Clause and Precedent Management Software
XpressDox Clause Manager gives your firm a controlled, structured way to manage, reuse, and govern clauses — directly within Microsoft Word.
The Challenge of Unstructured Clause Management
Clauses are often spread across documents, folders, and individual workspaces. Over time, this creates confusion, duplication, and unnecessary effort.
Duplicate clauses everywhere
The same clause exists in multiple versions across teams
Unclear what is approved
No confidence in which wording is current or correct
Time lost searching
Lawyers spend too long finding and checking clauses
Knowledge stays hidden
Valuable drafting expertise remains buried in documents
A Structured, Governed Approach to Clause Management
Bring your clauses into a single, controlled environment so your team always works with the right content.
One source of truth for all clauses
Clear ownership and approvals in place
Consistent language across matters
Works directly in Microsoft Word
Take Control of Your Clause Library
Standardise drafting, reduce risk, and turn your clause library into a trusted, governed asset.
Clause Library
Store all approved clauses in one central place
Clause Categories
Organise clauses by practice are and document type.
Clause Variants
Manage different versions of the same clause
Clause Ownership
Assign responsibility for maintaining each clause
Clause Preview
Review clause content before inserting
Clause Search
Find clauses using simple keyword search
Short Codes
Quickly locate commonly used clauses
Tags
Classify clauses for easy filtering and retrieval
Work Directly in Microsoft Word
Keep everything within the drafting environment your team already uses.
Word Integration
Access and insert clauses directly in Word
Clause Editor
Create and edit clauses with full Word formatting
Insert Clause
Add clauses in the correct position
Variables
Insert dynamic placeholders for key data points
Conditional Logic
Automatically adjust wording based on inputs
Drafting Notes
Provide internal guidance and instructions
Replace Clause
Swap clauses quickly when needed
Clause Formatting
Apply correct numbering and structure automatically
Preserve Formatting
Maintain original formatting without rework
Clause Sets
Insert multiple clauses in one action
Controlled, Governed, and Built to Reuse
Ensure every clause is accurate, approved, and easy to reuse, while capturing valuable drafting knowledge across the firm.
Version history
Track all changes with full visibility
Matter-based reuse
Store negotiated clauses for future use
Approvals & governance
Control what becomes firm standard
Clause submission
Enable users to propose new content
Guidance links
Connect clauses to best practice and training
Audit trail
Monitor usage and updates across the firm
Secure and Control Access
Protect sensitive content and manage permissions.
User Permissions
Control who can view, edit, and approve
Confidential Clauses
Restrict sensitive or client-specific content
Compliance Tracking
Maintain full visibility for governance
Access Restrictions
Limit access by jurisdiction or team
Designed for Productivity
Make clause management simple and efficient for every user.
Simple Interface
Easy to use with minimal training
Favourite Clauses
Save commonly used clauses
Recent Clauses
Quickly access recent clauses and precedents
Clause Preview Panel
View clause details before use
Built for How Your Team Already Drafts
Open your document in Microsoft Word
Search and preview approved clauses
Insert clauses instantly with correct formatting
Apply automated logic where needed
Maintain consistency across the entire document
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See Clause Manager in action
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No new systems. No disruption. Just a better way to work.
Turn Your Clause Library into Structured Knowledge
Your clause library should be more than a collection of text, it should be a governed knowledge system.
With XpressDox, you can:
- Organise clauses by practice area, jurisdiction, or matter type
- Define approved wording and fallback positions
- Assign ownership and accountability
- Track usage and evolution over time
This transforms your clause library into a long-term asset.
Confidence Built Into Every Document
Take Control of Your Clause Library
Bring structure, consistency, and control to your drafting process, without changing how your team works.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is XpressDox Clause Manager different from storing clauses in Word or a DMS?
Implementation time varies depending on your firm’s needs, but with our expert support, many firms are up and running within weeks. We ensure a smooth transition with minimal disruption to your workflow.