

Hybrid hearings
Since March 2020 we have facilitated over 1,800 virtual and hybrid hearings globally, spanning more than 5,900 sitting days with participants from 100+ countries.
Overview
Hybrid hearings offer parties in dispute a more flexible and cost-effective way of conducting proceedings, especially where participants may be in multiple international locations. In a hybrid hearing, groups of participants will typically join from different physical locations such as a courtroom, law firms' offices, and other spaces – referred to as ‘hubs’. In addition to the cost savings from reduced travel, it also allows law firms and their clients to adopt more sustainable litigation and arbitration practices to minimise their carbon footprint.
Our unique multi-award-winning solutions are specifically designed to deliver a rich experience tailored for every participant and hub location, fully managed and supported by our world-class services team.

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Our approach
Fully managed, integrated solution
Our solutions combine our secure, cloud-based technology with our world-class services to offer a unique seamless experience. As a fully managed offering, we will do the heavy lifting, so you can focus on achieving the best possible outcomes for your clients.
Flexible and tailored approach
We have facilitated thousands of hearings in 90+ countries and can adapt to each set of circumstances. Our technology and services are flexible and are always tailored to meet your specific requirements.
Dedicated support
Each case is supported by a dedicated team of specialists. You will work with an assigned project manager, case manager and virtual hearing manager who will support you at every stage to ensure a seamless transition through each phase of the case.
Peace of mind
Our technical delivery team and your dedicated virtual hearing manager will test all components comprehensively. They will check every connection and offer individual support to each speaking participant to ensure everything runs smoothly during the hearing.

Solutions
Opus 2 Hearings
Our unique, secure cloud-based solution delivers a flexible, end-to-end offering that is tailored to meet your specific hybrid hearing requirements.
Learn more about Opus 2 Hearings
Why Opus 2?
Unparalleled expertise
We are pioneers in the use of technology in dispute resolution hearings and have served thousands of law firms and their clients globally. We are dedicated legal technology experts who understand the rigours, demands and nuances of legal practice.
Experienced, best-in-class teams
We work only with the best court reporters in the industry. Our dedicated in-house technical and hearing delivery teams have years of experience in setting up connected hearing rooms and supporting remote access to proceedings.
Intuitive cloud-based software
Developed in close partnership with lawyers worldwide, our software reflects and complements how lawyers work already. Our cloud-based solutions work on most browsers and there is no need to download or install additional software.
Trustworthy and secure
We are an ISO:27001 certified organisation, committed to the security of your data: all the top 50 international law firms and many of the largest companies in the world trust Opus 2 to store and manage their information.
“In the cases I’ve been involved with that have included virtual or hybrid hearings facilitated by IDRC and Opus 2, I’ve found the [Virtual Hearing Manager] to be extremely useful as it allows me to concentrate purely on the case in hand, and not be distracted by the technology.”
Simon Gault, Arbitrator
Trusted by legal teams around the world
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Partners and integrations

IDRC

Maxwell Chambers

BAILII
