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:Risk Report
When risks are detected (see Risk Detection):File Naming Convention
Your files follow a professional legal naming pattern that mirrors BigLaw standards:| File | Name Format | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Redline DOCX | Redline - [Name] (v[N]) [Date].docx | Redline - Acme NDA (v1) 2026-01-04.docx |
| Clean DOCX | Clean - [Name] (v[N]) [Date].docx | Clean - Acme NDA (v1) 2026-01-04.docx |
| Blackline PDF | Blackline - [Name] (v[N]) [Date].pdf | Blackline - Acme NDA (v1) 2026-01-04.pdf |
| Issues List | Issues List - [Name] (v[N]) [Date].docx | Issues 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:| Round | Files Generated |
|---|---|
| 1st | Redline - Contract (v1) 2026-01-04.docx, Clean - Contract (v1) 2026-01-04.docx |
| 2nd | Redline - Contract (v2) 2026-01-04.docx, Clean - Contract (v2) 2026-01-04.docx |
| 3rd | Redline - 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
Clean DOCX
- All changes accepted, no markup
- Ready for execution
- Maintains document formatting
- Can be further edited if needed
Blackline PDF
- Locked format prevents accidental editing
- Shows redlines in PDF format
- Suitable for email transmission
- Archival quality for records retention
Change Summary (Legal Documents)
- Executive overview for senior review
- Statistics on additions, deletions, modifications
- Changes organized by section
- Quick reference for approval decisions
Risk Report (When Applicable)
- Detailed risk analysis of changes
- High/medium/low risk classification
- Specific recommendations per flagged item
- Checked area status overview
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.

