Training 118: Using the Administrator Panel in Prima.Law

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🛠️ Architecting Your Firm: The Prima.Law Administrator Panel Overview

The Administrator Panel is the engine room of Prima.Law. It provides firm administrators with the comprehensive tools needed to manage users, tailor subscriptions, configure custom workflows, and secure the firm's data. Whether you are onboarding a new team or fine-tuning your billing structure, this panel is where your firm’s digital identity is built and maintained.

Note on Access: Access to this panel is restricted. If the "Administrator Panel" option does not appear in your User Menu (located in the top-right corner), you do not currently have admin permissions. Please contact your firm's account owner to update your role.

🔐 Accessing and Personalizing Your Firm

To begin customizing your environment, click on your User Menu in the top-right corner and select Administrator Panel.

Your first step should be defining your Personal and Firm Information. Under the Firm Info section, you can upload your official logo, which will automatically appear on all printed materials, including invoices, notes, and bills. You can also establish your firm’s mailing address, notification email, and optional branding elements like a firm slogan or YouTube channel link. For security, we highly recommend enabling Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) via SMS for all administrators in this section.

🧾 Subscription, Licensing, and User Management

Prima.Law offers a flexible Subscription and Licensing model. From the admin area, you can monitor real-time usage across various modules—such as Core, Immigration, or regional libraries—and assign licenses to specific users. You have full control over your billing cycle, allowing you to switch between monthly or yearly plans and update payment methods at any time.

When it comes to User Management, you are the gatekeeper. You can add or remove team members, assign their access to specific modules, and define their internal roles (e.g., Attorney, Paralegal, or Support Staff). This section also allows you to promote other users to Administrator status or restrict sensitive capabilities, such as the permission to delete cases or modify global billing settings.

📁 Streamlining Workflows: Custom Case Types and Fields

To ensure your firm operates with peak efficiency, utilize Custom Case Types. Instead of starting from scratch for every new matter, you can predefine forms, checklists, and case steps. You can build these workflows from the ground up or import them from our library of over 140 predefined case types. For example, you can create a specific "42B EOIR" case type that automatically includes all relevant immigration forms and a step-by-step checklist.

If your firm tracks unique data points that aren't included in standard fields, the Custom Fields feature allows you to capture specific information at the Contact, Case, or Matter level. These fields are designed to be compatible with CRM integrations, ensuring your data remains consistent across your entire tech stack.

🔌 Seamless Integrations and Financial Setup

Prima.Law is designed to live at the center of your ecosystem. Through the Integrations section, you can connect tools like PrimaPay for credit card and ACH processing, Twilio for two-way SMS communication, and Google Calendar for event synchronization. For those looking to automate complex tasks, our Zapier integration connects Prima.Law to thousands of other applications.

In the Accounts and Billing section, you can establish the financial foundation of your firm. Here, you define default hourly rates based on user roles and set up business accounts for transactions. The system empowers you to track client payments and trust balances while generating essential reports, such as Client, Trust, and Account Ledgers.

🌐 Client Experience and Future Innovation

The Client Portal Customization tools allow you to provide a branded, professional experience for your clients. You can upload custom background images and logos that will be visible to clients when they log in to view their cases or complete interviews.

For firms that like to stay ahead of the curve, the Lab section offers early access to beta features. This is where our experimental tools live before their official rollout, giving tech-savvy firms a chance to test and provide feedback on the latest innovations in legal tech.

🧠 Final Summary of Capabilities

The Administrator Panel is the heart of your firm's customization. It empowers you to:

• Brand your firm: Ensure all documents and portals reflect your professional image.
• Control Security: Manage detailed user permissions and role-based access.
• Scale with Ease: Adjust licenses, update billing, and manage your team in real-time.
• Maximize Efficiency: Build reusable templates and connect to third-party tools to eliminate manual work.

If you are responsible for your firm’s digital infrastructure, we recommend bookmarking the Administrator Panel for quick access. Should you need assistance with any specific configuration, our support team is available via the chatbot or through a scheduled support call.