{"id":14416,"date":"2025-08-22T04:20:29","date_gmt":"2025-08-22T04:20:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/?p=14416"},"modified":"2026-04-27T10:34:38","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T10:34:38","slug":"law-firm-crm-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Law Firm CRM Guide: Features, Pricing &#038; Top Tools"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Client relationship management is a challenge for any business or firm irrespective of the industry or vertical.<\/p>\r\n<p>Law firms, particularly, need to maintain good client relationships because their business depends on it.<\/p>\r\n<p>Managing client communications and relationships requires a lot of resources. This is where a <b>law firm CRM<\/b> can help.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n<p>This legal CRM software can vastly improve case management and client relationship management and make handling large volumes of paper documentation easy.<\/p>\r\n<p>If you run a legal clinic or a law firm, then you know how easy it is to lose track of information in piles of paperwork unless you deploy a client intake software for law firms.<\/p>\r\n<p>Client follow-ups and communication also take a significant amount of coordination.<\/p>\r\n\n            <script>\n                var EhAPI = EhAPI || {}; \n                EhAPI.after_load = function() {\n                    EhAPI.set_account('ktb76s1540fl2hnhbqnrtd2npb', 'our');\n                    EhAPI.execute('rules');\n                };\n                (function(d, s, f) {\n                    var sc = document.createElement(s);\n                    sc.type = 'text\/javascript';\n                    sc.async = true;\n                    sc.src = f;\n              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id=\"What_Is_a_Law_Firm_CRM\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\">What Is a Law Firm CRM?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#What_Is_a_Law_Firm_CRM\" >What Is a Law Firm CRM?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Why_Does_Every_Law_Firm_Need_a_CRM_Software\" >Why Does Every Law Firm Need a CRM Software?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Legal-Specific_vs_General_CRMs_Whats_Right_for_Your_Firm\" >Legal-Specific vs General CRMs: What\u2019s Right for Your Firm?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#When_a_Legal-Specific_CRM_Fits_Best\" >When a Legal-Specific CRM Fits Best<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Security_for_Legal_CRM_encryption_audit_trails_access_controls\" >Security for Legal CRM (encryption, audit trails, access controls)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#When_a_General_CRM_Makes_More_Sense\" >When a General CRM Makes More Sense<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Quick_Decision_Checklist\" >Quick Decision Checklist<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#i\" >&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Benefits_of_Using_a_CRM_for_Lawyers\" >Benefits of Using a CRM for Lawyers<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Manage_Client_Relationships_Better\" >Manage Client Relationships Better<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Handle_Your_Staff_Members_Efficiently\" >Handle Your Staff Members Efficiently<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Manage_All_Documents_Digitally\" >Manage All Documents Digitally<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Analyze_Overall_Performance_of_Your_Law_Firm\" >Analyze Overall Performance of Your Law Firm<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#How_to_Choose_the_Right_CRM_for_Your_Legal_Services_Firm\" >How to Choose the Right CRM for Your Legal Services Firm?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Budget\" >Budget<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Vendor_Reputation\" >Vendor Reputation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Integration\" >Integration<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Law_Firm_CRM_Evaluation_Checklist\" >Law Firm CRM Evaluation Checklist<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Checklist\" >Checklist&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Expanded_evaluation_add_%E2%9C%85%E2%9D%8C_and_notes\" >Expanded evaluation (add \u2705\/\u274c and notes)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Intake_Onboarding\" >Intake &amp; Onboarding<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Compliance_Risk\" >Compliance &amp; Risk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Matter_Management\" >Matter Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Calendars_Communication\" >Calendars &amp; Communication<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Time_Billing_Trust\" >Time, Billing &amp; Trust<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Automation_Productivity\" >Automation &amp; Productivity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Reporting_Analytics\" >Reporting &amp; Analytics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Integrations_API\" >Integrations &amp; API<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Security_Data_Protection\" >Security &amp; Data Protection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Usability_Support_Costs\" >Usability, Support &amp; Costs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Scoring_Template\" >Scoring Template<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#10_Best_CRM_For_Law_Firms\" >10 Best CRM For Law Firms<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#1_EngageBay\" >1. EngageBay<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Main_Claim\" >Main Claim<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Pros\" >Pros<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Cons\" >Cons<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#2_Clio_Grow\" >2. Clio Grow<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Main_Claim-2\" >Main Claim<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Pros-2\" >Pros<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Cons-2\" >Cons<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#3_Lawmatics\" >3. Lawmatics<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Main_Claim-3\" >Main Claim<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Pros-3\" >Pros<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Cons-3\" >Cons<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#4_HubSpot\" >4. HubSpot<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Main_Claim-4\" >Main Claim<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Pros-4\" >Pros<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Cons-4\" >Cons<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#5_MyCase\" >5. MyCase<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Main_Claim-5\" >Main Claim<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Pros-5\" >Pros<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Cons-5\" >Cons<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#6_PracticePanther\" >6. PracticePanther<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Main_Claim-6\" >Main Claim<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Pros-6\" >Pros<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Cons-6\" >Cons<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#7_Insightly\" >7. Insightly<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Main_Claim-7\" >Main Claim<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Pros-7\" >Pros<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Cons-7\" >Cons<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#8_SugarCRM\" >8. SugarCRM<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-62\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Main_Claim-8\" >Main Claim<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-63\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Pros-8\" >Pros<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-64\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Cons-8\" >Cons<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-65\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#9_Smokeball\" >9. Smokeball<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-66\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Main_Claim-9\" >Main Claim<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-67\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Pros-9\" >Pros<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-68\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Cons-9\" >Cons<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-69\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#10_Keap_Infusionsoft\" >10. Keap (Infusionsoft)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-70\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Main_Claim-10\" >Main Claim<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-71\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Pros-10\" >Pros<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-72\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Cons-10\" >Cons<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-73\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-crm-guide\/#Wrap_Up_Which_CRM_Suits_Your_Law_Firm_the_Best\" >Wrap Up: Which CRM Suits Your Law Firm the Best?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\r\n<p>A <b>law firm CRM <\/b>(customer relationship management) tool or software is a suite of applications that helps you manage all your client relationships and interactions.<\/p>\r\n<p>A<a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/\"> CRM system<\/a> streamlines all essential processes: you can document potential clients and current clients, store paperwork, organize and manage your staff, track business growth, and more.<\/p>\r\n<p>Given the volume of data a law firm deals with on a daily basis, it\u2019s critical to invest in a platform where all data can be stored for each practice area, covering all aspects of business development.<\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Does_Every_Law_Firm_Need_a_CRM_Software\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\">Why Does Every Law Firm Need a CRM Software?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>A CRM software has a straightforward goal &#8211; improve your processes and build stronger client relationships.<\/p>\r\n<p>In fact, about<a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/1154732\/use-of-legal-tech-in-law-firms-and-in-house\/\"> 84% of law firms<\/a> saw an increase in their overall work efficiency using legal technology.<\/p>\r\n<p>Whether you are a <b>small law firm<\/b> or a large one, using a CRM tool is a must.<\/p>\r\n<p>Law firms are responsible for keeping track of a lot of paperwork &#8211; client intake, contact information, invoicing details, past conversations, and emails.<\/p>\r\n<p>Even if you run a small firm, your staff can still struggle with managing it all.<\/p>\r\n<p>Every law firm needs easy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/crm\/contact-management-software\">contact management<\/a>, streamlined team collaboration, effective and quick communication with clients, and tech aid for productivity enhancement.<\/p>\r\n<p>You can use different software applications for each of those.<\/p>\r\n<p>OR,<\/p>\r\n<p>Use a <b>CRM for your law firm.<\/b><\/p>\r\n<p>This can be a single platform to keep a tab on your legal team\u2019s tasks, improve communication with your clients and your team, and store all your legal documents on a cloud safely.<\/p>\r\n<p>Maybe the system you have currently works for your legal firm. But what about the long-term?<\/p>\r\n<p>When your legal firm grows, so does your client base. Let\u2019s look at a few benefits of a legal CRM software.<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #339966;\"><b><i><span style=\"color: #008000;\">EngageBay can be your free-forever<\/span> <\/i><\/b><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/crm\/contact-management-software\"><b><i>contact management software<\/i><\/b><\/a><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><b><i>, with automation features and 360-degree client views.<\/i><\/b><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14400 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/PROSPECTS-CROP.gif\" alt=\"CRM Convert Prospects\" width=\"1337\" height=\"696\"><\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Legal-Specific_vs_General_CRMs_Whats_Right_for_Your_Firm\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\">Legal-Specific vs General CRMs: What\u2019s Right for Your Firm?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>Picking a CRM often comes down to one question: do you need <em data-start=\"124\" data-end=\"138\">law-specific<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/support\/setup-workflow\">workflows<\/a> out of the box, or would a <em data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"185\">general<\/em> CRM with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/marketing\/marketing-automation-software\">strong automation<\/a> cover you (plus a few legal add-ons)?<\/p>\r\n<p>Here\u2019s a crisp, side-by-side to help you decide.<\/p>\r\n<table>\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>Dimension<\/th>\r\n<th>Legal-Specific CRM&nbsp;<\/th>\r\n<th>General CRM&nbsp;<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Core workflows<\/td>\r\n<td>Built for legal intake \u2192 matter creation \u2192 time\/billing \u2192 trust\/IOLTA; conflict checks, matter pipelines, court calendaring are typical.<\/td>\r\n<td>Lead\/contact management, sales pipelines, tasks, email\/SMS marketing, sequences\/automation; no native legal accounting.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Billing &amp; trust accounting<\/td>\r\n<td>Native or tightly integrated legal billing and trust accounting to support compliance.<\/td>\r\n<td>Invoicing\/quotes via generic tools or integrations; trust accounting usually not included.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Intake &amp; client portal<\/td>\r\n<td>Legal intake forms, e-sign, client\/matter portals designed for attorneys.<\/td>\r\n<td>Forms, meeting links, generic portals; can be adapted but not legal-specific.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Compliance &amp; risk<\/td>\r\n<td>Conflict checks, role-based visibility, audit trails aligned to legal practice needs.<\/td>\r\n<td>Standard CRM permissions; conflict checks require custom process\/integrations.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Marketing &amp; BD<\/td>\r\n<td>Usually \u201cgood enough\u201d (email, basic funnels); some platforms are stronger here than others.<\/td>\r\n<td>Typically stronger marketing automation, segmentation, and reporting across the full client lifecycle.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Setup speed<\/td>\r\n<td>Faster for law workflows; less customization to be \u201cpractice-ready.\u201d<\/td>\r\n<td>Faster for general sales\/marketing; legal workflows require tailoring.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Total cost<\/td>\r\n<td>Subscription plus (sometimes) add-ons; value is highest when you\u2019ll use matter + billing + trust together.<\/td>\r\n<td>Often lower entry cost (free\/low tiers) and broad features; may add costs for legal-specific integrations.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1981\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_a_Legal-Specific_CRM_Fits_Best\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">When a Legal-Specific CRM Fits Best<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"2307\">\r\n<li data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"2089\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1984\" data-end=\"2089\">You need <strong data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2073\">trust\/IOLTA accounting, conflict checks, matter timelines, and legal billing<\/strong> in one place.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2207\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2207\">You want <strong data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2129\">intake \u2192 matter creation<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"2134\" data-end=\"2151\">client portal<\/strong> workflows to work day one with minimal customization.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2307\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2210\" data-end=\"2307\">Your risk posture requires <strong data-start=\"2237\" data-end=\"2274\">purpose-built compliance features<\/strong> (auditability, ethical walls).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"70\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Security_for_Legal_CRM_encryption_audit_trails_access_controls\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">Security for Legal CRM (encryption, audit trails, access controls)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"153\">Protect client data with non-negotiables that satisfy bar rules and privacy laws:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"945\">\r\n<li data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"245\">\r\n<p data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"245\"><strong data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"172\">Encryption:<\/strong> TLS 1.2+ in transit and AES-256 at rest; segregate client\/matter data.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"386\">\r\n<p data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"386\"><strong data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"268\">Access controls:<\/strong> SSO\/SAML with MFA, IP allowlisting, least-privilege roles, field-level permissions, and matter-level ethical walls.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"387\" data-end=\"501\">\r\n<p data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"501\"><strong data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"406\">Auditability:<\/strong> Immutable audit logs for logins, views, edits, exports\u2014searchable and exportable for audits.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"639\">\r\n<p data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"639\"><strong data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"531\">Compliance &amp; residency:<\/strong> Signed DPA\/BAA; GDPR\/CCPA alignment; SOC 2 Type II\/ISO 27001 attestations; regional data hosting options.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"747\">\r\n<p data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"747\"><strong data-start=\"642\" data-end=\"657\">Resilience:<\/strong> Daily backups, legal-hold\/retention controls, documented DR with clear RPO\/RTO targets.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"846\">\r\n<p data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"846\"><strong data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"777\">Client portal security:<\/strong> Secure file sharing, granular access, watermarking\/virus scanning.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"945\">\r\n<p data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"945\"><strong data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"863\">Assurance:<\/strong> Vendor breach-notification SLAs, routine pen tests, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.action1.com\/blog\/what-is-vulnerability-management\/?refid=lbaa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">vulnerability management<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"2309\" data-end=\"2348\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_a_General_CRM_Makes_More_Sense\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">When a General CRM Makes More Sense<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2756\">\r\n<li data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2485\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2485\">Your primary gaps are <strong data-start=\"2373\" data-end=\"2430\">lead capture, drip nurturing, and pipeline visibility<\/strong> (e.g., referral tracking, multi-channel follow-ups).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"2486\" data-end=\"2624\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2624\">You\u2019re comfortable <strong data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2551\">connecting billing\/accounting separately<\/strong> and building light legal workflows with custom fields and automations.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2756\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2627\" data-end=\"2756\">You want <strong data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2691\">robust marketing, reporting, and service automation<\/strong> spanning intake, consultations, and post-matter relationships.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"2758\" data-end=\"2786\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Decision_Checklist\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">Quick Decision Checklist<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"2787\" data-end=\"3207\">\r\n<li data-start=\"2787\" data-end=\"2893\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2789\" data-end=\"2893\">Do we require <strong data-start=\"2803\" data-end=\"2823\">trust accounting<\/strong> or <strong data-start=\"2827\" data-end=\"2846\">conflict checks<\/strong> inside the CRM? \u2192 Choose <strong data-start=\"2872\" data-end=\"2890\">legal-specific<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"2894\" data-end=\"2990\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2896\" data-end=\"2990\">Is <strong data-start=\"2899\" data-end=\"2944\">marketing automation + pipeline reporting<\/strong> our top priority? \u2192 Choose <strong data-start=\"2972\" data-end=\"2987\">general CRM<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3085\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2993\" data-end=\"3085\">Are we aiming for <strong data-start=\"3011\" data-end=\"3041\">fast, practice-ready setup<\/strong> with minimal admin? \u2192 <strong data-start=\"3064\" data-end=\"3082\">Legal-specific<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"3086\" data-end=\"3207\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3088\" data-end=\"3207\">Do we want <strong data-start=\"3099\" data-end=\"3143\">maximum flexibility and lower entry cost<\/strong> today, even if we stitch in billing later? \u2192 <strong data-start=\"3189\" data-end=\"3204\">General CRM<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><strong data-start=\"3211\" data-end=\"3227\">Bottom line:<\/strong> If your firm lives and dies by matters, trust compliance, and conflict management, a legal-specific CRM reduces risk and setup time.<\/p>\r\n<p>If your growth bottleneck is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/products\/marketing\">marketing<\/a> and pipeline orchestration, a general CRM can be more powerful (and cheaper to start), provided you\u2019re okay integrating legal billing and compliance workflows separately.<\/p>\r\n<blockquote>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong>TL;DR: If you need intake, e-sign, conflict checks, and trust accounting, choose a legal-specific CRM. If you want omnichannel marketing + sales automation at SMB prices, a general CRM (like EngageBay) fits.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"i\"><\/span>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<table>\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>CRM<\/th>\r\n<th>Type<\/th>\r\n<th>Intake &amp; e-sign<\/th>\r\n<th>Client Portal<\/th>\r\n<th>SMS\/Texting<\/th>\r\n<th>Notable Legal Features<\/th>\r\n<th>Pricing (from)<\/th>\r\n<th>Best for<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Clio Grow<\/td>\r\n<td>Legal<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>Add-ons<\/td>\r\n<td>Intake, templates, reminders<\/td>\r\n<td>$49\/user\/mo<\/td>\r\n<td>Firms adding intake to Clio<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Lawmatics<\/td>\r\n<td>Legal<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>Automated intake, e-sign<\/td>\r\n<td>Contact sales<\/td>\r\n<td>Marketing-heavy firms<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>MyCase<\/td>\r\n<td>Legal<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>Trust accounting, billing<\/td>\r\n<td>$39\/user\/mo<\/td>\r\n<td>All-in-one practice mgmt<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>PracticePanther<\/td>\r\n<td>Legal<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>Time, billing, workflows<\/td>\r\n<td>$49\/user\/mo<\/td>\r\n<td>Growing firms<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Smokeball<\/td>\r\n<td>Legal<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>AutoTime, deep MS Office<\/td>\r\n<td>$49\/user\/mo<\/td>\r\n<td>Doc-heavy practices<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>EngageBay<\/td>\r\n<td>General<\/td>\r\n<td>Via forms + e-sign apps<\/td>\r\n<td>N\/A<\/td>\r\n<td>Yes<\/td>\r\n<td>Automation, sequences, lead scoring<\/td>\r\n<td>Free plan<\/td>\r\n<td>Intake + marketing automation<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Using_a_CRM_for_Lawyers\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\">Benefits of Using a CRM for Lawyers<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>Let\u2019s talk about the most obvious ones first.<\/p>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Manage_Client_Relationships_Better\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">Manage Client Relationships Better<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>Your first job is to keep your existing clients satisfied while also prospecting for new ones.<\/p>\r\n<p>It\u2019s important to structure the process of client intake to make sure that the paperwork isn\u2019t overwhelming or stressful.<\/p>\r\n<p>A legal CRM software can automate your client intake process and store it on a common dashboard.<\/p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;<br><iframe title=\"How to create email marketing sequences using EngageBay\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZbWQptjOFNU\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>How to Create Email Marketing Sequences Using EngageBay<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\r\n<p>A law firm <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/best-crm-tools\/\">CRM<\/a> can also help you keep your clients informed about any case updates and easily share legal paperwork with your clients.<\/p>\r\n<p>A CRM can greatly streamline client follow-ups and case management for specialized legal practices, especially in personal injury by improving communication and support, much like how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dmlawusa.com\/columbia\/car-accidents\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">auto accident lawyer<\/a> efficiently handles complex accident cases.<\/p>\r\n<p>For example, a <a href=\"https:\/\/verobeachinjury.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">car accident lawyer Vero Beach<\/a> often benefits from centralized client data and timely updates when handling fast-moving accident claims and related documentation.<\/p>\r\n<p>In fact, many legal CRM solutions have pre-defined templates and forms for maintaining just these relationships.<\/p>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Handle_Your_Staff_Members_Efficiently\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">Handle Your Staff Members Efficiently<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>When you are dealing with a large pool of employees or several people are involved in a single project, everyone must be on the same page.<br><iframe title=\"Generate Appointment Links - EngageBay\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/f8tq4GLTUlA\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>Generate Appointment Links \u2014 EngageBay<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">A CRM tool for law firms can give you a holistic view of your team\u2019s activities. Platforms like <a href=\"https:\/\/dmlawpartners.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">DM Law Partners<\/a> can further enhance this visibility by integrating Google Ads management tailored specifically for law firms.<\/p>\r\n<p>You can easily schedule tasks for your staff, organize tasks, by practice area, and get insights into their performance.<\/p>\r\n<p>A legal CRM software can also ensure your lawyers are not double-booked with different clients. With<a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/crm\/appointment-scheduling-software\"> appointment scheduling<\/a> and an in-built calendar, you can schedule team or client meetings without the need for any other app.<\/p>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Manage_All_Documents_Digitally\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">Manage All Documents Digitally<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>Many law firms are now shifting towards maintaining digital records of their clients.<\/p>\r\n<p>If your law firm is also aiming to be paperless, it\u2019s crucial to have an easily accessible portal for storing client data and using a <a href=\"https:\/\/legally.io\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">legal document creator<\/a> can make generating and managing digital documents far more efficient.<\/p>\r\n<p>Digitizing documents can be time- and resource-intensive, but a law firm CRM system, combined with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.checkbox.ai\/platform\/legal-intake-and-triage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">legal intake software<\/a> will be able to store and organize all paperwork securely.<\/p>\r\n<p>To further streamline digital document workflows, many law firms are also adopting <a href=\"https:\/\/onenotary.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">online notary solutions<\/a>. These platforms enable secure, remote notarization of legal documents, eliminating the need for in-person meetings and accelerating turnaround times. When combined with a CRM system, online notarization helps create a fully digital, end-to-end client experience.<\/p>\r\n<p>Furthermore, you will also save a lot of time and money. Even established firms like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawpoweredbywomen.com\/estate-planning-lawyer-sarasota-fl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Luhrsen Goldberg<\/a> can benefit from such systems to manage sensitive client files and case records with efficiency and confidentiality.<\/p>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Analyze_Overall_Performance_of_Your_Law_Firm\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">Analyze Overall Performance of Your Law Firm<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>Another significant advantage of a CRM for law firms is its ability to track the overall performance of your business.<\/p>\r\n<p>With legal CRM software, you can track your firm\u2019s performance across all areas of client service and relationship management.<\/p>\r\n<p>You can keep track of<a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/crm-metrics-you-should-be-measuring\/\"> various metrics<\/a> and every practice area, including how many clients have hired your services, how many cases were closed, and which sources or channels are working best for your legal firm\u2019s client intake.<\/p>\r\n<p>All this information can help you determine what needs to be improved in your case management.<\/p>\r\n<p>The best CRM systems would enable you to visualize the results of these analyses in the form of charts and graphics that are easy to understand.<\/p>\r\n<p>This way, you can spend more time on developing business development strategies instead of wasting time at manually tracking and analyzing business performance.<\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-75896 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/legal-intake-workflow-with-crm-1024x683.png\" alt=\"CRM-powered legal intake workflow from lead capture to ongoing case updates\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/legal-intake-workflow-with-crm-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/legal-intake-workflow-with-crm-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/legal-intake-workflow-with-crm-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/legal-intake-workflow-with-crm.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<blockquote>\r\n<p><a class=\"fasc-button fasc-size-large fasc-type-flat fasc-rounded-medium\" style=\"background-color: #33809e; color: #ffffff;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-marketing-ideas\/\">Read also: 13 Game-Changing Law Firm Marketing Ideas to Try<\/a><\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Choose_the_Right_CRM_for_Your_Legal_Services_Firm\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\">How to Choose the Right CRM for Your Legal Services Firm?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>Not every CRM system will meet your law firm\u2019s requirements.<\/p>\r\n<p>You need a legal CRM that fits right into your firm\u2019s budget and legal plus business needs.<\/p>\r\n<p>The right law firm CRM platform will add value to your business and make operations easy. If it doesn\u2019t simplify your law practice management, then it\u2019s not a good investment.<\/p>\r\n<p>When you invest in a client relationship management CRM, more than the features, you should focus on fulfilling your key objectives.<\/p>\r\n<p>Are you looking for a CRM software to<a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/lead-magnets-101\/\"> generate new leads,<\/a> or as a workflow management tool? Do you want your CRM to help improve communication with clients, track and enhance business revenues and operations or only store sensitive documents?<br><iframe title=\"Automations in EngageBay\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/n3noW41XzZw\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>Automations in EngageBay<\/strong><\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n<p>Once you figure out your firm\u2019s priorities, it\u2019s easier to shortlist a CRM software that is made for your core requirements.<\/p>\r\n<p>Here are a few other factors to consider:<\/p>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Budget\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">Budget<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>The whole purpose of using a law firm CRM solution is to increase efficiency and maximize your profits. If you\u2019re a small firm, then investing in an expensive CRM is not sustainable.<\/p>\r\n<p>The pricing of the CRM must be affordable and reasonable. It shouldn\u2019t burn a hole in your pocket.<\/p>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vendor_Reputation\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">Vendor Reputation<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>You will be establishing a long-term relationship with the vendor.<\/p>\r\n<p>Read their old testimonials and online reviews. Identify the pain points and check if those issues have been resolved.<\/p>\r\n<p>You can also check how engaged they are with their customer base, and how the customer service experience is.<\/p>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Integration\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">Integration<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>This might seem more like a feature, but the significance of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/integrations\/\">integration<\/a> can\u2019t be overstated. If your law firm CRM requires you to build custom integrations, you\u2019re at greater risk for security breaches and bugs.<\/p>\r\n<p>In-built integration of different automation modules enables you to easily manage the different practice areas of your legal firm, without having to shuttle between a dozen apps.<\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Law_Firm_CRM_Evaluation_Checklist\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\">Law Firm CRM Evaluation Checklist<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>Use this quick checklist to compare legal CRMs at a glance\u2014intake, compliance, billing, portals, and integrations\u2014so your firm can shortlist the right fit fast.<\/p>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"300\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Checklist\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">Checklist&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"307\" data-end=\"336\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Intake forms + e-signatures<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"360\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Conflict checks<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"394\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Matter notes &amp; chronology<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"425\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Role-based permissions<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"460\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Audit trails &amp; change logs<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"499\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Calendar sync (Outlook\/Google)<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"533\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Text\/SMS and call logging<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"562\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Secure client portal<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"593\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Reporting &amp; dashboards<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"633\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Open APIs &amp; native integrations<\/p>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"683\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Expanded_evaluation_add_%E2%9C%85%E2%9D%8C_and_notes\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">Expanded evaluation (add \u2705\/\u274c and notes)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"707\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Intake_Onboarding\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"707\">Intake &amp; Onboarding<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"764\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Online intake forms \u2192 auto-create contact\/matter<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"815\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> E-signature for retainers &amp; fee agreements<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"870\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Duplicate detection + referral\/source tracking<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"893\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Compliance_Risk\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"893\">Compliance &amp; Risk<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"962\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Conflict checking across contacts, related parties, entities<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"1037\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Role-based permissions (partners, associates, paralegals, vendors)<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1104\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Field-level or matter-level access controls; ethical walls<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1168\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Audit trails (who changed what &amp; when), exportable logs<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1191\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Matter_Management\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1191\">Matter Management<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1242\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Matter notes, timelines, and custom fields<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1294\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Task templates &amp; workflows by practice area<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1360\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Document automation (templates\/merge fields) + versioning<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1418\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Global search across matters, docs, emails, notes<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1449\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Calendars_Communication\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1449\">Calendars &amp; Communication<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1508\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Two-way calendar sync (Google\/Outlook) + reminders<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1568\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Text\/SMS with opt-in, templates, and matter linking<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1632\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Email tracking, templates, mail merge, and shared inbox<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1695\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Client portal (secure messaging, docs, status updates)<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1722\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Time_Billing_Trust\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1722\">Time, Billing &amp; Trust<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1774\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Time capture (manual, timers, or automatic)<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1830\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> LEDES LEDES-compatible billing; batch invoicing<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"1889\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Trust\/IOLTA handling with three-way reconciliation<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1943\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Online payments (cards\/ACH) with fee settings<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"1974\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Automation_Productivity\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"1974\">Automation &amp; Productivity<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"2031\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> No-code workflows (triggers, if\/then, reminders)<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2087\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Intake \u2192 matter creation \u2192 onboarding sequences<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2127\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Task SLA timers and escalations<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"2134\" data-end=\"2178\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Reusable email\/SMS templates and playbooks<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2205\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reporting_Analytics\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2205\">Reporting &amp; Analytics<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p data-start=\"2212\" data-end=\"2270\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Matter pipeline, utilization, realization, WIP, AR aging<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"2277\" data-end=\"2320\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Source\/ROI reports for marketing channels<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2376\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Custom report builder + scheduled email exports<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2400\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Integrations_API\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"2378\" data-end=\"2400\">Integrations &amp; API<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2486\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Native integrations (Word\/Outlook, Gmail, Drive\/OneDrive, e-sign, accounting)<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2548\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Open REST API &amp; webhooks; sandbox\/testing environment<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2612\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Data importers (CSV, legacy systems) with field mapping<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"2614\" data-end=\"2644\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Security_Data_Protection\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"2614\" data-end=\"2644\">Security &amp; Data Protection<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p data-start=\"2651\" data-end=\"2691\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Encryption in transit\/at rest; SSO\/MFA<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"2698\" data-end=\"2759\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Regional data hosting options; backups &amp; retention controls<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"2766\" data-end=\"2821\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> DPA\/BAA availability; audit &amp; compliance attestations<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"2853\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Usability_Support_Costs\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"2853\">Usability, Support &amp; Costs<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p data-start=\"2860\" data-end=\"2913\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Role-based onboarding, in-app guides, and templates<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"2920\" data-end=\"2973\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Live support SLAs, training library, migration help<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"2980\" data-end=\"3043\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Transparent pricing (users, matters, storage, texts, e-signs)<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"3050\" data-end=\"3103\"><input disabled=\"disabled\" type=\"checkbox\"> Contract terms, export rights, and data portability<\/p>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"3050\" data-end=\"3103\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scoring_Template\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">Scoring Template<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<table>\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th>Criterion<\/th>\r\n<th>Must-Have (Y\/N)<\/th>\r\n<th align=\"right\">Score (0\u20132)<\/th>\r\n<th>Evidence\/Notes<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Conflict checks<\/td>\r\n<td>Y<\/td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">&nbsp;<\/td>\r\n<td>&nbsp;<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Trust\/IOLTA + 3-way rec.<\/td>\r\n<td>Y<\/td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">&nbsp;<\/td>\r\n<td>&nbsp;<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Intake + e-sign<\/td>\r\n<td>Y<\/td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">&nbsp;<\/td>\r\n<td>&nbsp;<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Client portal<\/td>\r\n<td>Y<\/td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">&nbsp;<\/td>\r\n<td>&nbsp;<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Calendar sync<\/td>\r\n<td>Y<\/td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">&nbsp;<\/td>\r\n<td>&nbsp;<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Text\/SMS<\/td>\r\n<td>N<\/td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">&nbsp;<\/td>\r\n<td>&nbsp;<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Reporting &amp; dashboards<\/td>\r\n<td>Y<\/td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">&nbsp;<\/td>\r\n<td>&nbsp;<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>Open API\/integrations<\/td>\r\n<td>N<\/td>\r\n<td align=\"right\">&nbsp;<\/td>\r\n<td>&nbsp;<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Mark must-haves \u201cY,\u201d score each item 0\u20132 (0=absent, 1=basic, 2=robust), then total. Shortlists get a quick apples-to-apples comparison while keeping your page scannable and snippet-friendly.<\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-75893 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/law-firm-crm-evaluation-checklist-683x1024.png\" alt=\"Law firm CRM evaluation checklist: security, intake, portal, reporting, integrations\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/law-firm-crm-evaluation-checklist-683x1024.png 683w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/law-firm-crm-evaluation-checklist-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/law-firm-crm-evaluation-checklist-768x1152.png 768w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/law-firm-crm-evaluation-checklist.png 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Best_CRM_For_Law_Firms\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\">10 Best CRM For Law Firms<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>Let\u2019s look at the top ten legal <b>CRMs <\/b>that you can consider for your business.<\/p>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_EngageBay\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">1.<a style=\"color: #993300;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/products\/crm\"> EngageBay<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>EngageBay is flexible enough to suit the needs of a law firm.<\/p>\r\n<p>This all-in-one tool offers a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/products\/crm\"> <b>free CRM solution<\/b><\/a> integrated with marketing automation features, so lawyers can easily store, update, and track their contacts database, documents, and pending tasks, and delegate to the software the entire process of client intake and management.<\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14419\" src=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/image3.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"1366\" height=\"656\"><\/p>\r\n<p>EngageBay has an excellent user-friendly user interface (UI) since it is designed for small business owners with no tech skills.<\/p>\r\n<p>It can capture your leads from your website and prioritize them based on how well they respond to your emails or SMS, thanks to its AI-based<a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/crm\/predictive-lead-scoring\"> predictive lead scoring<\/a>. You can say goodbye to manual client intake.<\/p>\r\n<p>This powerful software can also automate all your<a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/marketing\/email-broadcast\"> email broadcasts<\/a>, email and SMS responses, task management, and service workflows.<\/p>\r\n<p>This all-in-one tool offers a free CRM solution integrated with marketing automation features, so <a href=\"https:\/\/www.virtuallatinos.com\/find-talent\/virtual-legal-assistant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">remote law professionals<\/a> can easily store, update, and track their contacts database, documents, and pending tasks, and delegate to the software the entire process of client intake and management.<\/p>\r\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Main_Claim\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\">Main Claim<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p>EngageBay aligns marketing, sales, and support teams around a single<a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/crm\/360-degree-customer-view\"> 360-degree view<\/a> of all clients. It offers custom fields to generate reports the way you\u2019d like to understand your business performance.<\/p>\r\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\">Pros<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Free to use forever<\/li>\r\n<li>Pre-designed email templates that can be customized easily<\/li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/marketing\/email-sequences\">Email sequences<\/a> to convert more leads<\/li>\r\n<li>Inline and popup forms to capture leads from your website traffic<\/li>\r\n<li>Free onboarding<\/li>\r\n<li>Integrated dashboard, unified solution<\/li>\r\n<li>Automation for executing all business tasks and sending out alerts\/updates<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\">Cons<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Not law firm-specific<\/li>\r\n<li>Limited email templates designs<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"12\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Clio_Grow\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">2. Clio Grow<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"14\" data-end=\"317\">Clio Grow is Clio\u2019s intake &amp; legal CRM that streamlines lead capture, online intake forms, e-signatures, scheduling, and pipeline tracking, then syncs new clients to Clio Manage. It also offers a lightweight website builder and Local Services Ads connections to help firms attract and convert prospects.<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"510\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Main_Claim-2\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"333\">Main Claim<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"510\">Purpose-built client intake + CRM that automates form capture, document generation, e-sign, and follow-ups\u2014available standalone or bundled with Clio Manage via Clio Complete.<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"520\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros-2\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"520\">Pros<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"828\">\r\n<li data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"610\">\r\n<p data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"610\">Online intake forms that map cleanly into matters; automated reminders and follow-ups<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"687\">\r\n<p data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"687\">Built-in e-signature and document templates for retainers\/fee agreements<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"763\">\r\n<p data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"763\">Pipeline view to track prospects by intake stage; lead source reporting<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"828\">\r\n<p data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"828\">Optional website builder and Google Local Services Ads tie-ins<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"838\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons-2\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"838\">Cons<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"981\">\r\n<li data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"903\">\r\n<p data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"903\">Intake\/CRM only\u2014legal billing\/accounting live in Clio Manage<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"981\">\r\n<p data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"981\">Features and pricing are separate from Clio Manage (best value when paired)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"996\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Lawmatics\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">3. Lawmatics<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1260\">Lawmatics is a legal-specific growth platform combining client intake, CRM, and robust marketing automation (email\/SMS journeys, segmentation), with a client portal, conflict checking, document automation, and built-in time, billing, and online payments (LMPay).<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1426\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Main_Claim-3\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1276\">Main Claim<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1426\">All-in-one intake + legal CRM + automation built to engage leads automatically and convert them with forms, scheduling, e-sign, and drip campaigns.<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1436\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros-3\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1436\">Pros<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1698\">\r\n<li data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1493\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1493\">Visual pipelines, custom fields, and conflict checks<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1567\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1567\">Drag-and-drop email automation with triggers\/logic; SMS\/MMS messaging<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1625\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1625\">Secure client portal for updates and document sharing<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1698\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1698\">Document automation + e-sign, plus time\/expense tracking and invoicing<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1708\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons-3\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1708\">Cons<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1844\">\r\n<li data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1784\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1784\">Broad feature set can require thoughtful setup to avoid over-automation<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1844\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1844\">Pricing is above general CRMs, reflecting its legal focus<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_HubSpot\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">4.<a style=\"color: #993300;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hubspot.com\/products\/crm?hubs_content=www.hubspot.com\/&amp;hubs_content-cta=nav-software-freecrm-c\"> HubSpot<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>HubSpot offers a free CRM system that helps you scale your legal business by standardizing your workflow and automating repetitive tasks like data entry. You can set up drip campaigns and schedule follow-ups with your clients.<\/p>\r\n<p>Its main purpose is to help companies generate more leads and nurture them by automating various marketing activities.<\/p>\r\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Main_Claim-4\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\">Main Claim<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p>On its dashboard, Hubspot gives you an up-to-the-minute view of your entire<a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/what-is-a-sales-pipeline\/\"> sales pipeline<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros-4\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\">Pros<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Includes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/email-marketing-tips\/\">email marketing<\/a>, sales, and service hubs all connected together<\/li>\r\n<li>Works as an easy point of entry for law firms that have never used a CRM<\/li>\r\n<li>Has a thriving community of users that provide active and reliable support<\/li>\r\n<li>Built-in analytics and reporting solutions with insights into various activities<\/li>\r\n<li>Can track client interactions across platforms<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons-4\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\">Cons<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>No law firm-specific functionality<\/li>\r\n<li>Best suited for smaller law firms<\/li>\r\n<li>Need to pay a monthly fee to access premium tools like Sequences and Prospects<\/li>\r\n<li>The pricing plan is not very flexible<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1856\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_MyCase\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">5. MyCase<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"2108\">MyCase covers the full client lifecycle\u2014lead capture, eSignature (included), legal CRM, client portal, workflow automation, calendaring, time &amp; billing, built-in texting, and payments through LawPay\u2014with trust accounting and three-way reconciliation.<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2238\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Main_Claim-5\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2124\">Main Claim<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2238\">End-to-end practice management with intake\/CRM, communications, and compliant billing\/payments in one platform.<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2248\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros-5\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2248\">Pros<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2493\">\r\n<li data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2315\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2315\">Custom intake forms that connect to cases; included eSignature<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2360\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2360\">Client portal and two-way text messaging<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2443\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2443\">LawPay payments and IOLTA-aware trust accounting with three-way reconciliation<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"2444\" data-end=\"2493\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2493\">Workflow and document automation across matters<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"2503\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons-5\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"2503\">Cons<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2648\">\r\n<li data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2588\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2506\" data-end=\"2588\">Deep billing\/accounting features are best realized after process standardization<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"2589\" data-end=\"2648\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2648\">Evolving suite and add-ons may introduce a learning curve<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"2651\" data-end=\"2669\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_PracticePanther\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">6. PracticePanther<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"2671\" data-end=\"2939\">PracticePanther is an all-in-one legal practice suite with case\/matter management, automated workflows, invoicing, native eSignature, two-way business texting, broad integrations (Gmail\/Outlook, Box\/Drive), and compliant trust accounting with three-way reconciliation.<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"2941\" data-end=\"3067\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Main_Claim-6\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"2941\" data-end=\"2955\">Main Claim<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p data-start=\"2941\" data-end=\"3067\">Automation-forward practice management that streamlines calendaring, billing, communications, and compliance.<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"3069\" data-end=\"3077\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros-6\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"3069\" data-end=\"3077\">Pros<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul data-start=\"3078\" data-end=\"3311\">\r\n<li data-start=\"3078\" data-end=\"3153\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3153\">Trust accounting with three-way reconciliation and IOLTA\/ABA safeguards<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"3154\" data-end=\"3195\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3156\" data-end=\"3195\">Native eSignature and two-way texting<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"3196\" data-end=\"3258\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3198\" data-end=\"3258\">Strong integrations for email, calendars, and cloud drives<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"3259\" data-end=\"3311\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3261\" data-end=\"3311\">Tagging and reporting for custom business insights<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"3313\" data-end=\"3321\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons-6\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"3313\" data-end=\"3321\">Cons<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul data-start=\"3322\" data-end=\"3434\">\r\n<li data-start=\"3322\" data-end=\"3384\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3324\" data-end=\"3384\">Rich options\/integrations can require admin time to tailor<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"3385\" data-end=\"3434\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3387\" data-end=\"3434\">Higher-tier features may sit behind upper plans<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Insightly\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">7.<a style=\"color: #993300;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.insightly.com\/crm\/\"> Insightly<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>Insightly CRM allows you to spend time on building relationships rather than focusing on data entry.<\/p>\r\n<p>Its key capabilities include lead routing, bulk email campaigns, and building complex<a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/marketing\/workflows\"> workflow<\/a> automation.<\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14420 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/image6-2.png\" alt=\"Insightly\" width=\"1024\" height=\"606\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/image6-2.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/image6-2-300x178.png 300w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/image6-2-768x455.png 768w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/image6-2-595xh.png 595w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p>You can link your existing database to map and better understand complex customer relationships.<\/p>\r\n<p>With business intelligence features, you can create beautiful data visualizations to discover insights that align with your business or service goals.<\/p>\r\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Main_Claim-7\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\">Main Claim<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p>This CRM can help build personalized brand experiences by reaching out to potential clients at the right time with the right message.<\/p>\r\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros-7\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\">Pros<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Tracks lead information with activity timeline of email marketing campaign source, phone calls, emails, etc.<\/li>\r\n<li>Builds and employs customized apps<\/li>\r\n<li>Captures and manages any dataset of leads<\/li>\r\n<li>Provides a personalized dashboard to track essential metrics<\/li>\r\n<li>Supports two-factor authorization and encryption of data in transit and at rest<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons-7\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\">Cons<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Troubled integration with third-party apps<\/li>\r\n<li>Not law-firm specific<\/li>\r\n<li>Can be considered expensive for its features<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_SugarCRM\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">8.<a style=\"color: #993300;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarcrm.com\/au\/solutions\/enterprise-on-premise\/\"> SugarCRM<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>SugarCRM provides enterprise-class CRM tools for deployment on-premises.<\/p>\r\n<p>This can be of use to large law firms. Large law firms may find this useful as the platform aims to improve internal collaboration as well as external outreach.<\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14421 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/image2-1.png\" alt=\"SugarCRM\" width=\"1024\" height=\"355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/image2-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/image2-1-300x104.png 300w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/image2-1-768x266.png 768w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/image2-1-595xh.png 595w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p>The solution offers a powerful reporting tool that can give you a chart view for 1,000 different metrics.<\/p>\r\n<p>Additionally,it helps create business processes that combine human tasks with automated aspects of the workflow.<\/p>\r\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Main_Claim-8\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\">Main Claim<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p>SugarCRM is a perfect solution for legal companies looking for maximum flexibility in customization.<\/p>\r\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros-8\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\">Pros<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>A cost-effective solution as compared to other enterprise law firm CRM solutions<\/li>\r\n<li>A highly versatile reporting system that helps with smart decision making<\/li>\r\n<li>Easily scalable for adding new users and new modules<\/li>\r\n<li>Highly customizable web interface<\/li>\r\n<li>Offers a rich, intuitive, and easy-to-use interface<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons-8\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\">Cons<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Not the best option for small- or- medium-sized law firms<\/li>\r\n<li>Has a steep learning curve<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"3437\" data-end=\"3449\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Smokeball\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">9. Smokeball<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"3451\" data-end=\"3731\">Smokeball emphasizes automatic time tracking (AutoTime), deep Microsoft Word\/Outlook integrations, a large automated legal-forms library, intake &amp; onboarding (conflict checks, e-sign), client portal, workflows, and compliant billing &amp; trust accounting\u2014plus optional AI assistants.<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"3733\" data-end=\"3868\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Main_Claim-9\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"3733\" data-end=\"3747\">Main Claim<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p data-start=\"3733\" data-end=\"3868\">\u201cSet-and-forget\u201d automatic time capture tied to matter activity, paired with powerful document automation and billing.<\/p>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"3870\" data-end=\"3878\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros-9\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"3870\" data-end=\"3878\">Pros<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul data-start=\"3879\" data-end=\"4134\">\r\n<li data-start=\"3879\" data-end=\"3953\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3881\" data-end=\"3953\">AutoTime captures activity automatically across Smokeball\/Word\/Outlook<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"3954\" data-end=\"4015\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3956\" data-end=\"4015\">Extensive automated forms library and document automation<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"4016\" data-end=\"4086\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4018\" data-end=\"4086\">Client portal, intake\/onboarding, conflict checks, and e-signature<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"4087\" data-end=\"4134\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4089\" data-end=\"4134\">Built-in trust accounting and online payments<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h4 data-start=\"4136\" data-end=\"4144\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons-9\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\"><strong data-start=\"4136\" data-end=\"4144\">Cons<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul data-start=\"4145\" data-end=\"4301\">\r\n<li data-start=\"4145\" data-end=\"4215\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4147\" data-end=\"4215\">Windows\/Microsoft-centric workflow may not suit browser-only teams<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"4216\" data-end=\"4301\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4218\" data-end=\"4301\">Auto-time benefits are maximized when the firm works primarily inside the ecosystem<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Keap_Infusionsoft\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #993300;\">10.<a style=\"color: #993300;\" href=\"https:\/\/keap.com\/?h=hv\"> Keap (Infusionsoft)<\/a><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>Keap aims to increase your sales by combining the functionality of CRM, marketing, and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/sales-automation-process-2020\/\"> sales automation<\/a> into a single platform.<\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12957\" src=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Keap-CRM-for-Restaurants.png\" alt=\"Keap-CRM system\" width=\"1952\" height=\"1327\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Keap-CRM-for-Restaurants.png 1952w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Keap-CRM-for-Restaurants-300x204.png 300w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Keap-CRM-for-Restaurants-1024x696.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Keap-CRM-for-Restaurants-768x522.png 768w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Keap-CRM-for-Restaurants-1536x1044.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Keap-CRM-for-Restaurants-595xh.png 595w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1952px) 100vw, 1952px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p>The platform makes it easy to migrate from your existing platforms that include ActiveCampaign, AWeber, ConstantContact, HubSpot, MailChimp, and Ontraport.<\/p>\r\n<p>This law firm CRM tool was formerly known as Infusionsoft.<br>Keap helps automate the whole process of capturing and converting leads by providing personalized experiences.<\/p>\r\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Main_Claim-10\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\">Main Claim<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p>Keap integrates with 1,000+ applications to help you manage your business in one place.<\/p>\r\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pros-10\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\">Pros<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Offers call support and has built-in guides on its platform for easy training<\/li>\r\n<li>Provides robust email tools to automate follow-up and close more deals<\/li>\r\n<li>Powerful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/law-firm-marketing-automation\/\">law firm marketing automation<\/a> tools that include A\/B testing and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/lead-scoring-model\/\"> lead scoring<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cons-10\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #666699;\">Cons<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Has a steep learning curve<\/li>\r\n<li>Has a bit messy user interface<\/li>\r\n<li>Can be expensive for a small law firm<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wrap_Up_Which_CRM_Suits_Your_Law_Firm_the_Best\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\">Wrap Up: Which CRM Suits Your Law Firm the Best?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>A law firm CRM streamlines all your legal service tasks on one platform.<\/p>\r\n<p>These include storing mountains of paperwork in one secure cloud space, coordinating with legal assistants and clients, and tracking your contacts for any new information.<\/p>\r\n<p>Searching for the 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If you\u2019re clear on the functionalities you require,you can easily filter through the options we\u2019ve given above.<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/app.engagebay.com\/signup\"><b>EngageBay<\/b><\/a> is the best free CRM solution for any legal firm.<\/p>\r\n<p>It enhances team communication and ensures that all your clients receive important updates on time, with minimal effort on your part. 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