Why Law Firms Are Switching to DMS

Why Law Firms Are Switching to DMS

Document Challenges in Legal Practice

An average-sized law firm manages hundreds of active cases simultaneously. Each case contains pleadings, contracts, powers of attorney, evidence, correspondence with courts and clients. All of this multiplies over years of practice.

The traditional approach — paper files in cabinets — becomes unsustainable once a firm grows beyond 2-3 attorneys. Documents get lost, deadlines are missed, clients wait.

How DMS Solves Legal Document Problems

1. Case-Based Organization

Every case has its own digital folder with all documents. New filing? Add it to the case with one click. Search by case number, client, or document type — in 3 seconds.

2. Deadline Tracking

Court deadlines are sacred. DMS automatically reminds about filing deadlines for lawsuits, appeals, and responses. Notifications 30, 15, and 7 days before expiry. Never miss a deadline again.

3. Secure Client Access

The client portal allows clients to securely review their documents without exchanging emails with attachments. Each client sees only their own cases.

4. Audit Trail for Litigation

Every document access is logged — who accessed it, when, and what was changed. This is crucial for proving document integrity in court.

Comparison: Paper vs DMS for Law Firms

FeaturePaper OfficeDMS (Arhivix)
Case searchManual cabinet searchAI search in 3 seconds
Deadline trackingPaper calendarAutomatic notifications
Client accessEmail attachmentsSecure client portal
ArchivingFiles in basementDigital archive with retention
BackupNoneAutomatic, encrypted, geo-redundant

Conclusion

Arhivix is a DMS designed for professionals who work with large volumes of documents. Case-based organization, deadline tracking, client portal, and complete legal compliance. Try it free.