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How Bookkeeping Prevents Commingling in Law Firm Trust Accounts
Bookkeeping in law firms is the systematic process of recording, tracking, and reconciling all financial transactions—especially client...
Oct 66 min read


Opening Bank Accounts for Law Firms: Operating & IOLTA Accounts
Establishing the right banking structure is a fundamental step for any law firm aiming to maintain financial integrity and comply with...
Sep 185 min read


Pass-Through Taxation Explained: LLCs, S Corps, and Partnerships
A profit and loss (P&L) statement for law firms is a financial report that tracks revenue, expenses, and net income over time, helping...
Sep 176 min read


Three Steps to Create a Budget for Your Law Firm
To create a budget for your law firm, start by identifying and categorizing all operating expenses using a comprehensive law firm...
Sep 167 min read


Can You Be Both a Lawyer and a CPA at the Same Time?
Can You Be Both a Lawyer and a CPA? Yes, it is entirely possible to hold both licenses at the same time. A lawyer who is also a CPA has...
Sep 155 min read


Escrow and Trust Accounting: Ethical Pitfalls Every Lawyer Should Avoid
Escrow accounts temporarily hold funds or assets during transactions and are managed by neutral third parties. In contrast, client trust...
Sep 146 min read


How Progressive Tax Impacts Business Growth and Scaling
Key Takeaways Trust accounts are essential for attorneys to manage client funds separately from operating funds, ensuring legal...
Sep 117 min read


How Long Must Trust Account Records Be Kept
When it comes to how long must trust account records be kept, most jurisdictions require a retention period of five to seven years. This...
Sep 106 min read


IOLTA Rule 45.4: What Attorneys Need to Know
Key Takeaways Rule 45.4 mandates the use of pooled IOLTA accounts for small client funds in Iowa, which generate interest to support...
Sep 89 min read


Best Banks for IOLTA Accounts: Top Picks of 2025
Need the best banks for IOLTA accounts? This article highlights top options with great interest rates, low fees, and strong support for...
Sep 711 min read


How to Open an IOLTA Account: A Step-by-Step Guide for Attorneys
Need to open an IOLTA account? This “how to open an IOLTA account: a step by step guide for attorneys” simplifies the process. You’ll...
Sep 48 min read


Is an IOLTA Account Checking or Savings? Here’s the Answer
Key Takeaways An IOLTA account is a type of checking account designed for legal professionals to manage client funds and generate...
Sep 36 min read
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