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BigLaw Standard Deliverables

Every redline produces the same deliverable package that top law firms provide to their clients. No more, no less—exactly what’s expected in professional legal practice.

The 3-File Standard

These three files are always generated with every redline:

Redline DOCX

Word document with tracked changes See every modification clearly marked. Insertions, deletions, and formatting changes are all visible.

Clean DOCX

Final version without markup The negotiated version with all changes accepted. Ready for signature or further negotiation.

Blackline PDF

Archival PDF version A locked, email-safe format perfect for sending to counterparties or archiving in your records.

Additional Reports

For legal documents and when applicable, you also receive:

Change Summary

A concise overview of all modifications:
# Document Change Summary

**Generated:** 2024-01-15T10:30:00Z
**Document Type:** NDA
**Original File:** Acme-NDA-v1.docx

## Executive Summary

This NDA has been modified with 12 changes across 3 sections.
The primary changes relate to the confidentiality period and
permitted disclosures. Two medium-risk items were identified.

## Change Statistics

| Metric        | Count |
| ------------- | ----- |
| Total Changes | 12    |
| Additions     | 8     |
| Deletions     | 3     |
| Modifications | 1     |

## Changes by Section

### Section 2: Confidential Information

- Extended definition to include "derivative works"
- Added carve-out for publicly available information

### Section 4: Permitted Disclosures

- Added exception for regulatory requirements
- Clarified notice requirements

Risk Report

When risks are detected (see Risk Detection):
# Risk Analysis Report

**Overall Risk Score:** 45/100
**High Risk Items:** 0
**Medium Risk Items:** 2

## Flagged Items

### 1. Confidentiality Duration
**Risk Level:** Medium
**Section:** Section 5

Duration extended from 3 years to 5 years post-termination.

**Recommendation:** Confirm this extended period is
commercially acceptable.

### 2. Return of Information
**Risk Level:** Medium
**Section:** Section 6

Added requirement to certify destruction in writing.

**Recommendation:** Verify compliance process can meet
this new requirement.

File Naming Convention

Your files follow a professional legal naming pattern that mirrors BigLaw standards:
[Document Name] - [Type] (v[N]) [YYYY-MM-DD].[ext]
FileName FormatExample
Redline DOCXRedline - [Name] (v[N]) [Date].docxRedline - Acme NDA (v1) 2026-01-04.docx
Clean DOCXClean - [Name] (v[N]) [Date].docxClean - Acme NDA (v1) 2026-01-04.docx
Blackline PDFBlackline - [Name] (v[N]) [Date].pdfBlackline - Acme NDA (v1) 2026-01-04.pdf
Issues ListIssues List - [Name] (v[N]) [Date].docxIssues List - Acme NDA (v1) 2026-01-04.docx

Version Tracking

When you request multiple rounds of changes in the same chat, version numbers automatically increment:
RoundFiles Generated
1stRedline - Contract (v1) 2026-01-04.docx, Clean - Contract (v1) 2026-01-04.docx
2ndRedline - Contract (v2) 2026-01-04.docx, Clean - Contract (v2) 2026-01-04.docx
3rdRedline - Contract (v3) 2026-01-04.docx, Clean - Contract (v3) 2026-01-04.docx
We use “Redline” for the working copy with track changes and “Blackline” for the static comparison PDF, aligning with standard BigLaw terminology.

What Each File Contains

Redline DOCX

  • Native Word track changes format
  • Works with standard Word “Accept/Reject Changes” workflow
  • Compatible with all major document management systems
  • Preserves all original formatting
Use case: Review changes, negotiate with counterparty, internal approval

Clean DOCX

  • All changes accepted, no markup
  • Ready for execution
  • Maintains document formatting
  • Can be further edited if needed
Use case: Final signature version, further negotiation rounds

Blackline PDF

  • Locked format prevents accidental editing
  • Shows redlines in PDF format
  • Suitable for email transmission
  • Archival quality for records retention
Use case: Send to counterparty via email, document archiving, regulatory files
  • Executive overview for senior review
  • Statistics on additions, deletions, modifications
  • Changes organized by section
  • Quick reference for approval decisions
Use case: Partner review, client communication, internal sign-off

Risk Report (When Applicable)

  • Detailed risk analysis of changes
  • High/medium/low risk classification
  • Specific recommendations per flagged item
  • Checked area status overview
Use case: Risk committee review, senior counsel attention, compliance review

What Makes Our Deliverables Different

Consistent Quality: Every deliverable meets the same standard, regardless of document complexity or volume.
Complete Package: You get everything needed for the next step—no need to generate additional versions manually.
Validated Content: Every file has passed multi-pass validation before delivery.
Ready for Use: Files are immediately usable in your workflow without additional processing.

Next Steps