transparently

Transparently.legal operates as a communication tracking and management platform, founded with the objective of embedding integrity within all negotiation processes. The company was established in 2016 by Becki Cassia (formerly Sant-Cassia) and Steve Stewart. The founders' personal experiences with their own divorces and the challenges their children faced during these separations were the primary motivation for creating the platform.

The platform functions by creating a continuous and un-editable chronology of all interactions between the parties involved. It provides a secure and encrypted online environment accessible via desktop or mobile devices. A key feature is the ability for each individual to be privately supported by their own team of experts, which can include lawyers, accountants, mediators, and counsellors. This structure gives professionals real-time insight and the full context of a matter, enabling a more collaborative and informed approach to client management, supported by embedded artificial intelligence. The use of blockchain-based technology ensures a secure and indelible timeline of communications, acting as a single point of truth.

Initially, Transparently is focusing on family law, driven by a mission to protect vulnerable people and reduce conflict in separation and divorce proceedings. However, the platform is designed for broader application across various legal negotiations, including corporate, commercial, and employment law, such as contract negotiations, business formations, and lease agreements. The business model enables lawyers to offer services flexibly, ranging from full representation to unbundled services tailored to client needs and resources. This approach aims to make legal advice more accessible, particularly for underrepresented groups. In early 2025, the company received an investment from Mint Ventures, a Scottish women-led angel investment group, ahead of a larger planned funding round to scale its services.

Keywords: legal negotiation, communication platform, family law, dispute resolution, legal tech, negotiation management, collaborative law, client support, legal services access, divorce support, secure communication, evidence management, professional collaboration, unbundled legal services, integrity in law, conflict reduction, case management, legal chronology, alternative legal services, blockchain in law