Litify

litify.com
Legal Tech
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Cloud-based legal practice management for modern law firms

How to Replace Litify

Overview

Litify is a comprehensive legal practice management platform built on Salesforce that streamlines matter management, time tracking, billing, and client communication. Designed specifically for law firms of all sizes, it eliminates manual processes and improves profitability through automation and intelligent insights.

Features

46 features across 14 categories

Analytics(8)

Advanced ReportingPremium

Customizable reports on billable hours, revenue, expenses, and firm metrics.

AI-Powered Matter InsightsAIPremium

Machine learning analysis of matter trends, risk factors, and profitability patterns.

Attorney Capacity PlanningPremium

View attorney utilization and availability to optimize matter assignments.

Matter Financials Dashboard

At-a-glance view of matter revenue, expenses, and profitability metrics.

Matter Profitability AnalysisPremium

Real-time insights into matter profitability with margin analysis and cost tracking.

Predictive BillingAIPremium

AI-driven forecasting of matter costs and completion timelines.

Unbilled Hours Dashboard

Visual tracking of unbilled time with alerts and productivity metrics by attorney.

Work-in-Progress ReportsPremium

WIP aging analysis and revenue recognition tracking for financial reporting.

Also in: Hugging Face, Notion, Smartsheet

Automation(3)

Client Onboarding WorkflowsPremium

Automated client intake processes with form capture and document collection.

Matter Templates

Pre-configured matter setups for common practice areas with automated task and deadline creation.

Smart Time EntryAIPremium

AI suggestions for task categorization and time entry based on historical patterns.

Also in: monday.com, Notion, Airtable

Billing(10)

Billing Rules EnginePremium

Flexible billing logic supporting hourly, fixed-fee, contingency, and alternative fee arrangements.

Bulk Time Entry ImportPremium

Import time entries from CSV or other sources for efficient batch processing.

Expense Tracking

Record and categorize case expenses with receipt management and client billing integration.

Invoice Customization

White-label invoices with custom branding, logos, and payment terms.

Invoice Management

Automated invoice generation with customizable templates and payment tracking.

Multi-Currency SupportPremium

Handle matters and billing in multiple currencies with automatic conversion.

Payment ProcessingPremium

Integrated payment gateway supporting credit cards, ACH, and checks for client invoices.

Retainer Management

Track client retainers with automatic deductions and low-balance notifications.

Time Tracking

Automatic and manual time entry with timer functionality and mobile app support.

Trust AccountingPremium

Compliant trust account management with ledger tracking and regulatory reporting.

Also in: Insightly, Airtable, Obsidian

Client Management(3)

Client Communication Portal

Branded client portal with secure messaging and document sharing capabilities.

Client Portal

Secure self-service portal enabling clients to view matters, documents, and billing information.

Contact Management

Unified contact database for clients, opposing counsel, judges, and third parties with relationship tracking.

Also in: mycase, Pilot Bookkeeping, Acuity Scheduling

Collaboration(1)

Matter Collaboration

Real-time collaboration tools allowing multiple attorneys to work on matters simultaneously.

Also in: Notion, Airtable, Obsidian

Communication(2)

Email Integration

Automatically capture and link emails to matters for seamless communication history.

SMS NotificationsPremium

Text message alerts for critical deadlines and task assignments.

Also in: Jobber, Jira, Insightly

Compliance(3)

Audit Trails

Complete record of all changes to matters, documents, and billing data for compliance.

Conflict CheckingPremium

Automated conflict of interest screening across client and matter databases.

GDPR Compliance ToolsPremium

Data privacy controls and consent management to support GDPR requirements.

Also in: Insider CDP, Airtable, 1Password

Core(2)

Calendar & Docketing

Integrated calendar system with automatic deadline calculations and matter-specific dates.

Matter Management

Centralized workspace for organizing cases, documents, and matter details with customizable workflows.

Customization(2)

Custom Fields & ObjectsPremium

Configure custom fields and objects to match firm-specific workflows and practice areas.

Matter Templates by Practice Area

Industry-specific templates for IP, real estate, employment, and litigation matters.

Document Management(4)

Document AssemblyPremium

Template-based document generation with conditional logic and data merge capabilities.

Document Management

Centralized document storage with version control, full-text search, and access permissions.

eSignature IntegrationPremium

Built-in electronic signature functionality for agreements and authorizations.

Matter Archival

Automated or manual matter closure with archive storage and compliance preservation.

Implementation(1)

Data Migration ServicesPremium

Professional assistance migrating data from legacy systems during implementation.

Integration(2)

Custom Integrations APIPremium

RESTful API for building custom integrations with third-party legal and business applications.

Zapier IntegrationPremium

Connect with 5000+ apps through Zapier for workflow automation without coding.

Productivity(4)

Deadline Alerts

Automated notifications for approaching deadlines with customizable alert rules.

Matter Cloning

Duplicate existing matters to quickly create new ones with same structure and settings.

Mobile App

Native iOS and Android apps for on-the-go time tracking, task management, and matter access.

Task Management

Create, assign, and track tasks with deadline alerts and dependency mapping.

Security(1)

Role-Based Access Control

Granular permission settings to control user access to sensitive client and firm data.

Pricing

Starter

$499/mo
  • Essential practice management for small firms

Professional

Popular
$999/mo
  • Complete practice management with advanced billing

Enterprise

$2499/mo
  • Full-featured platform with custom integrations

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Litify

Monthly$499/mo
Yearly$6k/yr
5-Year Total$29.9k

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~3 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 YearSave $5.7k
SaaS
$6k
DIY
$240
3 YearsSave $17.2k
SaaS
$18k
DIY
$720
5 YearsSave $28.7k
SaaS
$29.9k
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 46 features at very easy complexity.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Litify alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 46 features.

Buy Litify

Monthly cost$4,990/mo
3-year total$179,640
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Better Value
Development cost$24,000
Maintenance$360/mo
3-year total$36,960
Dev time~2 months

Building could save ~$142,680 over 3 years.

Estimates based on 46 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

28 known integrations