Overview
MyCase (part of the 8am platform, formerly AffiniPay) is a cloud-based law practice management platform built for solo practitioners and small law firms that want an all-in-one system without paying for enterprise complexity. At $39/user/month on the Basic tier, it covers matter management, time tracking, invoicing, IOLTA trust accounting, document storage, and a client portal that stands out in its price range. The client portal is MyCase clearest differentiator. Clients log in to view matter status, pay invoices, message their attorney, and download documents from a mobile-friendly interface. Adoption rates are higher than most portal implementations because clients are enrolled during intake rather than as an afterthought. MyCase Payments processes credit cards and eChecks inside the platform, shortening the collection cycle for firms that previously mailed paper invoices. Billing flexibility rounds out the value: MyCase handles hourly, flat-fee, contingency, and recurring subscription billing — including installment plans and retainer agreements — without add-ons. iOS and Android apps support time tracking, client messaging, and document access in the field. Where MyCase falls short: LEDES billing is not supported, which rules it out for insurance defense and corporate panel work. Reporting and analytics are thin above 10–15 attorneys. Firms that grow past 20 attorneys typically outgrow the reporting capabilities, though billing and portal features remain competitive at any size.
Key features
Client Portal
Best-in-class client portal at this price point. Clients view matters, pay invoices, send messages, and download documents from a mobile-friendly portal. Clients are enrolled during intake so adoption is high — not an optional feature attorneys have to convince clients to use. MyCase Payments processes credit cards and eChecks directly in the portal, reducing the gap between invoice sent and payment received.
Time Tracking and Billing
In-app timers with mobile support allow attorneys to capture time from anywhere, including the iOS and Android apps. MyCase handles hourly, flat-fee, contingency, and recurring subscription billing. Time flows directly into invoices; MyCase Payments processes credit cards and eChecks in-platform without a third-party processor. Installment plans and retainer agreements are native billing types, not workarounds.
Matter and Case Management
All matter activity — tasks, calendar events, documents, messages, and billing — appears in a single matter view with no switching between applications. Custom fields are available on Pro tier and above for practices that track matter-specific data not covered by default fields. Court deadline calculators on Pro and above automate due date computation based on court rules. Outlook and Google Calendar sync keeps the MyCase calendar in sync with attorneys existing workflow.
IOLTA Trust Accounting
Client trust ledgers maintain separate IOLTA and operating account balances with overdraft prevention built in. Three-way reconciliation runs inside MyCase against the bank statement and client ledger without exporting to a spreadsheet. Trust account reports meet standard state bar compliance requirements and can be generated in minutes for an audit or bar inquiry. Full trust accounting is included at the base $39/user/month tier — it is not an add-on.
Document Management
File storage organized by matter lets attorneys and staff find documents without searching email or desktop folders. Documents share directly through the client portal, so clients receive files without the firm sending unsecured email attachments. Mobile access via the MyCase iOS and Android apps gives attorneys and clients document access from anywhere. Storage is adequate for most small firm needs; firms with high document volume should evaluate a dedicated DMS like NetDocuments.
Flat-Fee and Subscription Billing
First-class flat-fee and recurring billing support makes MyCase well-suited for estate planning, immigration, and criminal defense practices that bill fixed fees. Installment plans let clients pay a fixed fee in scheduled payments — the firm tracks payment status inside MyCase rather than chasing checks manually. Subscription retainers for ongoing legal services are a native billing type, not a workaround. This billing flexibility, combined with MyCase Payments for in-portal credit card processing, makes collections faster than invoice-and-wait billing cycles.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Best-in-class client portal at this price — clients pay from the portal, speeding collections
- Easiest onboarding in the category — most attorneys are billing within one day
- Full IOLTA trust accounting included at the base $39/user/month tier
- Native flat-fee and subscription billing for firms doing fixed or recurring work
- Clean mobile apps with timer and client messaging
Cons
- No LEDES billing format — rules out insurance defense and corporate billing requirements
- Thin reporting and analytics — no managing-partner dashboards for realization rates
- About 50 integrations vs Clio's 200+ — may not connect to niche tools
- Less suitable above ~15 attorneys due to limited reporting and integration depth
Pricing
10-day free trial — no credit card required.
Pricing current as of May 2026; verify with vendor before purchasing.
Who it's best for
Best fit for
- Solo practitioners through small firms (1–15 attorneys)
- Generalist litigation, family law, estate planning, immigration practices
- Firms prioritizing client communication speed and payment experience
- Practices switching from spreadsheets or email-based workflows
Not a fit for
- Insurance defense or corporate firms requiring LEDES billing (use Clio or TimeSolv)
- Firms needing deep analytics or partner reporting dashboards
- Windows-based real estate firms wanting automatic time capture (use Smokeball)
Frequently asked questions
MyCase starts at $39/user/month (billed annually) for the Basic tier. Pro is $89/user/month and Advanced is $109/user/month. Monthly billing runs approximately 15% higher.
Yes. MyCase offers a 10-day free trial with no credit card required — one of the longer trials in the category.
MyCase is simpler and cheaper; Clio is more powerful and scalable. MyCase wins on client portal UX and value for small firms. Clio wins on integrations (200+ vs ~50), LEDES billing, and analytics.
Yes. At $39/month with no seat minimum, full trust accounting, and fast onboarding, it is one of the best solo-attorney options available.
Yes. iOS and Android apps include matter management, time tracking, client messaging, and document access.
Yes. MyCase includes native IOLTA trust accounting with separate trust and operating accounts, client-level ledgers, and compliance safeguards that prevent commingling of funds. Trust transactions can be reconciled directly within the platform, keeping firms audit-ready.