Legora has had a busy year. The Swedish legal AI firm raised $550m in March, led by Accel, and has made five acquisitions since January. The company is prioritizing growth through acquisitions rather than developing its own foundational AI model.

This strategy allows Legora to integrate existing technologies quickly and expand its product offerings in the legal tech space. By avoiding the costly and time-consuming process of building a proprietary model, Legora can focus on scaling its platform and serving law firms more efficiently. The approach reflects a broader trend in applied AI where companies leverage third-party models to deliver specialized solutions faster.