Boost Your Firm's Profitability: Increase Collection Rates with LeanLaw E-Payments
E-payments aren't just convenient — they change your firm's cash velocity and profitability. LeanLaw gives clients a modern, secure way to pay that connects to QuickBooks in real time, resulting in faster collections and a stronger bottom line.
81.9%
average law firm collection rate (Thomson Reuters)
4x
faster payment processing than the industry average
$30K
in payments collected within an hour (real client result)
$13K
in past-due invoices collected in a single month
Turn Every Day into Payday
Forget the days of chasing down payments — LeanLaw E-Payments lets clients pay instantly, any day of the week, making it easier for them and faster for you. Our real-time online payment experience improves client satisfaction while ensuring every day feels like payday, not just once a month.
- Elevate Your Client Experience: Show clients that you value their time and provide a smooth, professional experience from start to finish.
- Higher Collection Rates: Make it effortless for clients to pay, boosting your collection rate closer to the 100% it should be.
- Connected Efficiency: Free up valuable time spent on billing and collections, allowing you to focus on what you do best — practicing law.
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The Average Firm Leaves 18% of Billed Revenue on the Table. You Don't Have To.
The average law firm only collects 81.9% of what they bill, according to the Thomson Reuters Institute. That's lost revenue. You didn't go to law school to become a debt collector — you learned how to practice law. LeanLaw takes the hassle out of billing and payments so you can focus on billable hours. With LeanLaw, sending an invoice is as simple as a click, and clients can pay instantly from their phone, tablet, or computer.
81.9%
Industry average collection rate
→
100%
The target LeanLaw helps you work toward
Six Ways E-Payments Change Your Firm's Cash Velocity
From collection rates to cash flow to compliance, LeanLaw E-Payments delivers measurable impact across every part of your billing operation.
Raise Your Collection Rate
Remove the friction from the payment process and raise your collection rate. When clients can pay with one click from any device, they actually do.
Meet Modern Client Expectations
Meet the expectations of today's clients who demand fast, secure, digital payment options. A modern payment experience signals a modern, professional firm.
Slash Processing Fees
Route Amex separately and pass through surcharges so fees don't quietly eat your margin. Pass surcharges to clients where permitted by your jurisdiction.
Accelerate Cash Flow
Convert accounts receivable into cash faster with LeanLaw e-payments, which process 4x quicker than the industry average and often deposit funds faster than a wire transfer.
Reclaim Billable Hours
Eliminate time wasted on manual billing and collections, freeing you up to focus on serving your clients and growing your practice.
Bank-Grade Security
Rest easy knowing your transactions and client data are protected by PCI DSS compliance and bank-grade encryption.
Getting Paid Is as Easy as 1-2-3
LeanLaw removes every manual step between sending an invoice and receiving payment. Three steps. No friction.
Create Your Invoice
Generate professional invoices within LeanLaw. Add time entries, expenses, and trust transactions in seconds. Everything syncs with QuickBooks Online automatically.
Send with a Click
Share your invoice via email with a secure payment link. Clients receive a branded, professional payment page — no login required.
Get Paid with Ease
Clients pay securely via ACH, debit, or credit card directly from the payment link. Funds are deposited and your books update automatically.
Real Results from Real Law Firms
"We receive payments so quickly, thanks to Confido Legal. The funds go right into our account and it updates automatically on LeanLaw, which is beautiful."
Amanda Coughlan, Billing Coordinator
Zahn Law Group
"Our clients just love it. It has been amazing. I sent out a bulk email of overdue invoices the other day and we had like $30,000 in payments within an hour."
Amy Hotches
HarperHofer & Associates LLC
"With having the full balance link for customers with past due balances, half our past due invoices were paid that month — we collected about $13K in past due invoices that month alone!"
Krystle Lodzinski
Pursuit Legal
"I would bet a lot of money that we have the best collections rate of any medium to large size law firm, at least in the state."
Ian Ebmeier
Walters Gilbreath PLLC
Every Way Your Clients Want to Pay
LeanLaw E-Payments accepts all major credit cards and ACH bank transfers — so clients always have a fast, convenient option that works for them.
All Major Credit Cards
Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Fee: 2.95% (Amex: 3.45%)
ACH Bank Transfers
Same-day settlement, lowest processing cost
Fee: 1% (capped at $30/transaction)
IOLTA-Safe by Design
LeanLaw E-Payments is built specifically to meet IOLTA requirements and bar association guidelines. The system automatically routes trust payments to your IOLTA account and operating payments to your business account — maintaining complete, audit-ready separation of funds.
- Automatic routing: trust funds to IOLTA, operating funds to business account
- Full PCI DSS compliance and bank-grade encryption
- Complete transaction records for audit and dispute resolution
- Surcharge management — pass fees to clients where permitted
- No special hardware or software required — 100% cloud-based
One Connected Billing Workflow
One connected billing workflow — from the first minute tracked to the last dollar collected.
Best-in-Class Legal Billing
Purpose-built billing tools designed specifically for law firms. Batch billing, LEDES export, approval workflows, and custom invoice templates — in one connected workflow.
Explore billing featuresOne Connected Billing Workflow
No double entry from time tracking to invoice generation. LeanLaw firms invoice clients within 2–3 days instead of 10–12 — and collect 70% faster as a result.
See all featuresCompliant Trust Accounting
Manage client funds with confidence and accuracy, ensuring full compliance with IOLTA rules. Every trust transaction syncs to QuickBooks Online in real time.
Trust accounting detailsE-Payments Powered by Confido Legal
At LeanLaw, we've partnered with Confido Legal — an integrated payment processing and disbursements platform built specifically for law firms and legal technology companies. With Confido Legal powering our e-payments system, we ensure secure and compliant payment workflows tailored to the unique needs of legal professionals.
- Purpose-built for law firms — not a generic payment gateway
- IOLTA-compliant payment routing built into every transaction
- Connects to LeanLaw and QuickBooks Online in real time
- PCI DSS compliance and bank-grade encryption on every transaction
70% Faster Collections. 1,000+ Law Firms. One Platform.
1,000+
law firms run on LeanLaw
70%
faster invoice collections
$61K
leaked revenue recovered per attorney each year
20–50×
ROI for a typical 10-attorney firm
"We receive payments so quickly, thanks to Confido Legal. The funds go right into our account and it updates automatically on LeanLaw, which is beautiful."
Amanda Coughlan, Billing Coordinator
Zahn Law Group
Common Questions About LeanLaw E-Payments
- What payment methods can my clients use?
- LeanLaw E-Payments accepts all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover) and ACH bank transfers. Clients choose their preferred payment method when completing their transaction.
- How quickly will I receive payments?
- ACH payments typically settle within 1–2 business days. Credit card payments are authorized instantly, with funds typically deposited within 24–48 hours. All payments automatically sync with QuickBooks Online for automatic reconciliation.
- Is LeanLaw E-Payments compliant with trust accounting rules?
- Yes. LeanLaw E-Payments is specifically designed to meet IOLTA requirements and bar association guidelines. The system automatically routes trust payments to your IOLTA account and operating payments to your business account, maintaining complete separation of funds.
- What are the processing fees?
- Processing fees are 2.95% for credit or debit card transactions (3.45% for Amex). Same-day bank transfers are 1%, capped at $30 per transaction. You can choose whether to absorb these fees or pass them to clients where permitted by your jurisdiction.
- How secure is the payment system?
- LeanLaw E-Payments uses bank-grade encryption and is fully PCI DSS compliant. We maintain strict security protocols to protect your firm and your clients.
- Can I still accept other forms of payment?
- Absolutely. While LeanLaw E-Payments connects digital payments to QuickBooks automatically, you can still accept checks, wire transfers, or other payment methods. All payment types can be tracked and reconciled within LeanLaw.
- Do I need special hardware or software to accept payments?
- No. LeanLaw E-Payments is entirely cloud-based. You only need your existing computer or mobile device with internet access — no card readers or additional equipment required.
- What happens if a client disputes a charge?
- Our system maintains detailed transaction records and documentation to help resolve payment disputes quickly. Our support team will guide you through the process and provide the necessary documentation to address any challenges.
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