{"id":899,"date":"2025-09-08T15:15:50","date_gmt":"2025-09-08T22:15:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.clio.com\/ca\/?p=899"},"modified":"2025-09-09T13:09:48","modified_gmt":"2025-09-09T20:09:48","slug":"letter-from-canada-gm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/ca\/blog\/letter-from-canada-gm\/","title":{"rendered":"Canadian law firms deserve better. And we\u2019re delivering it."},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canadian law firms deserve more than generic solutions. They deserve technology purpose-built for Canada, backed by real investment and a team that understands how law is practiced here.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clio was founded in Canada in 2008. Today, we support over 150,000 legal professionals worldwide. With more than 1,000 Clions working across Burnaby, Calgary, and Toronto, our roots in this country run deep. So does our commitment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s why I\u2019m thrilled to take on the role of General Manager for Clio Canada and lead our renewed and expanded focus on Canadian law firms.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>We listened\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When I stepped into this role, I launched a three-month listening tour across the country. I met with legal professionals, industry partners, consultants, and law societies\u2014in boardrooms, at desksides, and over coffee.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The message I heard was clear: Canadian firms want local, responsive solutions that solve real problems, not software shipped over the border.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And that\u2019s exactly what we\u2019re delivering.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Purpose-built for Canadian law firms\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clio\u2019s cloud-based platform gives law firms everything they need to deliver the seamless, responsive experience today\u2019s clients expect, from intake and document management to billing and payments. With our built-in legal AI assistant, many Canadian firms are already reclaiming valuable time by offloading routine tasks like summarizing notes, drafting emails, and planning their day so they can focus on the work that matters most.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve made major investments to support firms across the country:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Canadian pricing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in local currency<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>24-hour support<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, five days a week, across all six time zones<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Data residency in Canada<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with advanced security and compliance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Deep integrations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with 100+ Canadian legaltech leaders like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/app-directory\/divorcepath\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Divorcepath<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/app-directory\/lawyer-conveyance-system\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lawyer Conveyance System<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>A growing network of <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/partnerships\/certified-consultants\/find-a-ccc\/?sortBy=menuOrder&amp;postsPerPage=9&amp;types=consultant&amp;taxonomies=%7B%22consultant_category__category%22%3A%5B%5D%2C%22consultant_category__region%22%3A%5B%22canada%22%5D%7D\"><b>Clio Certified Consultants<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/partnerships\/certified-consultants\/find-a-ccc\/gauvreau\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gauvreau<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/partnerships\/certified-consultants\/find-a-ccc\/spring-solutions\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spring<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/partnerships\/certified-consultants\/find-a-ccc\/cloudactcpa\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CloudAct CPA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and\u00a0<a class=\"c-link\" href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/partnerships\/certified-consultants\/find-a-ccc\/advantage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/partnerships\/certified-consultants\/find-a-ccc\/advantage\/\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\" aria-describedby=\"sk-tooltip-12597\">AVS Legal<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019re also growing the team behind the technology. That includes expanding our product, design, engineering, and support teams in Canada, so legal professionals can work with people who understand their needs. From remote regions to urban centers, we\u2019re building tools that reflect how Canadian legal professionals actually work. If you\u2019re already using Clio or considering the switch, we\u2019re here to make the process smooth and supported from day one.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Investing in Canada\u2019s legal future\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the beginning, Clio has been committed to transforming the practice of law, not just for lawyers and staff, but for the clients who rely on them. That work continues here in Canada.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019re proud to support Canadian Bar Associations and Law Societies in their educational programming. We\u2019re also an approved trust accounting solution for the Law Society of Alberta. You\u2019ll see our team at more events across the country, connecting directly with firms and legal professionals who are ready for change.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And there\u2019s more ahead. We recently announced our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/about\/press\/clio-signs-definitive-agreement-to-acquire-vlex\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">intent to acquire vLex<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the global leader in AI-powered legal research. This represents a transformational opportunity to connect the business and the practice of law in a single platform.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Let\u2019s reconnect<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Canadian legal market is vibrant, sophisticated, and ready for what\u2019s next. We\u2019re committed to being your trusted partner in building more efficient, client-centered, and future-ready law firms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/ca\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canadian website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to explore what\u2019s possible. Whether you\u2019re transitioning to the cloud, curious about AI, or just want to learn more about our plans for Canada, my team and I are here to connect.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Luke Slan<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General Manager, Canada<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/09\/Blog_Luke-Slan-Signature-1.png\">\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n<div\n\tclass=\"o-image l-image wp-image-924 size-medium alignleft \"\n\t\tstyle=\"max-width: 46.875rem;  width: 300px;\"\n\t\t>\n\t<div\n\t\tclass=\"o-image__wrap l-image__wrap js-lazy-image-wrapper\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"padding-top:56.25%;\"\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\t<noscript>\n\t\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"Blog_Luke Slan Signature\"\n\t\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/09\/Blog_Luke-Slan-Signature-1-750x422.png\"\n\t\t\t\t\twidth=\"750\"\n\t\t\t\t\theight=\"422\"\n\t\t\t\t\/>\n\t\t\t<\/noscript>\n\t\t\t\t<picture>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<source\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tdata-srcset=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/09\/Blog_Luke-Slan-Signature-1-750x422.webp\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tsrcset=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttype=\"image\/webp\"\n\t\t\t\t\/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img\n\t\t\t\ttitle=\"Blog_Luke Slan Signature\"\n\t\t\t\talt=\"\"\n\t\t\t\twidth=\"750\"\n\t\t\t\theight=\"422\"\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tloading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-src=\"https:\/\/marketing.dev.clio.systems\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/09\/Blog_Luke-Slan-Signature-1-750x422.png\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAP\/\/\/wAAACH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAICRAEAOw==\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"is-lazy js-lazy-image\"\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\/>\n\t\t<\/picture>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Clio\u2019s GM of Canada outlines how we\u2019re investing in Canadian law firms with local pricing, data residency, AI innovation, and trusted support.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":253,"featured_media":903,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[81],"tags":[],"coauthors":[84],"class_list":["post-899","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-clio","content_category-clio"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v24.7 (Yoast SEO v24.7) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Canadian law firms deserve better. 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