Wotton Kearney’s digital transformation initiative will overhaul its core operations, replacing legacy systems with the Appian Platform to deliver advanced client reporting, streamlined matter management, and substantial efficiency gains.
Currently, the firm’s client reporting and matter tracking rely on manual, time-intensive processes that demand significant resources.
The new AI-enabled system is projected to save thousands of lawyer hours each year, enabling teams to focus on higher-value, client-facing work. The platform is scheduled to go live by April 2026.
“This collaboration reflects our commitment to innovation in our legal service delivery,” said Charles Simon, Managing Partner, Casualty & Operations at Wotton Kearney.
“By integrating Appian, we’re enhancing accessibility, responsiveness and value for our clients while positioning ourselves at the forefront of legal technology innovation.”
Built on the Appian Platform, “OSCAR” will leverage AI for automated data extraction, eliminating manual data entry and improving accuracy across complex legal matter management workflows.
The new system will incorporate AI in Intelligent Document Processing, email classification and document generation, while also seamlessly integrating with Wotton Kearney’s financial ERP system and automating client reporting with real-time insights.
The partnership represents another milestone in Wotton Kearney’s impressive growth journey since its founding in 2002, growing from two partners to 95 partners and a dynamic force of over 500 lawyers across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Thailand.
“This partnership aligns with Wotton Kearney’s shift toward digital-first solutions and proactive legal support. As a trusted advisor to insurers and corporates across APAC, we’re proud to partner with Appian to extend our reach and impact,” says Simon.
“Appian’s platform enables us to build a solution that perfectly aligns with our unique operational requirements and client expectations,”
“This isn’t just about adopting new technology, it’s about fundamentally enhancing how we serve our clients and manage complex legal matters.” he said.
The new system directly supports Wotton Kearney’s mission to deliver exceptional value to their insurance, government and corporate clients across the Asia-Pacific region.
Enhanced reporting capabilities will provide clients with greater transparency and insights into their legal matters, while improved operational efficiency will enable faster response times and more competitive service delivery.
“We’re excited to partner with Wotton Kearney as they transform their legal operations through intelligent automation,” said Luke Thomas, Area Vice President of Asia Pacific & Japan at Appian.
“By combining Appian’s AI-powered automation with Wotton Kearney’s deep expertise in insurance and risk, we’re delivering a platform that eliminates complexity, accelerates reporting and creates more time for lawyers to focus on their clients.
“This is a powerful example of how the legal industry can reimagine its operations with Appian to achieve both efficiency and innovation at scale.” he said.
