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    Technology for Family Law Practices

    Support clients through difficult transitions with technology that enables clear communication, organized documentation, and efficient case management.

    Family Law Challenges

    Family law practitioners face unique operational and emotional demands.

    High-Emotion Client Communication

    Family law clients are often in crisis. Clear, documented communication is essential.

    89%

    of family law clients rate communication as most important

    Clio Legal Trends Report 2024

    Complex Scheduling

    Court dates, depositions, mediation, custody exchanges—family law calendaring is complex.

    42%

    more calendar events than average legal practice

    ABA Family Law Section

    Financial Discovery & Analysis

    Asset division requires detailed financial analysis and documentation.

    35%

    of family law work involves financial analysis

    AAML Survey Data

    Safety & Confidentiality

    Domestic violence cases require extra security measures for client protection.

    1 in 3

    divorces involve some form of domestic abuse allegations

    National Domestic Violence Hotline

    Best Tools for Family Law

    Recommendations based on our work with family law practices.

    Case Management

    Clio

    Excellent all-around choice with strong client portal and mobile access for responsive communication.

    Pricing:$49-149/user/mo
    Client portal with secure messaging

    MyCase

    User-friendly with built-in text messaging—great for keeping clients informed.

    Pricing:$39-89/user/mo
    Built-in SMS for client updates

    PracticePanther

    Strong automation for common family law workflows and client intake.

    Pricing:$49-89/user/mo
    Workflow automation templates

    Financial Analysis

    Family Law Software

    Industry standard for child support and spousal maintenance calculations.

    Pricing:$50-150/mo
    State-specific support calculators

    AAML Divorce Toolbox

    Comprehensive financial analysis for high-net-worth divorces.

    Pricing:Subscription
    Asset division modeling

    DivorceNet Calculator

    Free basic calculator for quick child support estimates.

    Pricing:Free
    Quick estimates for consultations

    Co-Parenting & Communication

    OurFamilyWizard

    Court-ordered co-parenting app with messaging, calendars, and expense tracking.

    Pricing:$99/year per parent
    Court-admissible communication records

    TalkingParents

    Free alternative with unalterable records of co-parent communications.

    Pricing:Free (premium available)
    Accountable calling feature

    AppClose

    Simple co-parenting scheduling and communication app.

    Pricing:Free
    Easy calendar sharing

    Document Automation

    Woodpecker (by Clio)

    Document automation integrated with Clio for common family law forms.

    Pricing:Included with Clio Draft
    Microsoft Word integration

    Gavel (Documate)

    Modern document automation with excellent client intake.

    Pricing:$99-299/mo
    Beautiful intake forms

    Technology Best Practices

    Document Everything

    Use systems that automatically log all client communications for potential court use.

    Separate Communication Channels

    Recommend co-parenting apps to clients to reduce your involvement in minor disputes.

    Automate Status Updates

    Set up automated case status updates to reduce 'where's my case' calls.

    Secure File Sharing

    Use encrypted portals for sensitive financial documents rather than email.

    Calendar Redundancy

    Use multiple calendar reminders for court dates—family law has zero tolerance for missed appearances.

    Client Intake Automation

    Gather comprehensive information upfront to reduce back-and-forth during representation.

    How We Help

    Client Portal Setup

    Implement secure client portals that keep clients informed and reduce support calls.

    Financial Tool Integration

    Set up and integrate support calculators and asset division software.

    Calendar Management

    Configure complex calendaring systems for court dates, mediations, and custody schedules.

    Security for DV Cases

    Implement enhanced security protocols for domestic violence cases.

    Communication Systems

    Deploy secure messaging and documentation systems for client communications.

    Document Automation

    Create templates for common family law documents and court filings.

    Support Your Clients Better

    Let us help you implement technology that frees you to focus on what matters—helping families through transition.