Criminal Law
Criminal defense cases are time-sensitive and require strict case tracking, secure client communication, and airtight legal documentation. Whether handling bail applications, pre-trial motions, or full defense cases, CasePal keeps everything structured—so you can focus on building a strong defense, not managing paperwork.
✅ All Case Files in One Place – No more missing police reports, evidence, or legal motions.
✅ Automatic Reminders – Never forget a hearing, submission deadline, or court appearance.
✅ Secure & Organized – Track cases, communicate with clients, and handle billing—all in one system.
📌 A Criminal Law Case – Walkthrough Example
🔹 Case: You are defending a client charged with assault.
1️⃣ Step 1: Client Walks into Your Office
✔ You enter the client’s details into CasePal’s intake form (Name, Charge Type, Case Number).
✔ The system automatically creates a case file where you can store all legal documents, case notes, and deadlines.
✔ Your client receives an email with a secure portal link to create their password and log in.
2️⃣ Step 2: Collecting Evidence & Legal Documents
✔ Upload police reports, charge sheets, witness statements, and forensic evidence.
✔ Assign tasks to paralegals or assistants for document retrieval and legal research.
✔ Track missing evidence and mark important case notes inside CasePal.
3️⃣ Step 3: Scheduling & Court Date Management
✔ Add all court dates, bail hearings, and trial deadlines to CasePal’s calendar.
✔ CasePal automatically sends reminders so you never miss a deadline.
✔ Sync CasePal’s calendar with Outlook or Google Calendar to stay updated.
4️⃣ Step 4: Client Communication & Case Updates
✔ Clients log into their secure portal to check case progress, upload documents, or ask questions.
✔ Every time a milestone is updated (e.g., case status changes, new hearing date, bail approved), the client gets an automatic email notification.
✔ No more endless phone calls—all client communications are securely stored in CasePal.
5️⃣ Step 5: Billing, Invoicing & Payment Collection
✔ Bill per hour, flat fee, or retainer depending on the case.
✔ Send quotes/estimates before taking on a new client.
✔ Clients pay online via EFT, credit card, or mobile payment, and all transactions are tracked inside CasePal.
✅ The Result? Your cases stay structured, deadlines are met, and clients always know their case progress.
🔹 What CasePal Does for Criminal Defense Lawyers
✔ Case Tracking & Legal Documentation – Monitor court filings, motions, and case evidence.
✔ Task & Deadline Management – Assign and track legal tasks for hearings, filings, and investigations.
✔ Client & Case Collaboration – Securely share case updates, legal documents, and witness statements.
✔ Document Storage & Management – Store affidavits, police reports, and defense arguments in one place.
✔ Billing & Payments – Invoice per hour, flat fee, or retainer, send estimates, and track payments seamlessly.
CasePal helps criminal defense lawyers focus on their clients’ defense, not administrative tasks.
FAQs – Criminal Lawyers & CasePal
1️⃣ Can I track multiple court cases and hearings?
Yes! You can set up reminders for different cases, hearing dates, and bail applications.
2️⃣ Can my client upload documents securely?
Yes! Clients can upload evidence, affidavits, and other case materials directly into their portal.
3️⃣ Can multiple lawyers or teams collaborate on a criminal case?
Yes! You can assign different team members to specific legal motions, hearings, or defense strategies.
4️⃣ Does CasePal support different billing methods for criminal cases?
Yes! You can bill per hour, flat fee, or retainer, and send quotes/estimates before taking on a case.
5️⃣ Is my client’s case information secure?
Absolutely! CasePal uses modern encryption to protect all criminal case files, police records, and communications.
CasePal Goes Beyond Criminal Case Management
🚀 Extra Services for Criminal Lawyers
🔹 Law Firm & Mediator Websites – Get a professional WordPress website optimized for dispute resolution clients.
🔹 Cybersecurity & Data Protection Training – Ensure sensitive dispute negotiations remain confidential.
🔹 IT Support – Setup, troubleshooting, and legal document storage integrations.
🔹 Digital Marketing for ADR Firms – Google Ads, SEO, and LinkedIn marketing to attract mediation clients.
💡 Criminal defense is time-sensitive—CasePal helps you act fast.
