PerfectLaw DMS vs Tussman Program

PerfectLaw DMS organizes documents within law-firm case matters so eligible users can find, share, distribute, and manage them. It provides versioning, document comparisons and redlining, check-in and check-out, and links from one document to multiple matters. The system records creation and access history, with permissions that can update Microsoft Windows Active Directory. Users can drag Outlook emails onto matters, create or reply to messages from a matter, and add time slips automatically while profiling or saving documents. Integrations include Microsoft Office, Outlook, the All-in-One suite, and Adobe Acrobat. Browser-based webDMS supports document creation, search, retrieval, preview, and offline access for mobile and cloud use. PerfectLaw offers on-premises and cloud options; listed requirements include Windows 10/11 workstations, Windows Server 2016 or later, SQL Server 2017 or later, IIS, and an SSL certificate. The maker is based in Miami and says it was incorporated in 1979.

The Tussman Program is desktop legal billing software for managing clients, matters, time, disbursements, bills, and account records. Billing features include timed time entry, retainer and trust accounts, customizable bill formats, payment plans, and billing reports. Its General Ledger module supports checkwriting, client cost and receipt posting, check registers, financial statements, vendor lists, and office payables. The Docket/Calendar module tracks appointments, tasks, and reminders, and can create event series triggered by a master event. Additional-cost modules support electronic billing formats such as LEDES, Litigation Advisor, and Tymetrix, plus imports from Amicus, TimeMatters, Equitrak, and Copitrak. A separate Local Area Network module enables simultaneous access for multiple users with configurable access rights. The software runs on macOS and Windows. The free version has no time limit and supports up to 5 clients and 10 matters; entered data can be retained when upgrading. Full-program pricing is available by contacting Tussman. Purchase includes six months of unlimited phone support; cloud hosting is available for a monthly fee that includes support and updates.