Solo Practitioners

Top-rated Law Practice Management Software for Solo Lawyers

You’re not just practicing law—you’re running your solo firm. Prioritize your clients and cases, and let Clio handle the rest.

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The solo law software that fuels success

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    Reclaim your day

    Simplify your work, so you can focus on what really matters—winning cases.

    Track every billable minute: Never miss an opportunity to capture revenue with intuitive time and expense tracking.

    Work from anywhere: Access your practice securely on desktop or mobile—whether you’re at the office, in court, or on the go. 

    Close more cases—faster: Generate templates, complete forms instantly, and securely store everything in one place using automated document management software.

    Ditch the juggling act: Integrate your favorite tools with Clio to keep everything connected—no more switching between systems. 

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  • Boost your revenue and get paid faster

    Every minute counts as a solo lawyer—spend less time on invoices and more on billable work.

    Simplify billing and payments: Complete bulk billing, automate the entire billing process, and set up payment reminders—so you can get it done faster without the hassle of chasing payments.

    Collect more, sooner: Offer clients flexible payment options, including easy online or in-person methods, to reduce delays and get paid faster. 

    Know what’s driving revenue: Stay on top of your firm’s finances with real-time and easy-to-understand financial reporting

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    Turn leads into loyal clients

    Attract clients, simplify intake, and deliver a seamless experience—all on your own.

    Manage leads with ease: Track new business opportunities and convert leads into loyal clients with Clio’s powerful legal client relationship management (CRM) software.

    Simplify client intake: Automate your intake process from from appointment scheduling, welcome emails, and document requests.

    Exceed client expectations: Delight clients with e-signatures, online portals, and flexible fee arrangements—ensuring you get what you need without the countless follow up.

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    A support system for solo lawyers

    Running your own firm can feel isolating, but with Clio, you’re part of a larger community that’s here to help you succeed.

    Connect and learn: Join a network of solo practitioners, attend Clio, and gain insights from industry leaders and expert advice tailored to solo practitioners.

    Access expert help: Get training, access to the Clio Academy, on-demand resources, and responsive support to tackle any challenge.

    Stay ahead: Access real-time insights and annual trends from the Legal Trends for Solo and Small Law Firms report to see what’s working for solos like you.

Solo Law Software FAQs

How can practice management software for solo law firms assist with increasing billing?

Solo lawyer software helps increase billing by setting you up to spend more time on billables and less time on administrative work. Features like Clio Payments also help streamline payment and collections, ensuring you get paid faster and collect more of what you bill. See how much your firm could save with Clio with this calculator.

How do I choose a solo law software?

The needs of solo lawyers differ from that of big law firms, and your law firm software should be designed with this in mind. Selecting the best law practice management software for solo lawyers is simple once you understand your specific needs. Because solo lawyers have limited time for chasing payments, choosing software with a powerful time and expense tracking feature is important. Solo law businesses may also prioritize automating other administrative duties to make more time for billable tasks. Thankfully, Clio’s software is also scalable, growing with you as your needs and your business expand. Book a live demo

What law practice management software is the best for a solo practice?

Clio is widely considered the leading case management solution with a rating of 4.5/5 or higher on G2 Crowd, SoftwareAdvice.com, Capterra, and Lawyerist. Our software is also trusted by over 150,000 legal professionals and approved by over 100+ bar associations and law societies worldwide. It is the go-to solution for solo lawyers thanks to integrating with tools you are using, billing automation, and improved collaboration, as well as outstanding customer support. Book a live demo

What is solo lawyer software?

Solo law practice management software is a platform to help independently working lawyers manage and organize their practice. From document storage to automated end-to-end billing, this software will help you focus on your clients and their needs while spending less time on administrative work. Book a live demo

What is the best legal software for solo lawyers?

The best legal software for solo lawyers saves them time and manual effort, allowing them to work smarter and focus on growing their firm, while at the same time reducing the risk of error and missed deadlines. Practice management software is key. Book a live demo

What software do solo law firms use?

Solo lawyers typically use a few different types of software to run their firms. Your chosen legal software suite is the central and most important piece of the tech stack, but lawyers also use accounting software, such as QuickBooks Online or Xero, document software such as Microsoft Word, and an email provider such as Microsoft Outlook or Gmail. Solo practitioners may also use tools like virtual receptionists or virtual assistants to help manage administrative work. For solo lawyers, it’s best if all your tools integrate and share case and contact information, to reduce workload and risk of error. The Clio App Directory has over 200 integrations to explore, so you can find out how it will integrate with the tools you are currently using.

How do I use solo lawyer software?

With Clio Academy, you have access to a free, flexible training program to help you with the onboarding process and any ongoing questions you may have. You can also speak directly to one of our friendly support staff via email, live chat, or phone 24/5. Book a demo

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