Getting excited about what Microsoft is doing doesn’t happen very often, but recently the tech giant did the entire legal profession a very big favor. They put the Office tools that you know and love on the cloud. And this one simple change to a familiar product is revolutionizing the way lawyers work. A Revolution? Yes. Here are 8 reasons … Read More
Tech Tip #84 – Secure Your Data in The Cloud
Many law firms move their practice management solutions into the cloud, but don’t think about the security of their data. Is it being backed up regularly? What type of encryption is being used? What type of user permissions can be set? Where are the vendor’s servers located? See why firms who use CosmoLex don’t need to worry about these questions … Read More
Why Are Firms Making The Switch To CosmoLex For Practice Management & Legal Accounting?
One of the things that I hear from lawyers on a consistent basis is that they want to find a way to run a more productive and competitive law firm. A firm’s practice management system can often be a critical piece in creating a competitive law firm. At CosmoLex we work with law firms looking to migrate their practice management … Read More
CosmoLex Announces New Release Highlighted By Office 365 Integration
New CosmoLex release promises to increase the productivity of users who also utilize Office 365. NORTH BRUNSWICK, NJ – November 2, 2016 – CosmoLex, a leading cloud-based, law practice management software provider, has announced their most recent product release and the enhancements associated with it. A new integration with the Office 365 suite of solutions is highlighted in this latest release. … Read More
Tech Tip #83 – Eliminate Errors Associated With Manual Timekeeping
Timekeeping isn’t fun, it isn’t easy, and it is an incredibly necessary component of running a successful law firm. The best way you can reduce the errors and time associated with legal timekeeping is to automate the process. Throw away your stopwatch and napkins and let your computer record your time, while you worry about taking care of your clients.Read … Read More
CosmoLex Events & Presentations | November 2016
It’s already November! CosmoLex has a busy month ahead — with a schedule full of events and presentations geared to get your law firm ready for the year-end and off to a good start in 2017. Wed November 2, 2016 CosmoLex Training Webinar: Adv. Accounting Functionality Time: 12:00-1:00pm ET Register: Click Here Notes: Whether you’re completing your CAP process or you … Read More
Tech Tip #82 – Migrating to The Cloud Can Be Easy
Many firms try to use general business accounting software to manage their firm even though it doesn’t meet their needs. They then continue to put off employing a legal-specific, cloud-based practice management system for fear that setup may take too long. The truth is you can implement CosmoLex at your firm in one day because it’s made for law firms … Read More
Tech Tip #81-Bill More Accurately With Passive Timekeeping
Tracking time is incredibly important for attorneys. If the time spent on a legal matter isn’t accurately recorded it can result in your firm losing money or a bad reputation for overbilling your clients. This can be easily corrected by automating timekeeping for your firm by employing passive timekeeping solutions. Ready to make the switch?Start a 10-day Free Trial of CosmoLexTry … Read More
Tech Tip #80 – Reconcile Credit Card Accounts
Law practices can often forget to reconcile credit card accounts. Firms used to only use credit cards for their business expenses, but it is becoming much more common for firms to use credit cards for matter expenses. You should have one credit card strictly for matter expenses. This card needs to be reconciled in the same way you would a … Read More
Benefits of Passive Timekeeping For Lawyers
Timekeeping is a necessary activity for all lawyers. Even lawyers working for flat fees or on a contingency basis should track their time to understand what case work is generating the best return for their practice. The problem is, as necessary as timekeeping may be, it can also be a great challenge. Many law firms and lawyers are beginning to … Read More