1.Detects new matter opened
Integrate Clio to monitor new matter opened triggers and route qualifying matters forward.
Create matter folders and starter documents for new matters
Automatically monitor new matter opened events across Clio and Dropbox. Create and update when practice-area filtered matters need folders and starter documents, and notify your team so you can start work quickly without manual setup.
How this automation speeds up matter kickoff
When a new matter opens, inconsistent folders and missing starter documents slow intake and delay work. This automation filters qualifying matters, provisions client folder structures, uploads baseline documents, and notifies your team channelβso work starts immediately.
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2.Filters by practice area
Integrate Filter by Zapier to continue only qualifying matters by practice area for intake.
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3.Searches for existing client folder
Integrate Dropbox to search for a matching client folder using client name and case reference.
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4.Creates missing top-level folder
Integrate Dropbox to create a missing top-level client folder when no match is found.
5.Creates subfolders and uploads documents
Integrate Dropbox to create standard subfolders and upload baseline documents using templates.
6.Posts new matter alert
Integrate Slack to announce the new matter with the folder link and intake details.
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