SmartSearch, a leading provider of digital anti-money laundering (AML) verification and monitoring solutions, has announced a new partnership with Clio, a global leader in legal practice management, client intake, and CRM software.
The collaboration aims to simplify AML compliance for legal professionals by embedding SmartSearch’s tools directly into Clio’s platform.
The partnership is designed to help legal professionals streamline compliance processes without leaving their existing workflows. By integrating SmartSearch’s automated AML verification and real-time monitoring capabilities into Clio’s all-in-one management system, the collaboration supports law firms in enhancing efficiency, reducing risk, and maintaining regulatory compliance.
SmartSearch provides award-winning AML verification and monitoring solutions used by regulated firms across sectors such as legal, financial, and property. Its platform enables businesses to conduct digital identity verification, sanction screening, and ongoing compliance checks in real time.
Clio, trusted by over 200,000 legal professionals across more than 130 countries, offers practice management, client intake, and CRM solutions that enhance productivity and operational efficiency. Approved by over 100 bar associations and law societies, Clio delivers high-level security, around-the-clock customer support, and access to a wide ecosystem of integrated apps — now including SmartSearch.
The integration allows Clio customers to benefit from automated AML and identity checks directly within the platform, as well as streamlined onboarding and real-time compliance monitoring. This ensures a more seamless and efficient experience for law firms navigating regulatory requirements.
Both companies share a vision of driving innovation in the legal sector through technology that simplifies compliance and operational processes. The integration reflects their joint commitment to equipping legal professionals with modern tools that meet evolving regulatory standards.
SmartSearch partnership director Kerry Cleary said, “Our integration with Clio marks a significant advancement in simplifying compliance for legal professionals. By embedding our digital AML solution into Clio’s platform, we empower law firms to enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and maintain regulatory compliance without disrupting their daily operations.”
Find more on RegTech Analyst.
Keep up with all the latest FinTech news here
Copyright © 2025 FinTech Global
