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Discover effective billing practices and software solutions tailored for legal professionals. TimeSolv offers flexible billing options that ensure accuracy and ease, compatible with various devices and software. For only $29/user/month, you can enhance your time management, capture billable hours efficiently, and streamline billing processes. With professional custom invoices sent bi-weekly, improve client engagement and cash flow while presenting a polished legal image. Transition to flat fee structures where applicable to simplify billing for routine legal issues.
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Software • Choose and purchase a billing software package • Comparison chart:http://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/migrated/tech/ltrc/charts/pmtbchart.authcheckdam.pdf
I chose TimeSolv Legal • Flexible options for accurate and easy billing • Compatible with other software • Comprehensive accounting and management • Mobile device compatible (iPhone, Blackberry, Windows Mobile, Palm) • $29 per user per month with annual plan (includes set-up and training)
Training is key • Older Attorneys need to become comfortable with the system • Attorneys will be encouraged to use the timing features to capture billable time as they work • Automatically captures time spent on phone calls and email
Results • More billed hours from accurate time keeping • Frees up legal assistant to do more productive tasks • Promotes better communication with clients • Better management of client trust accounts and more immediate cash flow
Invoices and Communication • Create a custom invoice that is: • Professional • Attractive • Accurate • Detailed
Invoices will be sent out every two weeks • Keeps clients engaged • Bills are smaller because of the shorter time period • We realize sooner if a client will not pay bills and stop doing work for that client
Result • Happier clients • Higher collection rate on billed hours • Better cash flow • Enhanced professional image
Fee Structure • Move towards flat rates wherever it’s possible • Simpler legal issues get a flat rate • Consumer clients • Some business clients, depending on the job • Avoid contingency fees when possible