About Lexis Defender
What is Lexis Defender?
Lexis Defender is an AI-powered legal assistant designed for people navigating the legal system without an attorney. It gives pro se defendants — people representing themselves — a single workspace for legal research, court document drafting, deadline tracking, and case strategy.
The platform is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Everything it produces is informational and educational. It is a tool to help you understand your situation, prepare your documents, and show up to court better prepared.
Who is it for?
Lexis Defender is built for people who:
- Received a traffic citation or criminal charge and are handling it themselves
- Cannot afford an attorney for a civil, small claims, or family matter
- Want to understand their case before meeting with legal counsel
- Need to draft a motion, letter, or filing on a tight timeline
- Are tracking probation conditions, deadlines, or court dates across multiple matters
How does it work?
After signing up, you describe your situation through a case intake form. Lexis Defender uses that context to tailor its AI chat responses, suggest relevant legal modules, and pre-populate document templates with your case details. You can ask questions, draft documents, run through court rehearsal simulations, and track important deadlines — all in one place.
The AI model is grounded in state court rules, procedural guides, and legal process information for each supported jurisdiction. Kansas is the primary launch state, with more states being added continuously.
What it is not
Lexis Defender is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Using it does not create an attorney-client relationship. The platform produces informational content and drafting assistance only. For advice specific to your legal situation, you should consult a licensed attorney in your state.
This distinction matters especially for serious criminal charges, custody disputes, immigration matters, and anything where the outcome significantly affects your life. Lexis Defender is a preparation and research tool — not a replacement for qualified legal representation.
State legal guides
In addition to the AI workspace, Lexis Defender publishes free plain-English legal guides organized by state and topic. These covers common situations like DUI court dates, bench warrants, probation violations, and expungement basics.
Pricing
Lexis Defender offers a free trial with 5 chat questions included — no credit card required. Paid plans start at $24.99/month and scale up based on usage volume and document output needs.
Contact and support
For questions about your account or subscription, use the help panel inside the dashboard. For general inquiries, visit our help center.
Disclaimer: Nothing on this website or within the Lexis Defender application constitutes legal advice. Lexis Defender is a technology platform, not a law firm. No attorney-client relationship is formed by using any part of this service. Always consult a licensed attorney for advice specific to your situation.