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AutoTime: Legal timekeeping software

AutoTime: Automatic Time and Activity Tracking

Every action, every insight automatically captured.

Time tracking, without lifting a finger

AutoTime runs in the background — no start/stop timers, no context switching.

Smart time tracking, built in

Legal time recording software that tracks time automatically as you switch between matters — no timers, no interruptions.

Know where the time goes

Spot trends. Plan smarter. Allocate better. Price right.

Ditch manual timesheets

Eliminate timesheet guesswork with time tracking software for lawyers that automatically tracking your activity across matters - no timers, no memory games.

  • AutoTime knows which matter you’re working on and records time in the background so you never have to pause or switch tools.
  • Tracks all activity so you never miss a billable minute.

AutoTime is included in Prosper+ and as an add-on for Grow.

Track time where you work

Time spent in Microsoft Word and Outlook is tracked and automatically assigned it to the right matter — so you never lose time or need to log it manually.

Make smarter business decisions

Gain visibility of exactly where time is spent - powering insights that help you improve profitability, pricing and productivity.

  • Compare time spent vs. income to measure profitability
  • See staff workloads to plan resources more effectively
  • Track actual time on fixed-fee matters to price with confidence

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Fast, accurate invoicing

AutoTime’s tracking software for lawyers automatically generates billable entries as you work — so you can invoice quickly and accurately.

  • Auto-generated timesheets, ready to invoice
  • Full audit trail to justify eve
  • Option to omit admin/non billable time

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Smokeball Payments

FAQs about Smokeball Payments

What is Smokball Payments?

Smokeball Payments is Legal Payment Software that allows your firm to securely accept online credit, debit payments directly from invoices, intake forms, your client portal, or a secure link. It’s designed for law firms and fully integrated into your Smokeball workflow.

How does online payments benefit my law firm?

Smokeball Payments helps your firm get paid faster and spend less time chasing invoices. It reduces admin, simplifies reconciliation, and gives clients more convenient ways to pay—leading to smoother billing and improved cash flow.

How much does Smokeball Payments cost?

There are no monthly fees for Smokeball Payments. You simply pay a transaction percentage and a small per-transaction fee. See full pricing details here.

What payment methods can clients use?

Clients can pay using credit or debit cards from Visa, Mastercard, or American Express. Payments can be made through digital invoices, online intake forms, QR codes on printed invoices, or directly via the client portal.

Can I collect client account payments?

Yes. Payments enables you to collect payments to your client account.

Who processes the payments?

Payments are securely processed by FeeWise, our trusted legal payments partner. Your client’s data is encrypted and handled in accordance with PCI DSS standards.

What information is required to set up payments in Smokeball?

To apply, you must be an authorised principal who owns 25% or more of the firm. You’ll need to provide basic firm and identification details, along with your nominated operating and/or trust account details.

Is Smokeball Payments PCI compliant?

Yes. Payments are securely processed through FeeWise, a PCI DSS–compliant provider. Your client’s card details are encrypted and never stored in Smokeball, ensuring a secure experience for both your firm and your clients.

Where is Smokeball Payments available and who has access to this feature?

Smokeball Payments is currently available to firms in Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. It’s available to firms using eligible Smokeball plans. Access to apply is limited to principals who own at least 25% of the firm.

FAQs about Smokeball Payments

Can I link my Smokeball calendar with Microsoft Outlook?

Yes. Smokeball offers two-way calendar sync with Microsoft Outlook, so events created or updated in either system stay in sync automatically.

Can I create matter-specific events in Smokeball?

Absolutely. You can create calendar events that are linked to specific matters, giving you clear visibility over court dates, appointments, and deadlines for each case.

Can I share calendar events with clients?

Yes. With Smokeball’s Client Portal (available on Boost, Grow, and Prosper), you can securely share calendar events with clients and third parties, who can then add them to their own calendars.

Can new clients book appointments through Smokeball?

Yes. Using Smokeball’s Intake Forms, clients and prospects can book available time directly in your calendar.

Can I set calendar reminders to myself or others in my firm?

Yes. Smokeball allows you to create smart reminders for any event and assign them to yourself or other staff, helping your team stay on top of important dates.

FAQs about Smokeball Payments

What are legal forms and precedents in Smokeball?

Legal forms and precedents in Smokeball are professionally crafted or firm-created documents that can be automated to autofill with your matter data. This ensures your legal forms, letters, and agreements are accurate, consistent, and ready in seconds.

Does Smokeball help automate my own firm's precedents?

Yes. When you join Smokeball, we’ll automate 10 of your own precedents for free as part of onboarding. Our trainers will also provide guided precedent automation training so you can continue creating your own templates.

How does precedent automation in Smokeball save time and reduce errors?

Precedent automation eliminates the need for manual data entry and reduces repetitive copying and pasting. Your templates pull information directly from your Smokeball matter, cutting drafting time by up to 87% while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
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