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Dragon Legal Anywhere Discontinuation Announced
Dragon Legal Anywhere is still available from VoiceX.
Let us help you find the right alternative.
In July 2026, Microsoft announced it will discontinue Dragon Legal Anywhere. Australian and New Zealand legal professionals can still purchase and renew Dragon Legal Anywhere until 30 December 2026 from VoiceX, and it will remain supported until 30 December 2027.
VoiceX Sales Available Until
30 December 2026
Product Support Continues Until
30 December 2027
Best Legal Speech Recognition Replacement
SpeechLive AI Speech Recognition
Retains real-time speech-to-text at the cursor—with custom words and commands—and expands speech recognition across Windows, Mac, browser, mobile and recorded audio. It also adds multi-speaker transcription, legal AI refinement, a built-in author-to-typist review process, central management and optional integrations with Clio, Actionstep, iManage and NetDocuments.
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SpeechLive Legal AI Assistant
Includes SpeechLive AI Speech Recognition, then goes beyond verbatim transcription. It can use naturally recorded dictation, conversations and supporting files to create a structured legal draft from a custom template, ready for human review—all bundled in a complete workflow solution. Integrates with Clio, Actionstep, iManage and NetDocuments.
See SpeechLive Legal AI Assistant →Windows and Mac compatible. VoiceX can manage solution design, trial planning, configuration, user migration, implementation, end-user training and ongoing Australian-based support. Plans are available for sole practitioners and enterprise-wide solutions. Reseller enquiries are welcome.
Dragon Legal Anywhere Alternatives Comparison
Compare Dragon Legal Anywhere, SpeechLive and Dragon Professional v16.
Compare Dragon Legal Anywhere with alternative speech recognition solutions suitable for lawyers and legal firms.
Included Available with another plan or product Not included
| Capability | Dragon Legal Anywhere |
SpeechLive AI Speech Recognition |
SpeechLive Legal AI Assistant |
Dragon Professional v16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What it is | Cloud, at-cursor speech recognition with legal vocabulary | Flexible cloud speech recognition with recorded dictation, multi-speaker transcription and classic dictation workflow | All-in-one speech recognition, dictation, transcription and AI-assisted legal document creation | On-premise Windows speech recognition with advanced commands and computer control |
| Platform and deployment | Cloud Microsoft Azure, Australia-hosted |
Cloud Microsoft Azure, Australia-hosted |
Cloud Microsoft Azure, Australia-hosted |
Locally installed Windows 11 |
| Real-time dictation at the cursor | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Windows and Mac compatibility | ✕ Windows only |
✓ | ✓ | ✕ Windows only |
| Mobile speech recognition | ✕ | ✓ SpeechLive Mobile App |
✓ SpeechLive Mobile App |
✕ |
| Traditional dictation and transcription workflow | ✕ | ✓ | ✓ | + Optional with SpeechExec |
| Multi-speaker transcription | ✕ | ✓ | ✓ | ✕ |
| AI-refined transcripts, summaries and insights | ✕ | ✓ | ✓ | ✕ |
| AI-assisted legal document creation | ✕ | + Upgrade available |
✓ | ✕ |
| Human review with retained source audio | ✕ | ✓ | ✓ Source, transcript and draft together |
+ Optional with SpeechExec |
| Legal practice and document management integrations | ✕ | + Available with SpeechLive Enterprise |
+ Available with SpeechLive Enterprise |
✕ |
| Advanced Windows navigation and automation | ✓ Commands and navigation |
Limited AutoText commands No full computer control |
Limited AutoText commands No full computer control |
✓ Custom macros and navigation |
This is a general comparison. Available features can vary by SpeechLive plan, configuration and integration. VoiceX will confirm the correct setup for your organisation.
On-Premise Speech Recognition Software
Dragon Professional v16.
The original on-premises speech recognition software.
Dragon Professional v16 is locally installed speech recognition software for Windows 11. Perfect for users who prioritise advanced voice commands, document navigation, custom vocabulary, boilerplate insertion, advanced scripting and application control by voice.
Dragon Professional v16 Speech Recognition
VoiceX Legal Speech Recognition Services
Migration, implementation, training and support—not just software licensing.
Successful speech recognition depends on the applications, microphones, document process and users around it. VoiceX supports Australian and New Zealand legal organisations from initial assessment through rollout and ongoing use.
Dragon Migration Planning
Assess Dragon Legal Anywhere users, applications, custom words, commands and mobility requirements before selecting and testing the replacement.
Configuration & Implementation
Configure authors, typists, teams, security settings, microphones, speech recognition and review processes around the way your legal team works.
End-User Training & Support
Practical training for accurate dictation, correction, vocabulary, reusable text, desktop, browser, mobile, recording and Human-in-the-Loop review.
Already use Dragon? VoiceX can train Dragon users regardless of where or when the software was purchased.
Legal Speech Recognition FAQs
Let VoiceX answer your questions about legal speech recognition
What is the best alternative to Dragon Legal Anywhere?
For most Australian and New Zealand legal organisations, SpeechLive Legal AI Assistant is the strongest cloud migration path. Choose SpeechLive AI Speech Recognition for flexible speech-to-text, or SpeechLive Legal AI Assistant when users also need AI-assisted legal document creation. Dragon Professional v16 is best suited when on-premise Windows speech recognition is the priority.
Can I still buy or renew Dragon Legal Anywhere in Australia or New Zealand?
Yes. Although its future discontinuation has been announced, Dragon Legal Anywhere is available from VoiceX until 30 December 2026. The product will continue to be supported until 30 December 2027.
What is the best Windows and Mac compatible speech recognition for lawyers?
SpeechLive supports both live, at-cursor speech recognition directly into any application on Windows and Mac, with additional recognition and recording options through the browser and SpeechLive Mobile App.
What is the difference between SpeechLive AI Speech Recognition and SpeechLive Legal AI Assistant?
Speech Recognition converts spoken words into text. Legal AI Assistant uses the information in audio and supporting sources to create structured legal documents from a selected custom legal template. SpeechLive Legal AI Assistant provides both, with the original audio retained for human review and approval.
What is the best on-premise legal speech recognition software?
Dragon Professional v16 is the best on-premise option. It provides real-time dictation, personal vocabulary, Auto-Texts, advanced commands, application navigation and single-speaker recorded-audio transcription. Dragon Professional v16 can also be integrated with SpeechExec Dictation and Transcription workflow solutions for background speech recognition and third-party review and correction.
Can VoiceX help migrate our legal team from Dragon?
Yes. VoiceX can assess your existing Dragon environment, identify user and application requirements, and advise you on the best options for your firm. VoiceX can also arrange trials and provide end-user training for authors and support staff, with ongoing support tailored to your requirements.
VoiceX Legal Speech Recognition Specialists
Let VoiceX help you find the best legal speech recognition for your firm.
Tell us what your lawyers dictate, where they work and how documents are reviewed. We will recommend the right combination of speech recognition, Legal AI, implementation, training and support.