Replacement Guide

How to Build Your Own mycase

Replace mycase with a custom build. Cloud-based legal practice management software for law firms.

Weekend Project
49 features30 integrationsOne weekend

Estimated Timeline

Based on 49 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.

1
Setup & scaffolding
2 hours
2
Core features
4-6 hours
3
Polish & deploy
2 hours

Recommended Tech Stack

Next.js 14

Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components

Supabase

PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions

Tailwind CSS

Utility-first styling for rapid UI development

Key Features to Replicate

Top features across 8 categories. See all 49 features

Billing(10 features)

Automatic Invoice RemindersPremium

Send automatic payment reminders to clients for outstanding invoices.

Client Retainer Management

Track retainer balances and automatically deduct time and expenses from retainers.

Expense Categories

Customizable expense categories for detailed tracking and reporting.

Expense Tracking

Record and categorize case expenses for accurate billing and cost management.

Invoicing & Billing

Automated invoicing with time entries, flat fees, and contingency matter support.

+5 more in this category

Administration(7 features)

Activity Feed

Real-time log of all actions and changes within cases for audit and accountability.

Advanced Search

Powerful search functionality to quickly locate cases, documents, and contacts.

Dashboard CustomizationPremium

Create personalized dashboards with widgets for quick access to key metrics.

Multi-Office SupportPremium

Manage multiple office locations with separate or consolidated reporting capabilities.

Role-Based Access Control

Granular permission settings to control what each team member can access and modify.

+2 more in this category

Case Management(5 features)

Calendar & Deadline Tracking

Integrated calendar with deadline reminders and automatic deadline calculations for critical dates.

Case Management

Organize and track all case information, deadlines, tasks, and milestones in one place.

Matter Lifecycle Tracking

Track cases from intake through closure with automated status management.

Matter TemplatesPremium

Pre-configured matter templates with predefined tasks, documents, and workflows.

Task Management

Create, assign, and track tasks with priority levels and completion status monitoring.

Client Management(5 features)

Client FeedbackPremium

Gather client satisfaction feedback and survey responses directly in the platform.

Client Portal

Secure portal allowing clients to view case status, documents, and communicate with their attorney.

Conflict of Interest CheckingPremium

Automated system to check for potential conflicts before taking on new clients.

Contact Management

Centralized database of clients, opposing counsel, judges, and other professional contacts.

Intake Forms

Customizable client intake forms to streamline the initial client information collection process.

Document Management(5 features)

Client Documents

Secure document sharing and storage specifically for client-shared files.

Document AssemblyPremium

Merge client data into templates to auto-generate documents with correct information.

Document e-SignaturePremium

Electronically sign documents with full audit trail and compliance features.

Document Management

Centralized storage and organization of case documents with version control and access permissions.

Legal TemplatesPremium

Library of customizable legal document templates for common practice areas.

Communication(3 features)

Client Communication

Secure messaging system for direct communication between attorneys and clients.

Email Integration

Automatic email capture and organization linked to cases and contacts.

SMS NotificationsPremium

Send SMS alerts to clients about upcoming appointments and status updates.

Customization(3 features)

Client Portal Branding

Customize client portal appearance with your firm logo and color scheme.

Custom FieldsPremium

Add custom fields to cases, contacts, and other records to match your firm's workflow.

White-Label PortalPremium

Customize the client portal with your firm's branding and colors.

Reporting(3 features)

Compliance ReportingPremium

Generate compliance reports required by bar associations and regulatory bodies.

Data Export

Export case data and reports in multiple formats for external analysis.

Financial Reporting

Comprehensive reports including revenue, expenses, aged receivables, and profitability analytics.

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying mycase

Monthly$99/mo
Yearly$1.2k/yr
5-Year Total$5.9k

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~4 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 YearSave $948
SaaS
$1.2k
DIY
$240
3 YearsSave $2.8k
SaaS
$3.6k
DIY
$720
5 YearsSave $4.7k
SaaS
$5.9k
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 49 features at very easy complexity.

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