AQX Law Firm

AQX Law Firm is an enterprise-grade IP management platform from Anaqua designed for IP law firms managing patent and trademark portfolios on behalf of corporate clients. The platform supports prosecution workflows from client intake through docketing, correspondence management, client reporting, and portfolio analytics, with quarterly law file updates to maintain compliance with current jurisdictional rules.

Key Features & Functions:

Law Engine and Docketing Automation
A rules-based engine that calculates dates, creates and closes tasks, and updates field values when specific conditions are met. Supports country-specific statutory deadline management across multiple jurisdictions and generates law engine reports for quality control before records are finalized. Quarterly software updates incorporate current legal changes.

Document Auto-Processing
Powered by Microsoft Azure AI Document Intelligence, this tool automatically processes incoming correspondence, uploads documents such as office actions to the correct record, assigns tasks, and sends deadline reminders. Supports bulk email processing to reduce manual effort on high-volume inboxes.

Microsoft Outlook Add-in
Allows attorneys and paralegals to manage emails and case updates directly from their inbox without switching to the AQX platform, reducing workflow disruptions.

Client Portal and Reporting
A self-service client portal provides corporate clients with direct access to portfolio updates and reports. Interactive dashboards deliver real-time visibility into firm operations, client portfolios, and business performance metrics and KPIs.

Document Management
Integrates with iManage, NetDocuments, and other DMS platforms for seamless document handling across the firm. Includes check-in/check-out, version control, freeze capabilities, document review workflows, full-text search, and a Microsoft Word add-in for in-application document processing.

Client Onboarding and Data Integrity
Patent and trademark data onboarding from PTO sources to accelerate client intake and reduce manual entry. Data validation tools maintain accuracy and consistency of portfolio records over time.

Client and Contact Management
Centralized management of clients, partners, foreign associates, and contacts, linked to matters for automated workflow and correspondence. Supports conflict of interest identification, subject matter conflict checking, and export control compliance.

In Februrary 2025, Anaqua was acquired by Nordic Captial.