# German judicial IT modernization initiatives

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/german-judicial-it-modernization-initiatives
> Updated: 2026-09-15T11:04:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The eJustice Innovation Alliance was established by seven partners, including IBM, virtual7, and mgm technology partners, to modernize the judicial system through digital transformation. The alliance focuses on improving electronic legal communication (ERV) and implementing electronic files (e-Akte) to create secure, scalable, and interoperable solutions for judicial administrations and citizens.

Following its formation, the alliance’s initiatives were presented at the 35th EDV-Gerichtstag in Saarbrücken. Key projects highlighted include the eIP electronic integration portal for digital case processing and GeFa, a specialist procedure intended to standardize digital case processing across Germany. Efforts are also directed toward developing the future judicial workplace, emphasizing efficient digital workflows for judges and legal professionals.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-15: virtual7 showcases digital justice initiatives at EDV-Gerichtstag

At the 35th EDV-Gerichtstag in Saarbrücken, virtual7 is showcasing digital justice initiatives, including the debut of the Justice Innovation Alliance and tools for unified digital case processing.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/virtual7-showcases-digital-justice-initiatives-at-edv-gerichtstag

### 2026-08-28: eJustice Innovation Alliance formed to modernize judicial IT

Seven partners, including IBM and virtual7, have formed the eJustice Innovation Alliance to modernize the judicial system through digital transformation and improved electronic legal processes.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ejustice-innovation-alliance-formed-to-modernize-judicial-it

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Cite as: German judicial IT modernization initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/german-judicial-it-modernization-initiatives
