4 10
Some firms make use of an evergreen retainer when – as the trust balance is reduced – the client is asked to provide additional funds to bring the retainer back to a certain level. QuickBooks Online cannot do this automatically, which means the firm must constantly run reports and correspond with the client to request funds. […]
28 09
Quickbooks Online allows bank reconciliations at any time, but there is limited ability to lock down the data. If you are using a general accounting platform, though you can reconcile data to ensure all transactions are present, you must be careful they are properly coded (including the customer), as this is not automatic or necessarily […]
28 09
When it comes to accounting software, QuickBooks remains the go-to solution for many businesses. With the recent move to the cloud in the form of QuickBooks Online (QBO), more and more companies across industries are taking advantage of the program’s extensive on-demand capabilities for their business accounting needs. However, while many law firms continue to […]
19 09
It’s extremely important to understand how your credit card merchant provider handles processing fees. You know that these fees cannot be deducted from a trust account, but does your credit card processing company understand that? Find a merchant that understands the unique requirements a law firm is up against. Better yet, find a legal-specific merchant […]
15 09
As an attorney, you’re in possession of many different types of funds. You are also often possessing the fiduciary responsibility associated with those different types of funds, even when they technically are not yours. Make sure you understand and work inside a legal accounting system that ensures settlement funds, unearned income, and advances are all […]
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