Legal Bookkeeping Services Built for Law Firms

Managing the finances of a law firm demands more than standard bookkeeping,  it requires deep knowledge of trust accounting, IOLTA compliance, and the specific regulations governing legal practices. Bookkeeper.Law provides a full suite of legal bookkeeping services exclusively for law firms, from monthly bookkeeping to tax preparation. We handle the numbers so you can focus on practicing law.

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Our Services

What Our Virtual Bookkeepers Offer

Providing expert bookkeeping support designed exclusively for law firms. Easily adapt to client demands and changing business needs.

Trust Accounting

Trust accounting is the most heavily scrutinized aspect of law firm finances, and the consequences of errors can be severe. We manage your client trust accounts with meticulous care, ensuring full compliance with your state bar's IOLTA requirements at all times.

  • Three-way reconciliation of bank statements, trust ledger, and individual client balances
  • Monthly trust account reconciliation reports
  • Immediate identification and resolution of discrepancies
  • Audit-ready recordkeeping maintained continuously

Law Firm Accounting

We provide comprehensive accounting services built specifically around the way law firms operate, from partner distributions to matter-based cost tracking. No generic bookkeeping; everything is structured for the legal industry.

  • Chart of accounts designed for law firm operations
  • Matter and client cost tracking
  • Partner draw and equity distributions
  • Monthly financial closes tailored to your practice

Monthly Bookkeeping

Consistent, accurate bookkeeping every month without you having to think about it. We keep your books current so you always have a clear picture of your firm's financial health.

  • Full transaction recording and categorization
  • Monthly financial package delivery
  • Ongoing reconciliation and ledger maintenance
  • Clean books ready for your CPA at year-end

Bank Account Reconciliation

Discrepancies between your bank statements and your books can signal errors, fraud, or compliance issues. We reconcile all accounts monthly to ensure every dollar is accounted for and nothing slips through the cracks.

  • Monthly reconciliation of all operating and trust accounts
  • Identification and resolution of outstanding or uncleared items
  • Reconciliation reports provided each month
  • Proactive flagging of any unusual activity

Account Payables

Stay on top of what your firm owes, and pay it on time. We manage your vendor bills and outgoing payments so you avoid late fees, maintain vendor relationships, and keep cash flow predictable.

  • Bill entry and payment scheduling
  • Vendor payment tracking and management
  • Expense categorization by matter or cost center
  • Monthly AP aging reports

Account Receivables

Getting paid promptly is critical to your firm's cash flow. We track every outstanding invoice, monitor collection status, and ensure your receivables don't fall through the cracks.

  • Invoice tracking and status monitoring
  • Aged AR reports so you always know what's outstanding
  • Integration with your practice management software
  • Write-off tracking and billing adjustments

Invoicing

Professional, accurate invoices sent on time every time. We handle the creation and delivery of client invoices so billing doesn't become a bottleneck in your practice.

  • Invoice preparation and delivery
  • Matter-based and flat-fee billing formats
  • Integration with Clio, MyCase, PracticePanther, and more
  • Billing cycle management tailored to your firm's workflow

Payroll Processing

Timely, accurate payroll for your attorneys, staff, and contractors, with compensation structures that reflect the realities of a law firm.

  • Bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll runs
  • Partner and associate compensation management
  • Payroll tax filings and compliance
  • Integration with QuickBooks and Gusto

1099 Processing

Every year, law firms must issue 1099s to contractors, co-counsel, and others,and getting it wrong can mean penalties. We handle the full process so you're covered come tax time.

  • Identification of all 1099-eligible vendors and payees
  • W-9 collection and verification
  • 1099-NEC and 1099-MISC preparation and filing
  • IRS submission and recipient copy delivery

Tax Preparation

We prepare and organize your firm's financials so that tax season is smooth, stress-free, and audit-ready. We work directly alongside your CPA to ensure nothing is missing and everything is accurate.

  • Year-end books review and closing
  • Preparation of supporting schedules and workpapers
  • Coordination of all 1099s and year-end documents
  • IRS submission and recipient copy delivery

Financial Statement Preparation

Understand where your firm stands financially at any point in time. We produce clear, accurate financial statements that give you the visibility to make confident business decisions.

  • Monthly Profit & Loss statements
  • Balance sheet and cash flow reports
  • Revenue tracking by attorney, practice area, or matter
  • Custom reporting tailored to your firm's goals

Catch Up Bookkeeping

Fallen behind on your books? We'll get you current no matter how far back you need to go. Our catch-up bookkeeping service is ideal for firms preparing for a bar audit, a CPA review, or simply getting a fresh start.

  • Full review and reconstruction of historical records
  • Reconciliation of all outstanding accounts
  • Cleanup of misclassified transactions and errors
  • Delivery of organized, current books ready for ongoing management

Debt Collection

Outstanding balances that go uncollected hurt your firm's bottom line. We help you manage the collection process professionally and systematically, preserving client relationships where possible while recovering what you're owed.

  • Systematic follow-up on overdue invoices
  • Escalation protocols for seriously delinquent accounts
  • Documentation and tracking of all collection activity
  • Delivery of organized, current books ready for ongoing management
Virtual Bookkeeper

Proficient in Your Law Firm Accounting Software

We work with the tools your firm already uses, no learning curve, no disruption.

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Why Law Firms Choose Bookkeeper.Law

Managing a law firm's finances demands more than standard bookkeeping from IOLTA compliance and trust accounting rules to three-way reconciliations and bar association requirements; the margin for error is zero. At Bookkeeper.Law, we specialize exclusively in legal bookkeeping, working as a seamless extension of your team to keep your books clean, compliant, and current.

Here’s why law firms choose Bookkeeper.law:

Legal-Focused Expertise
Improved Financial Decision-Making
Scalable Support
Time Savings
Increased Productivity
Cost Savings
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Ready to hand off your books to a legal expert?

Let Bookkeeper.Law handle the compliance, the reconciliations, and the reporting , so you can focus on your clients.

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Why Should Law Firms Have a Dedicated Legal Bookkeeper?

Law firm finances operate under rules that general accountants simply aren't trained for. IOLTA trust accounting, three-way reconciliations, and bar compliance requirements aren't optional, and a mistake in any of them can put your license at risk. A dedicated legal bookkeeper doesn't just keep your books tidy; they protect your firm from the financial blind spots that distract attorneys from what actually matters: practicing law.

Maintain trust account compliance

Legal bookkeepers understand IOLTA rules and three-way reconciliation requirements, keeping client funds properly managed and your license protected.

Improve cash flow visibility

A dedicated bookkeeper tracks receivables, monitors expenses, and delivers consistent reporting, so you always know exactly where your firm stands financially.

Reduce financial errors

Clean, consistent records mean no backlogs, no guesswork, and no surprises when you need to review your firm's financial position.

Who We Serve

Legal bookkeeping is our entire focus. Every system we've built, every professional we've trained, and every process we've refined centers on the unique financial needs of law firms. From solo practitioners to enterprise firms, we work with practices across all sizes and jurisdictions.

Solo practitioners

who need reliable bookkeeping without hiring in-house.

Small to mid-size firms

looking for a trusted financial partner

Growing practices

navigating increasing complexity in their finances

Firms under bar audit

that need immediate cleanup and reconciliation

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Pricing

We offer flat-rate monthly pricing based on your firm's size and volume of transactions with no hourly billing surprises.

English-Speaking Bookkeeper
$2,327/month or $14/hour

Perfect for law firms seeking experienced financial management without the overhead of in-house staff.

Bilingual Bookkeeper
$2,627/month or $16/hour

Expand your client communication capabilities with bilingual financial professionals.

Every plan includes full-service legal bookkeeping, trust account management, IOLTA compliance, three-way reconciliations, and monthly financial reports. No hidden fees, no onboarding costs, and no surprises. Just clean books, every month.

Ready to Get Your Books in Order?

Stop worrying about your finances and trust accounting. Let Bookkeeper.Law handle it with the accuracy, compliance, and professionalism your practice demands.

Why settle for generic bookkeeping when you can partner with specialists who understand the legal industry inside and out?

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you only work with law firms?

What accounting software do you use?

Can you clean up my existing books?

Are you familiar with my state bar's trust accounting rules?

What if I already have a CPA? 

How is pricing structured?