Overview
Everlaw is a cloud-native e-discovery platform designed to accelerate litigation document review. It combines processing, analysis, and review in a single browser-based interface — no software to install, no separate review platform. Everlaw's predictive coding (technology-assisted review) is particularly well-regarded for its transparency and defensibility, which matters when opposing counsel or a judge scrutinizes the review process. Its storybuilding tools let attorneys drag documents into a chronological narrative, helping prepare for depositions and trial. Everlaw's pricing model is based on data stored rather than data processed, which is more predictable for firms managing ongoing matters. The platform is popular with government agencies, AM Law 200 firms, and corporate legal departments handling complex litigation. Everlaw's pricing model — based on data stored rather than data processed — provides more predictable costs for firms managing ongoing matters with expanding document sets. The platform's collaborative annotation tools allow legal teams to tag and comment on documents in real time, supporting distributed review teams. Implementation is fast compared to enterprise platforms; most firms are reviewing within days of data upload. Pricing varies by storage tier and is more accessible than Relativity for mid-size firm matters. A demo is available; Everlaw also offers academic pricing for law school clinics.
Key features
Storybuilder
Unique trial preparation workspace. Attorneys drag documents into a timeline, annotate them, and build a visual case narrative. Connects document review to trial preparation in a single platform.
Predictive Coding
AI-assisted review that learns from attorney coding decisions and predicts responsiveness for unreviewed documents. Workflow is more flexible than traditional TAR — doesn't require stipulated protocols.
Document Review
Modern review interface with batch coding, issue tagging, redactions, and privilege logging. Collaborative annotations visible across the review team.
Processing and Analytics
Processes raw ESI with deduplication, metadata extraction, and email threading. Near-duplicate clustering and conceptual search reduce review volume.
Productions
Flexible production workflows with Bates numbering, redactions, endorsements, and multiple output formats.
Upload and Collaboration
Drag-and-drop upload, shared workspace for co-counsel, and built-in communication tools for review teams.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Storybuilder is unique: attorneys build trial timelines and case narratives directly from coded documents
- Cleaner, more modern interface than Relativity — shorter learning curve for new reviewers
- Predictive coding without mandated TAR protocol — more flexible workflow for smaller matters
- Strong collaboration features: comments, issue tagging, and case notes shared across the team
- More transparent pricing than Relativity — per-GB rates are publicly accessible
Cons
- Usage-based pricing still makes large data volumes expensive — not immune to cost escalation
- Smaller certified partner ecosystem than Relativity — some litigation support vendors don't support it
- Less industry adoption means not always the shared platform choice when working with co-counsel
- Analytics capabilities (AI, near-dupe) are strong but some reviewers find Relativity's analytics more configurable
- Per-GB pricing (approximately $18/GB/month) can still reach significant costs on large matters
Pricing
14-day free trial — no credit card required.
Pricing current as of May 2026; verify with vendor before purchasing.
Who it's best for
Best fit for
- Mid-size litigation firms wanting modern e-discovery without Relativity's complexity
- Plaintiff firms and government attorneys doing self-managed document review
- Teams that value collaborative features and trial preparation integration
- Matters where Relativity's certified partner requirement is not necessary
Not a fit for
- Matters where all parties are in Relativity — switching creates interoperability friction
- Firms needing the broadest certified partner support network
- Simple, low-volume reviews where Logikcull is more cost-effective
Frequently asked questions
Everlaw charges approximately $18/GB/month for active review storage. Processing, additional users, and features may add to the cost. Contact Everlaw for current pricing — rates vary by agreement and volume.
Everlaw is easier to use and has unique trial preparation features (Storybuilder). Relativity has wider industry adoption, more certified partners, and more configurable analytics. For standard matters, Everlaw is often preferred by smaller teams. Relativity is often required for co-counsel consistency.
Storybuilder is Everlaw's trial preparation workspace. Attorneys build case timelines and narrative outlines by attaching coded documents to key events, creating a visual connection between document review and case strategy.
Better than Relativity for small firms, but the per-GB pricing model still makes it expensive for large matters. Firms doing occasional small reviews should consider Logikcull.
Yes. AI-assisted review is included without a separate license or mandated TAR protocol.