marder, supports this shift with continuous updates that eliminate the need for full system upgrades. “We see substantial value in leveraging 3E in the cloud, with its continuous enhancements, and updates that don’t require full system upgrades. These tools not only streamline our operations but also empower us to deliver even more efficient and tailored client services,” said Jen Fante, COO/CFO of Greenspoon Marder.
Elite’s latest 3E innovations mark a significant leap in legaltech, empowering law firms to optimize operations and stay competitive. By integrating AI-driven tools like the Proforma AI Agent and cloud-based solutions like Elite Payments, Elite is paving the way for faster billing, smarter analytics, and enhanced client services in the legal industry.
Since its founding in 1947, Elite has transformed law firms with innovative technologies that are at the center of their success. Today, Elite is a leading, independent technology company that continues to develop cutting-edge digital financial solutions that drive success for the world’s most successful law firms.
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