Manage Flat Rate Matters

Flat-rate matters allow you to charge a fixed fee for services, regardless of the time spent. 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.

1. Scroll to the Billing preference section of the matter form.
2. Under Billing method, select Flat rate.
3. Optional: When prompted, select Yes to enable Manage AI's automated bill generation for this matter. Learn more here.
4. Enter the fee amount and select the Fee recipient.
5. Click Save matter.

Refine flat rate activities

While flat rate matters use fixed fees, you can still track hourly work for internal reporting. Use Manage AI to 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.