Tip of the Week: Contacts
TimeSolv allows users to save contacts under two different areas of the software – the matter level and the client level. If you save a contact under the client level, it will be applied to each matter that is created for that specific client. TimeSolv recommends users generally create contacts under the client level to…
Read MoreLegal billing software for solo practitioners
Starting a solo practice can be considered a lonely, daunting and expensive task. One of the foremost important things to remember is logging billable time immediately; the longer you wait, the more likely it is inaccuracies take place. The most efficient way to keep a tab on your hours is to use a time tracking…
Read MoreTen tips for increasing the profitability of your law practice
We talk about profitability a lot on this blog. That’s because it is vitally important to treat your law office like a business – a very unique business – but a business none-the-less. Your practice needs to earn profits in order to serve your clients and thrive among the countless number of law firms that…
Read MoreSpecialization and cross selling within your legal practice
For many small and mid-sized law practices, every dime is crucial. There’s no extra money to waste on ineffective marketing techniques and lost clients, it’s important to recognize the opportunities that exist within your current legal practice. This includes specialization and cross-selling. By implementing these tactics, you can better service your current clients while working…
Read MoreTip of the Week: Automate Trust payments
To save time and receive instant payments, TimeSolv allows users to create automated trust account payments. Not only are your payments made on time, they are processed through a secure online system. This week’s Tip of the Week shows you how you can increase your efficiency and cash flow by setting up auto-pay invoices from your…
Read MoreCloud billing for lawyers
Imagine running a web-based virtual law office. ‘Cloud-based’ means unremitting remote access to your data. There are innumerable ways in which remote access is useful for lawyers by having constant and secure access to important files and collaborative tasks. A large number of software companies offer software for lawyers that entail the appropriate tools on…
Read MoreTip of the Week: Using the Dashboard
Goals provide you with a direction and a destination, while systematically focussing your attention on the achievable. Setting personal goals and experiencing those achievements can be very motivating, and these accomplishments ultimately fuel your desire to continue to aim higher and meet those targets. The TimeSolv Dashboard is an incredible tool to help you increase…
Read MoreEight reports your law firm should run to increase profitability
How will know whether your law office is performing well if you never stop to examine its performance? Every business venture needs regular assessments in order to continuously strive and increase profits, and your legal practice is no different. Regular reporting helps you identify what’s working (so you can keep doing it) and what’s not…
Read MoreAvoiding these common complaints about legacy legal billing systems
Legal time tracking and billing systems are supposed to provide valuable assistance and resources to the attorneys who choose to invest in them. Unfortunately, far too many of the traditional legacy systems have failed to meet this expectation. From costly maintenance requirements to frequent technical issues, these systems have left countless attorneys frustrated and searching…
Read MoreBillable hours program
It is important to understand that without an efficient and intuitive software in place, imprecise timekeeping is bound to happen. Legal billing and project management software is designed with the necessary tools to help ease administrative and non-billable time burdens on your law firm. You can track time with a start and stop clock, or…
Read MoreYour template to efficient attorney time management and tracking
Successful attorneys value their time just as much as they value their money. So, they understand how important it is to use each hour of the day wisely, and accurately track those hours for proper billing and profit maximization. Unfortunately, there’s no one-size-fits-all process for meeting these goals. However, there are methods and tools that,…
Read MoreBack to school… Have your lawyers met their CLE requirements?
The summer is coming to an end and the kids are headed back to school, but they aren’t the only ones who require education and training. Why not use this time of year to review the Continuing Legal Education (CLE) requirements for members of your firm? You can ensure compliance, while also strategizing to determine…
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