Flat-rate matters allow you to charge a fixed fee for services, regardless of the time spent on them. This article explains how to create flat-rate matters, manage activity categories, and automate your flat-rate billing with Manage AI.
Create a flat rate matter
You can set a matter to a flat rate during the initial creation process or by editing the billing preference of an existing matter.
- Scroll to the Billing preference section of the matter form.
- Under Billing method, select Flat rate.
- Optional: When prompted, select Yes to enable Manage AI's automated bill generation for this matter. Learn more here.
- Enter the fee amount and select the Fee recipient.
- Click Save matter.
Refine flat rate activities
While flat-rate matters use fixed fees, you can still track hourly work for internal reporting purposes. With Manage AI, you can ensure these descriptions are professional.
- AI Refinement: During the bulk billing process, select the option to refine entry descriptions to clarify work performed for your clients.