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Find legal technology and law practice management insights, education, trends, and actionable takeaways to advance your firm.

January 29, 2024
The Ultimate Guide to Legal Billing Software
Efficiency and precision are the hallmarks of legal billing software. Having the right tools can make the difference in streamlined processes and faster collections. 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 […]

December 14, 2023
The 5 Biggest Game-Changers in Legal Accounting Software
Accounting is one of the most tedious and stressful parts of running a law firm. Thank goodness there’s technology to handle some of the most burdensome tasks. If you’ve already got a practice management application that handles your accounting, it is taking care of every task it possibly could? Is […]

December 4, 2023
5 Ways Legal Practice Management Software Optimizes Your Firm’s Finances
Strategic financial planning is essential to ensure firm stability and growth. Modern law firms need precise financial data to target opportunities to improve their bottom line and set them up for success, all of which can be accomplished with industry-leading law practice management software (LPMS). Here are five steps to […]

November 29, 2023
10 Steps To Help Law Firms Prepare For The End-Of-Year Audit
As the year’s end approaches, it’s time for law firms to close their books and start end-of-year audits. This annual task ensures that accounts are balanced and sets the stage for a financially sound start to the new year. However, this process can be stressful if your law firm doesn’t […]

November 7, 2023
How Personalized Automated Workflows Boost Law Firm Productivity
Agile, streamlined processes are what modern law firms need to effectively handle the full gamut of activities required to take a matter from client intake to paid in full. . Firms are under constant pressure to optimize their workflows, reduce manual errors, and maximize billable hours. Technology can address these […]

October 19, 2023
Key Optimization Features of Law Firm Management Software
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. But not all legal practice management […]

October 4, 2023
Strategic Law Firm Budgeting: 7 Steps for Stability + Growth
Written by Robin NeillMore and more law firms are recognizing how important it is to manage themselves like a business to survive in today’s competitive market. Businesses operate with efficiency, strategic planning, and a keen eye on the bottom line — principles that law firms can adopt to enhance their […]

September 21, 2023
Why Law Firms Struggle With Budgeting and Why Budgets Matter
Written by Robin Neill Law firms, like any other business, need to have a firm grip on their finances to thrive and grow. Yet many law firms struggle with budgeting and other tasks that help their firm run like a well-oiled machine. In this article, the first in our new […]

September 14, 2023
How Our LMS Accelerates Law Firm Software Adoption
Written by Carson Bailey, M. Ed. 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. However, introducing new software […]

September 12, 2023
It’s Time to Make the Switch From PCLaw to Centerbase
Many law firms have relied on PCLaw for years, but it’s becoming increasingly clear that this aging software falls short of meeting the evolving needs of modern law practices. PCLaw is sunsetting and won’t be migrating to the cloud, and this summer, the company suggested that users should transition to […]

August 22, 2023
How to Maximize Training for New Law Firm Software
Written by Carol Patterson

July 28, 2023
A Guide to Enhancing Matter Profitability for Law Firms
Written by Carol Patterson

July 17, 2023
How to Boost Practice Area and Location Profitability
Written by Carol Patterson

July 3, 2023
How to Increase Timekeeper Profitability With Profitability Reporting
Written by Carol Patterson

June 14, 2023
How to Increase Law Firm Profitability
Written by Carol Patterson

May 31, 2023
Attracting and Retaining Legal Administrative Talent
Executive directors and legal administrators play a crucial role in the smooth operations of a law firm. They wear many hats, ensuring organization, facilitating communication, balancing accounts, and scheduling dockets, among many other things. They’re the drivers behind the business of law making sure that nothing slips through the cracks. […]

May 17, 2023
4 Things Law Firms Should Offer to Attract Legal Talent
Attracting and retaining top legal talent is critical in today’s competitive market. A team of top attorneys gives your firm a competitive edge and ensures your firm will continue to impress clients with quality legal work. In this article, we’ll cover four ways to attract (and retain) top legal talent, […]

April 28, 2023
Key Compliance Challenges That Law Firms Face — and How to Solve Them
Compliance is a priority for law firms. And legal software can be a key tool in helping you meet your firm’s compliance requirements. In this article, we’ll cover major compliance issues that law firms need to monitor and solutions that can reduce your risks. What online compliance risks does my […]

April 14, 2023
Online Client Payments: A Law Firm's Guide to Compliance
Almost nine in ten Americans use some form of digital payment. It’s no wonder, then, that law firm clients expect to be able to make payments online. Not only does this make handling bills easier and faster for your clients, but it’s also good for your law firm’s cash flow. […]

March 27, 2023
How to Deliver a Client Experience That Recession-Proofs Your Law Firm
For many law firms, the “client experience” is simply about results: if lawyers win a case or close a deal, they consider that a positive experience. Resolving a problem is offering good client service. There’s more to creating a great experience. Meeting basic client expectations for good service won’t be […]

March 7, 2023
How to Improve Internal Collaboration at Your Law Firm
The practice of law — even in a firm environment — is typically individualistic. The siloed nature of the practice of law can lead to duplicative work and bottlenecks. One key to making legal work more efficient and profitable is working together as a united front, and the best way […]

February 16, 2023
Recession-Proof Your Law Firm: Legal Tech and ROI
Law firms across the country are buzzing, and it feels suspiciously like 2008. The word “recession” is being whispered in hushed water-cooler conversations. Many firms are looking to optimize their operations and hunker down in anticipation of lean times. Weathering the storm will be challenging, but the law firms that […]

January 25, 2023
The Ins and Outs of Paid Online Advertising for Law Firms
Paid online advertising can be an important part of a law firm’s digital marketing strategy, and it yields results in both the short and long run. If you want to optimize your online reach in 2023, your law firm should be looking at its online presence through both organic and […]

January 10, 2023
4 Channels to Include in Your Law Firm's Digital Marketing Plan
As a law firm, building authority and a positive online reputation in the community are essential to strengthening your overall brand. Your digital marketing efforts should support just that — the overall position of your firm and its reputation. Plus, it’s all related. By emphasizing thought leadership and trust […]