Matter Management
Track the client, matter type, responsible professional, status, dates, documents and activity in one place.
LegalDesk
Run a modern law practice from one structured system.
Manage matters, documents, deadlines, client communication and reporting in one system designed around South African legal work.
Built for solo and small firms that need stronger control without the complexity and cost of a large international platform.
SetupFrom R5,000
MonthlyFrom R3,000
FrameworkPOPIA and LPC aware
One matter record
Everything the team needs, linked to the file.
Each matter holds the responsible people, current status, key dates, documents, correspondence, tasks, time and financial information.
- Searchable matter history
- Role-based access
- Deadline and task visibility
- Consistent document organisation
Live screenshot from a LegalDesk working environment.
Practice overview
The whole practice on one screen.
Active matters, client count, trust balance and document volume — with prescription risks surfaced before they become emergencies.
Core modules
Replace scattered files and trackers with one operating system.
Deadlines and Tasks
Record court dates, prescription dates, filing requirements, responsibilities and reminders.
Document Control
Store structured folders, templates, versions and generated documents with access controls.
Communication Log
Link email, call notes and client communication to the relevant matter history.
Time and Financial Records
Capture time, disbursements, billing information and matter-level financial activity.
Reporting and Oversight
View matter status, deadlines, workload, productivity and compliance information.
Compliance architecture
Designed around the controls a legal practice needs.
LegalDesk supports responsible information handling, controlled access, traceable activity and structured records. Final compliance remains a combination of system controls, firm policies and staff conduct.
Access control
Define who may see, edit or export sensitive information.
POPIA-aware handling
Support purpose limitation, security safeguards and documented data processes.
Backup and recovery
Protect matter records through managed backup and restoration procedures.
Audit trail
Maintain structured records of important activity and document changes.
Optional modules
Extend the system as the firm grows.
Court deadline tracker
Trust-account module
Case-file knowledge assistant
Questions from small firms
Start with the operating problem, not the software licence.
Is LegalDesk suitable for a two-person firm?
Yes. The system can begin with the matter, document and deadline functions that provide immediate control, then expand when needed.
Where is the information stored?
The hosting, security and backup architecture is defined in the implementation agreement. We favour private, access-controlled environments with documented responsibilities.
Can existing matters be migrated?
Yes. We assess the quality and format of existing spreadsheets, folders and systems before confirming the migration scope.
Does software alone make a firm compliant?
No. The system can support compliant processes, but the firm must still maintain appropriate policies, training, supervision and professional controls.