JUPUS

JUPUS is a German legal-tech company that provides an AI-powered platform to automate workflows for law firms, focusing on the client intake process. Founded in 2022 by René Fergen and Jannis Gebauer, the Cologne-based startup aims to address the shortage of skilled legal assistants and increase law firm efficiency. Fergen, a law graduate, experienced the industry's lack of digitalization firsthand and was motivated to develop a solution to automate repetitive, time-consuming administrative tasks. Gebauer serves as the company's CTO.

The company's core product is an AI secretariat that manages the entire client intake workflow, from the initial contact to creating a complete digital file. The platform features an AI chatbot for websites that proactively engages visitors, identifies the legal issue, and gathers case-specific information. It handles client communication, administrative tasks, appointment scheduling, and the drafting of legal documents such as powers of attorney and fee agreements. The system is designed to pre-filter inquiries, allowing firms to assess whether a case is lucrative and fits their profile. By combining client communication, case preparation, and document drafting into a single platform, JUPUS enables law firms to save a reported average of 40 working hours per month, with projections to exceed 100 hours by 2026.

JUPUS operates on a B2B SaaS model, charging a monthly per-user fee along with a basic platform fee. Its services are primarily aimed at small to medium-sized law firms in Germany. The software integrates with existing legal practice management software, allowing for seamless case file creation with a single click. The platform also includes features for structured document uploads with automatic PDF conversion and GDPR-compliant digital signatures.

The company has secured significant funding to support its growth and product development. After an initial pre-seed round of €1.3 million from High-Tech Gründerfonds (HTGF) and business angels, JUPUS raised €6.5 million in a seed funding round in May 2025, led by Acton Capital. Hundreds of law firms across Germany were reportedly using the platform as of mid-2025.

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