Elite powers Osborne Clarke’s cloud transformation with 3E
International law firm Osborne Clarke is the latest to complete its migration to the cloud using 3E, a SaaS-based financial and practice management solution from Elite. This marks a significant milestone in legaltech adoption, enabling scalable infrastructure, advanced analytics, and seamless integration across the firm’s operations.
Elite, the leading enterprise SaaS platform purpose-built for the legal industry, today announced that international law firm Osborne Clarke has completed its migration to the cloud with 3E, marking a new milestone in the adoption of SaaS enterprise solutions among the world’s largest and most complex law firms.
Osborne Clarke is just the latest firm to do so. Elite has reported a 75% increase in SaaS subscription usage in 2025 to date—signaling a decisive shift in how legal firms are choosing to run their operations.
With a legacy dating back more than 250 years, Osborne Clarke is an international legal practice focused on helping its clients and people succeed in tomorrow’s world. The firm has a presence across Europe, Asia and the US, operating from 26 different locations around the globe. The firm provides an array of advisory, litigation and transactional services to clients ranging from market leaders to fast-growth companies.
By moving to a SaaS-based financial and practice management solution, Osborne Clarke has ensured it has the most robust, agile, and secure digital foundation to meet the firm’s evolving needs, both now and for the future.
3E will provide the firm with automatic updates and rapid access to new functionality, automated workflows, online billing, real-time insights, and advanced analytics, powered by the Microsoft Azure platform and providing seamless connectivity with other firm systems.
“Cloud adoption is a game changer for the legal sector, enabling us to leverage technology more efficiently and effectively to drive our business forward,” said Omar Al-Nuaimi, International CEO of Osborne Clarke. “Implementing 3E in the cloud has unlocked truly scalable infrastructure, given us access to advanced capabilities like AI and data analytics, and helped us future proof our operations. It is a foundational element of our digital transformation journey.”
Osborne Clarke’s adoption of the SaaS-version of 3E is one of the key pillars of a broader technology-driven transformation for the firm. This cloud-first approach means it can realize deeper operational integration. In addition, all the firm’s core business technology solutions are now fully integrated with 3E, unlocking the true power of its data and ensuring seamless connectivity across the business.
“Osborne Clarke is leading the way in the business of law by adopting a SaaS solution that will enable the firm to better serve their clients,” said Mark Dorman, CEO of Elite. “Across the sector, we’re finally seeing a decisive shift from legacy on-prem systems to cloud-native platforms, as more and more of the world’s largest and most complex law firms streamline operations. We are proud to be at the forefront of this change across the legal industry.”
The adoption of cloud-based business and financial management solutions is rapidly gaining speed, and Elite recently announced a 75% increase in SaaS subscriptions already in 2025. Its wider portfolio of solutions is utilized by nearly 2,000 law firms worldwide, including 75% of the Am Law 100 and 72% of the Global 100.
Key Benefits of Cloud Adoption with 3E
- Automatic updates and quick access to new functionality
- Automated workflows and online billing
- Real-time insights and advanced analytics
- Scalable infrastructure powered by Microsoft Azure
- Seamless connectivity with other firm systems
- Future-proofing operations with cloud-native technology
- Unified client experience through integrated platforms
FAQ
Why are law firms moving to SaaS?
- SaaS solutions offer scalability, security, and continuous innovation, helping law firms modernize operations and improve efficiency.
What is 3E and how does it help?
- 3E is a cloud-based financial and practice management platform that streamlines workflows, enhances analytics, and integrates core business systems.
How can SaaS platforms improve client experience?
- By integrating systems and automating processes, SaaS platforms enable law firms to deliver faster, more consistent, and personalized client service.
Is my data secure in the cloud?
- Yes, platforms like 3E are built on secure infrastructures such as Microsoft Azure, ensuring compliance and data protection.
