We’re the
business behind
the legal business
The law firm's operating system
Firms that want to run at their best use Needles. Our advanced case management solutions combine decades of legal expertise with powerful, intuitive software designed to help firms of all sizes resolve cases more efficiently and profitably than ever before.
Creating a case management powerhouse
In 2017, Needles was acquired by Assembly Legal, along with Trialworks, another long standing leader in the case management industry. The combination of Needles and Trialworks under a common roof has allowed Assembly Legal to build a world-class team while focusing significant resources on technology innovation for our customers. Because of our foundational strength, decades of experience, and ability to shape the industry’s future, Assembly Legal proudly stands apart from all other case management companies.
Meet the most experienced, most talented team in legal software solutions
Ryan Pakter, Chief Executive Officer
David Wagner, Chief Operating Officer
Jim Garrett, Chief Technology Officer
Don O’Leary, Chief Financial Officer
Bryan Billig, Head of Customer Education
Giorgio Garrido, Head of Commercial Strategy and Operations
Patrice Gimenez, Head of Customer Experience
Charles (Chuck) Hogarth, Head of Customer Support
John Kruthoffer, Head of Sales
Kate Reefe, Head of Marketing
Robb Steinberg, Head of Solutions Engineering (Trialworks Founder)
John-Brian Vyncent, Head of Professional Services
We’re building the next generation of legal software. Sound interesting? Get in touch.