Rocket Matter

rocketmatter.com
Legal Practice Management
Weekend Project

Cloud-based legal practice management for modern law firms

How to Replace Rocket Matter

Overview

Rocket Matter is a comprehensive legal practice management platform designed to streamline workflows for solo practitioners and small to mid-sized law firms. It combines time tracking, billing, case management, and client communication tools in a single cloud-based solution.

Features

49 features across 16 categories

Accounting(1)

Trust AccountingPremium

Manage client trust accounts with segregated accounting and compliance tracking.

Also in: Jobber, Melio, Lemonway

Analytics(3)

Flat Fee BudgetingPremium

Set budgets for fixed fee matters and track profitability in real-time.

Matter ProfitabilityPremium

Track profit margins and analyze case performance metrics.

Reporting & AnalyticsPremium

Generate custom reports on billable hours, revenue, and case status.

Also in: Hugging Face, Notion, Smartsheet

Billing(12)

Batch InvoicingPremium

Create and send multiple invoices at once for efficient billing cycles.

Billable Time RulesPremium

Set up firm-wide rules for time rounding and billable activity classification.

Billing Status Tracking

Monitor invoice status from creation through payment receipt.

Expense Tracking

Log and categorize case expenses with automatic reconciliation.

Fixed Fee BillingPremium

Set up and track fixed fee matters with milestone-based billing.

Hourly Rate Management

Define attorney rates by practice area and client with automatic billing.

Invoice CustomizationPremium

Create custom invoice templates with firm branding and terms.

Invoicing

Generate professional invoices automatically from tracked time and expenses.

Payment ProcessingPremium

Accept credit card and ACH payments directly through invoices.

Retainer ManagementPremium

Track retainer balances and automatic deductions as work is performed.

Time Tracking

Track billable hours with automatic timer and manual entry options.

Write-Down TrackingPremium

Document time write-downs and adjustments with reasons and approvals.

Also in: Insightly, Airtable, Obsidian

Case Management(1)

Case Management

Organize case documents, deadlines, and matter details in centralized workspace.

Client Communication(3)

Client Communication HubPremium

Centralize email, SMS, and in-app messaging with clients in one view.

Client PortalPremium

Provide secure client access to case documents and communication.

Client Portal CustomizationPremium

Customize client-facing portal with firm branding and document access rules.

Also in: Teamwork.com, ServiceTrade, Acuity Scheduling

Client Management(2)

Client Billing GroupsPremium

Organize clients into groups for managing billing preferences and terms.

Contact Management

Maintain detailed contact records for clients, opposing counsel, and vendors.

Also in: mycase, Litify, Acuity Scheduling

Compliance(3)

Conflict of Interest CheckingPremium

Search contacts and cases to identify potential conflicts.

GDPR CompliancePremium

Built-in compliance tools for GDPR and international data protection regulations.

Multi-Jurisdiction SupportPremium

Manage cases across different states with jurisdiction-specific rules.

Also in: Insider CDP, Airtable, 1Password

Customization(2)

Custom FieldsPremium

Create custom data fields for cases, contacts, and matters.

White Label OptionsPremium

Rebrand the platform with firm colors and logos for client-facing features.

Also in: monday.com, Obsidian, Smartsheet

Document Management(2)

Document AssemblyAIPremium

Auto-populate templates with case data to generate documents quickly.

Document Management

Store, organize, and search case documents with version control.

Documentation(1)

Knowledge BasePremium

Create internal wiki for firm procedures and best practices.

Integration(3)

Accounting ExportPremium

Export financial data in formats compatible with accounting software.

API AccessPremium

Build custom integrations using Rocket Matter's REST API.

Email Integration

Sync emails directly to cases and automatically track communications.

Mobile(1)

Mobile App

Access cases, time tracking, and documents from iOS and Android devices.

Notifications(1)

SMS NotificationsPremium

Receive urgent alerts via text message for case updates and deadlines.

Security(6)

2FA Authentication

Enable two-factor authentication for enhanced account security.

Audit TrailPremium

Track all changes to cases and documents with timestamps and user attribution.

Backup & Recovery

Automatic daily backups with disaster recovery capabilities.

Data Encryption

Bank-level encryption for data at rest and in transit.

Single Sign-OnPremium

Enable SSO with SAML 2.0 for enterprise authentication.

User Permissions

Set granular access controls based on attorney role and case assignment.

Team Management(1)

Staff Directory

Manage firm staff with role assignments and availability status.

Workflow(7)

Advanced Search

Search across all case data with filters, saved searches, and quick access.

Bulk ActionsPremium

Perform operations on multiple matters simultaneously for efficiency.

Calendar & Deadline Tracking

Manage court deadlines and important dates with automatic reminders.

Matter Status WorkflowPremium

Define custom case status stages and track workflow progression.

Matter TemplatesPremium

Pre-configured case templates with standard tasks and workflows.

Task Management

Create, assign, and track tasks with deadline notifications.

Workflow AutomationAIPremium

Create automated task sequences triggered by case events and milestones.

Pricing

Starter

$99/mo
  • Basic case and time tracking for solo practitioners

Professional

Popular
$249/mo
  • Full case management with advanced billing for small firms

Business

$499/mo
  • Complete suite with trust accounting and client portal

Enterprise

Contact Sales
  • Custom solution with unlimited users and white-label options

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Rocket Matter

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.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Rocket Matter alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 49 features.

Buy Rocket Matter

Better Value
Monthly cost$990/mo
3-year total$35,640
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

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

Buying Rocket Matter saves ~$1,320 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 49 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

29 known integrations