Clio

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

When it comes to law firm billing, hourly billing is still a mainstay of the legal industry. But the billable hour is no longer the only option for law firms. Alternative fee arrangements (also known as AFAs) can fill gaps, complement your practice’s billing structure, and benefit your clients and firm.

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Rocket Matter

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

It’s a big whoops when that attorney washes their hands and the valuable billable time with it. But that’s just one small example of the hours of forgiven revenue that come with manual time-tracking, hurting your firm and your attorneys. Then, they open a separate client’s email and jot that down somewhere else.

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Lawmatics

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Legal software is technology specifically designed to assist legal professionals in managing the various aspects of their work – document management, case management, time tracking, billing, and more. Let’s look at some frequently asked questions about legal software: What are the Types of Legal Software?

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CaseFox

APRIL 4, 2023

As a legal professional, managing your billing process can be a daunting task, and without a proper law firm billing software, it can take up a significant amount of your time and effort. That’s where CaseFox comes in – a legal billing software designed specifically for legal professionals.

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Rocket Matter

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Poor cash flow is a problem that no law firm wants to have. For a law firm, client portals make it more likely that clients will pay their bills on time. For a law firm, client portals make it more likely that clients will pay their bills on time. The leading cause, though?

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Lawyerist

AUGUST 15, 2024

Web technologies, remote virtual assistance, and even AI have altered how clients find and interact with law firms, and when they expect to be able to do so. Reaching Prospects When and Where They’re Ready ZillaMetrics aims to eliminate the common pitfalls of law firm marketing, producing high-quality leads within a reasonable budget.

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Rocket Matter

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

These are those “sneaky” expenses that aren’t quite as easy to track because you won’t always receive receipts for them. For example, your firm uses electricity and paper clips for every matter, but your firm isn’t billed for them by the client. You should never spend more to accept legal matters than you make completing them.

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Centerbase

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Let’s face it: there isn’t enough time in the day for attorneys and staff to complete all the work that has to be done in a law firm. That’s why so many firms have turned away from manual processes toward law firm management software. Industry-leading law practice management software is different.

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Clio

OCTOBER 29, 2024

This is why legal docketing is top priority for any law firm that wants to succeed and avoid malpractice claims. Ready to streamline your legal docketing process? What is legal docketing? Legal docketing is the tracking and management of deadlines and events related to legal work.

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Lawmatics

APRIL 2, 2024

Choosing the best legal software for business billing depends on various factors such as the size of the firm, specific needs, budget, and preferences. Fortunately, comprehensive legal billing software for small firms can track billable hours, generate invoices, and manage client accounts efficiently.

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Attorney at Work

JULY 22, 2022

Save time in your work day with Rocket Matter legal practice management integrations. Managing legal matters can make you feel like you’re running around like a chicken with its head cut off. If that sounds familiar, it may be time to think about how to save time in your work day. Document Software and Storage.

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Centerbase

OCTOBER 17, 2024

By Paige Roncke, General Manager, Centerbase The legal industry is at a critical inflection point where law firms can no longer identify only as legal services providers. Law firms must also be data and technology companies in order to effectively compete in the market for long-term success.

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Centerbase

OCTOBER 31, 2024

By Debbie Foster, CEO, Affinity Consulting Group Moving Beyond Billable Hours Law firm profitability is often viewed in simplistic terms: the more billable hours attorneys log, the more profitable the firm becomes. This will help optimize profitability while maintaining a balanced workload across the firm.

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Clio

JUNE 24, 2024

As a law firm administrator, you’re likely involved in all phases of your firm’s administration, personnel, finances, facilities, and business systems. One of a law firm administrator’s most critical roles is managing the firm’s processes, systems, and technology.

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Centerbase

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Why Profitability Matters for Law Firms Profitability is one of the most critical measures of success for any law firm. Simply focusing on the standard math equation of revenue minus expenses equals profitability doesn’t always tell the full story of a firm’s financial health. Let’s take a look at where to start.

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Centerbase

MARCH 21, 2024

Here are the optimal features to look for in a document management solution that will take your law firm’s productivity to the next level. Advanced document search and retrieval Basic legal document management systems help law firms corral their information.

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Legal Tech Monitor

APRIL 17, 2023

My past Daily Record articles can be accessed here. ** The Legal Software Shift: Recent Report Highlights Efficiency and Flexibility Gains Technology is advancing at a rapid clip, and keeping up isn’t easy, especially when you’ve got a busy caseload to manage. Here is a recent Daily Record column.

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CaseFox

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Is your law firm bogged down with paper or lost files? Is your law firm struggling with managing various legal tasks? If the answer is yes, then it’s time to move on and embrace legal technology. You can reap various benefits by going digital and using technology like task management software.

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CaseFox

JUNE 21, 2023

The right law firm technology can be the perfect weapon for law firms. With the help of this law firm technology, firms can run more efficiently and manage their workflow seamlessly. Globally, according to the Kluwer Future Ready Lawyer Survey , 63% of law firms these days are embracing technology.

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Clio

MARCH 8, 2024

For centuries, the legal profession has stuck to time-honored practices and methodologies, relying heavily on established norms. However, as the world evolves at an exceptional pace, sticking to the status quo can slow progress, suppress innovation, and in the long term, cause your firm to leave money on the table.

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Centerbase

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

The legal landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by advancements in legal technology. Law firms continually seek ways to improve efficiency, streamline operations, and provide better client service — and that requires them to integrate new software into their daily workflows.

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Clio

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Starting a law firm gives lawyers the unique opportunity to take control of their careers, allowing them to choose clients, focus on preferred legal areas, and run their practice the way they want. However, without access to startup capital, many wonder: is it possible to start a law firm with no money?

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MatterSuite

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Microsoft itself says that 90% of Fortune 500 firms use Office 365 and lawyers work for those firms. Law firms, regardless of their size or specialty, rely heavily on technology to streamline their operations, enhance productivity, and provide top-notch legal services to their clients.

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MatterSuite

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Microsoft itself says that 90% of Fortune 500 firms use Office 365 and lawyers work for those firms. Law firms, regardless of their size or specialty, rely heavily on technology to streamline their operations, enhance productivity, and provide top-notch legal services to their clients.

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Centerbase

MAY 17, 2023

In this article, we’ll cover four ways to attract (and retain) top legal talent, with an emphasis on how legal technology can help you do both. Today’s top legal talent has high expectations: competitive pay, opportunities for professional development, a meaningful work/life balance, and leveraging advanced legal technology.

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Centerbase

JANUARY 29, 2024

But while most legal billing software can help you accomplish these goals, top-of-the-line legal billing tools go above and beyond with a comprehensive suite of features that transform the way your legal professionals handle your law firm billing. Transparent client billing Transparency builds trust.

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Lawmatics

JANUARY 16, 2024

As we look ahead to 2024, emerging dynamics like economic factors, talent retention, and technology adoption present potential profitability challenges for law firms. Small, midsized, and solo firms may be especially impacted due to their tighter margins. Provide ongoing training to staff to minimize write-offs.

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Simple Legal

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Your in-house legal team does have measurable KPIs, however. It is possible to track and report on your teams performance without access to in-depth data itll just take some extra legwork to collect and organize the information you have into an insightful report. For example, your in-house timesheets will reveal your top timekeepers.

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Rocket Matter

JANUARY 23, 2023

Does your legal solution boost your cash flow and save time? Upcoming Free Legal Webinar Optimizing Your Workflows for Better Cash Flows Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at 2 p.m. Identifying common areas where you can save time and create better outcomes. ET / 11 a.m. Tips to easily create workflows for your practice.

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CaseFox

AUGUST 13, 2023

This software will help you to break language barriers and reach a wider audience. It is time to switch to multi-lingual law practice management software. Today, 51% of lawyers and firms use law practice management software because this software makes the management process efficient.

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Attorney at Work

JULY 22, 2021

Today’s law firms need tools that eliminate busy work and keep teams focused on streamlined workflows and client outcomes and results. Over the last few years, there have been two distinct factors that have significantly impacted firms’ ability to do this successfully: 1. That’s Work Inspired. Margin Notes.

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Attorney at Work

JANUARY 18, 2022

Two trends in the legal market provide an answer: automation and utilization of legal technology and service providers. First, now is the time for rural practices to embrace automation. Other legal technology tools can help lawyers handle billing, time-tracking and case management.

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Clio

OCTOBER 17, 2024

When it comes time to retire, many lawyers can simply give notice to their employer or other partners. This is where solo law firm succession planning becomes critical. The solo lawyer who uses the right legal software can help their succession planning immensely. What is a succession plan for a solo law firm?

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Clio

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

In a crowded legal market, personal injury (PI) law firms need a strong online presence to ensure they stand out and connect with their potential clients. Search engine optimization (SEO) is an incredibly effective way to ensure your PI firm is visible to people searching for legal help after an accident or injury.

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Rocket Matter

JANUARY 10, 2023

While any change in how you operate your law office can feel overwhelming, there’s never been a better time to start migrating your office structures online. Big tech changed the game in how we run our everyday lives, so stay up to date with the latest available software solutions to keep clients happy. Get free e-book.

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Lawmatics

JANUARY 18, 2024

Legal billing is a fundamental aspect of the legal profession that ensures fairness, transparency, and accountability in financial transactions between attorneys and their clients. Legal software facilitates fair and accurate billing and plays a crucial role in supporting prompt payment for the delivery of quality legal services.

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Lawmatics

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Legal billing software is a type of legal software designed specifically for law firms and legal professionals to manage and automate the process of billing clients for legal services. Why is legal billing important? What is a legal billing system?

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