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Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about UseJunior's AI legal assistant. Learn about our email-native workflow, security certifications, pricing, and how we support legal document review for businesses of all sizes.

Getting Started

How does UseJunior work?

Forward your contract, term sheet, or legal document to UseJunior by email. Within minutes, you receive a clause-by-clause analysis with citations back to the source text — directly in your inbox. No software to install, no logins to manage.

Last verified: February 10, 2026

How do I review contracts in email?

Email your document to UseJunior with a brief instruction (e.g., 'Review this NDA against our standard terms'). UseJunior analyzes the document and replies with a structured breakdown — flagging deviations, missing clauses, and risk areas with direct citations to the source text.

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Do I need to install any software?

No. UseJunior is email-native. You send documents by email and receive analysis back in your inbox. It works with any email client — Outlook, Gmail, Apple Mail — on desktop or mobile.

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What types of documents can UseJunior review?

UseJunior reviews contracts, NDAs, vendor agreements, term sheets, stock purchase agreements, lease agreements, insurance policies, subcontractor agreements, and other legal documents. We support PDF, Word (.docx), and common document formats.

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How long does a review take?

Most reviews are returned within minutes. In one anonymized demonstration, UseJunior prepared an initial stock purchase agreement mark-up draft in 25 minutes. A supervising attorney then reviewed, revised, and approved the draft before it was sent. For context, legal teams may budget around 15 hours for first-pass SPA mark-up prep depending on deal complexity.

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Capabilities

Can UseJunior compare two versions of a contract?

Yes. Send both document versions to UseJunior and receive a summary of meaningful differences — highlighting what changed, what was added, and what was removed, with citations to both documents.

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Can UseJunior check a contract against a term sheet?

Yes. Forward both the contract and the term sheet. UseJunior verifies whether the contract accurately reflects the agreed terms and flags any discrepancies or missing provisions.

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Does UseJunior support custom playbooks?

Yes. You can provide your organization's preferred contract positions and review standards. UseJunior reviews incoming documents against your playbook and flags any deviations from your accepted terms. All plans include up to 6 custom playbooks.

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Can UseJunior generate redline markups?

Yes. UseJunior produces clean copy with redline markups showing suggested changes — currently in production and used by law firms for contract negotiation.

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Does UseJunior replace my lawyer or attorney judgment?

No. UseJunior accelerates the review process by surfacing issues, flagging deviations, and providing citations. It supports — not replaces — the judgment of your legal counsel. We recommend using UseJunior's analysis as a starting point for informed discussions with your attorney.

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Security & Trust

Is UseJunior secure?

Yes. UseJunior is SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001:2022 certified. Documents are encrypted at rest and in transit, with strict access controls and audit-ready practices designed for handling sensitive legal documents.

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Does UseJunior train on my data?

No. Your documents are never used to train AI models. We use your data solely to provide the document review service you requested.

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Where is my data stored?

Data is stored in secure cloud infrastructure with industry-standard encryption. We maintain controls that meet SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001:2022 requirements. Each customer's data is logically isolated.

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Can I request deletion of my data?

Yes. You can request deletion of your data at any time through our support channels. Document retention follows your subscription settings.

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Pricing & Plans

How much does UseJunior cost?

UseJunior offers three tiers: Starter ($250/mo for 5 documents), Professional ($500/mo for 15 documents), and Enterprise (custom pricing for unlimited documents). All plans include unlimited users, unlimited re-reviews, and up to 6 custom playbooks. Your first 3 contract reviews are free.

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Is there a free trial?

Yes. You can try UseJunior free with your first 3 contract reviews — no credit card required. This lets you experience the full workflow before choosing a plan.

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Industries & Use Cases

What industries does UseJunior serve?

UseJunior works across document-heavy industries including law firms, small businesses, construction, insurance, real estate, healthcare administration, and arbitration. Any business that regularly reviews contracts or legal documents can benefit.

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Can small businesses use UseJunior without a legal team?

Absolutely. UseJunior is designed to be simple enough for non-lawyers. Small business owners use it to review vendor contracts, lease agreements, and insurance policies — then share UseJunior's analysis with their attorney for more informed, efficient consultations.

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Technical

What AI models does UseJunior use?

UseJunior uses large language models (LLMs) applied specifically to legal document analysis. Our system is designed to provide citation-backed responses — every finding references the exact clause in your document so you can verify it yourself.

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Does UseJunior work on mobile?

Yes. Since UseJunior is email-based, it works on any device that can send and receive email — including phones and tablets. No app download required.

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AI for Contract Review

Can AI actually understand legal language in contracts?

Modern AI contract review tools are trained to recognize legal terminology, clause structures, and common contract provisions. UseJunior provides clause-level citations for every finding, so you can verify each result against the source text rather than taking the AI at face value.

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What should I look for when choosing an AI contract review tool?

Prioritize citation-backed analysis, enterprise security certifications like SOC 2 Type II, support for your document types, and a workflow that fits your team. UseJunior meets all of these criteria and works entirely through email, so there is no new software to learn.

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What are the limitations of using a general-purpose AI chatbot for contract review?

General-purpose chatbots can miss legal nuances, lack clause-level citations, and may not flag deviations from industry standards. Purpose-built tools like UseJunior are designed specifically for legal document analysis, providing structured findings with references to exact contract language.

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How is AI changing the way small businesses review contracts?

AI contract review tools are making professional-grade analysis accessible to businesses that cannot afford dedicated legal teams. With UseJunior, a small business owner can forward a contract by email and receive a detailed, citation-backed analysis in minutes — turning what used to require hours of attorney time into a quick email exchange.

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Are AI contract review tools reliable enough for important business decisions?

The best AI contract review tools provide citation-backed analysis you can verify against the original document. UseJunior references specific clauses in every finding so you can confirm the analysis yourself. It is designed to support — not replace — your legal counsel's judgment.

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How do AI contract review tools protect confidential business information?

Reputable AI contract review tools carry enterprise-grade security certifications. UseJunior is SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001:2022 certified, encrypts documents at rest and in transit, logically isolates each customer's data, and never uses documents to train AI models.

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Small Business Contract Review

How can a small business review contracts without an in-house lawyer?

Small businesses can use AI contract review tools to get professional-grade analysis before consulting an attorney. UseJunior lets you forward any contract by email and receive a structured review with flagged risks and citations — so when you do consult your lawyer, the conversation is faster and more focused.

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What is the fastest way to get a contract reviewed before signing?

Email-based AI contract review is one of the fastest options for most businesses. With UseJunior, you forward the contract and receive a clause-by-clause analysis within minutes. In one anonymized demonstration, UseJunior prepared an initial stock purchase agreement mark-up draft in 25 minutes, followed by attorney review and approval before external use.

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How do I know if a vendor agreement has terms that are bad for my business?

AI contract review tools can flag one-sided provisions, unusual liability terms, and deviations from market standards. UseJunior identifies these issues and cites the exact clauses, so you can see the problematic language yourself before signing.

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What should a small business owner check before signing a commercial lease?

Key areas include rent escalation clauses, maintenance responsibilities, early termination penalties, personal guarantee requirements, and insurance obligations. UseJunior can review a commercial lease by email and flag all of these — plus any non-standard provisions — with references to the specific lease language.

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Is AI contract review worth it for a company that only signs a few contracts a year?

Even a few contracts per year can carry significant risk — a single unfavorable clause in a lease or vendor agreement can cost thousands. UseJunior's Starter plan covers 5 documents per month at $250/mo, and the first 3 reviews are free so you can evaluate the value before committing.

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How do I protect my business when reviewing a subcontractor agreement?

Focus on scope of work clarity, payment terms, indemnification language, insurance requirements, and dispute resolution provisions. UseJunior reviews subcontractor agreements by email and flags risk areas with direct citations, giving you a clear picture of exposure before you sign.

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Comparing Contract Review Options

What is the difference between email-based and portal-based AI contract review?

Portal-based tools require you to log into a new platform, upload documents, and learn a new interface. Email-based tools like UseJunior work within your existing inbox — forward a document, get analysis back by email. There is no software to install and no learning curve for your team.

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How does AI contract review compare to hiring a contract attorney?

AI contract review is faster and less expensive for routine analysis, while attorneys provide judgment, negotiation strategy, and accountability. Many UseJunior customers use AI review as a first pass — receiving a structured analysis in minutes — then share it with their attorney for more focused, efficient consultations.

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Is AI contract review better than using free contract templates?

Templates give you a starting point for drafting, but they cannot analyze a contract you received from a counterparty. UseJunior reviews incoming documents clause by clause and flags deviations from standard terms — something a template cannot do.

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What makes a purpose-built AI contract review tool different from a general AI assistant?

Purpose-built tools are designed for legal document structure, terminology, and risk patterns. UseJunior provides clause-level citations, supports custom playbooks, outputs Word documents with tracked changes, and holds SOC 2 Type II certification — capabilities that general AI assistants do not offer.

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Do I need a legal background to use AI contract review software?

No. The best AI contract review tools are designed for business professionals, not just lawyers. UseJunior delivers analysis in clear language with direct citations, so anyone reviewing a contract can understand the findings and share them with legal counsel.

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Time Savings & ROI

How much time does AI contract review save compared to manual review?

AI contract review can significantly reduce first-pass mark-up prep time for routine documents. In one anonymized UseJunior demonstration, the initial stock purchase agreement mark-up draft was prepared in 25 minutes. Attorney review, revision, and approval then occurred before the document was sent externally.

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Can AI contract review reduce my company's legal spending?

Yes. By handling initial review and analysis, AI tools reduce the hours your attorney spends on routine document review. UseJunior customers use AI-generated analysis to have shorter, more focused conversations with legal counsel — saving billable time on both sides.

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How much does it typically cost to have AI review a business contract?

Pricing varies by provider and volume. UseJunior offers plans starting at $250/month for 5 documents, with all plans including unlimited users and re-reviews. The first 3 contract reviews are free with no credit card required, so you can evaluate the service before committing.

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What is the return on investment of using AI for contract review?

The ROI depends on your contract volume and current review costs, but even a single flagged clause can prevent losses far exceeding the subscription cost. UseJunior's Starter plan costs $250/month — less than a single hour of most attorneys' time — and covers 5 document reviews with unlimited re-reviews.

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Industry-Specific Contract Review

What is the best way to review construction contracts for risk?

Construction contracts carry unique risks around scope changes, payment terms, delay penalties, and indemnification. UseJunior reviews construction contracts — including subcontractor agreements and change orders — by email, flagging risk areas with citations to the specific contract language.

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How do real estate companies use AI to review lease agreements?

Real estate professionals forward lease documents to AI review tools to quickly identify non-standard provisions, compare terms across properties, and flag deviations from preferred positions. UseJunior handles lease reviews by email, delivering a structured analysis with clause-level citations that teams can act on immediately.

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Can AI help insurance companies review policy documents faster?

Yes. AI contract review tools analyze policy language, compare coverage terms across documents, and flag unusual exclusions or limitations. UseJunior processes insurance policy reviews by email and returns findings with direct citations to the policy text.

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How do small law firms use AI to handle contract review more efficiently?

Small law firms use AI contract review to handle higher document volumes without proportionally increasing headcount. UseJunior integrates into existing email workflows so attorneys can forward documents and receive citation-backed analysis without learning new software — keeping more time billable.

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Can AI review healthcare vendor agreements and service contracts?

Yes. AI contract review tools can analyze vendor agreements, service contracts, and administrative agreements common in healthcare. UseJunior reviews these documents by email with the same SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001:2022 security standards that regulated industries require.

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Workflow & Setup

How do I set up AI contract review for my team?

With email-based tools, there is virtually no setup required. UseJunior works through your existing email — team members simply forward documents and receive analysis in their inbox. There is no software installation, no training required, and the first 3 reviews are free.

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Can I forward a contract from my phone and get it reviewed by AI?

Yes. Email-based AI contract review works on any device that sends email. With UseJunior, you can forward a contract from your phone and receive the analysis right back in your inbox — no app download or portal login needed.

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How do I verify the findings from an AI contract review?

Look for tools that provide clause-level citations with every finding. UseJunior references the exact contract language for each issue it identifies, so you can quickly cross-check the analysis against the original document and confirm the results yourself.

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Can AI help me prepare for a contract negotiation?

Yes. AI contract review tools can identify leverage points, flag one-sided terms, and highlight deviations from market standards before you enter a negotiation. UseJunior's analysis includes citations to specific clauses, giving you a structured basis for requesting changes.

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