Regardless of the complexity of the outline, it becomes the backbone of our understanding of the case. Case management software is merely application specific databases that allow a central repository for all of the information that is within our outlines. Into our database, we store all of our evidence, links, research and other case-related information. We put in the scanned records and documents, digital photographs, small digital movie clips, and internally or externally created visual aids. From this database, we can then organize the information, evidence and research for all members of the legal team to view and use, depending on the needs of the case.
Time is money.
There are several time management programs on the market. The one thing they all have in common is that they allow the practitioner and his staff to keep close track of the time they are spending on each case. As a management tool, time programs allow the attorneys to review the past year's activities for analysis of case selection and task assignments to staff members, in addition to keeping track of billable hours. In this regard, even small offices that don't usually do hourly work can benefit from these programs. For example, accurate time records are invaluable in attorney's fees cases.