The future of law firm credit card processing

Confido is redefining payment processing for law firms with secure, compliant tools to accept credit card payments.

Why accept credit card payments?

Why accept credit card payments?

Increase collection rate

Boost collection rates and make payments easy. The most profitable revenue is from work you've already done. Let's make sure you get paid.

Accelerate cash flow

Most law firms struggle to convert accounts receivable into cash efficiently. Don’t be a bank for your clients. Collect payments quickly, securely, and without hassle.

Reduce your risk

Protect client and law firm data with top-tier encryption and fraud prevention, and easily comply with the rules of professional conduct. Peace of mind comes standard.

Elevate the client experience

Offer clients secure, flexible payment options that make their lives easier – because when they’re happy, you’re winning.

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Flexible Payment Options
Secure links, custom payment pages, and automated billing that fits your client's rhythm - no hoops to jump through.

Simplified Account Management
Unlimited trust and operating accounts with automated split trust/operating payments. 

Deep Legal Integrations
Sync with your existing or leading case management tools for fast, no-fuss billing and reconciliation.

Automated Payment Processes
Set it and forget it. Schedule payments, retainers, and client-friendly links to reduce manual follow-ups.

See who powers payments with Confido Legal

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Shannon Valliere
CunninghamLegal

Before working with Confido Legal, processing client payments was time-consuming and required a lot of manual follow-up. Their integration made it easier for our team to track payments, helping us convert accounts receivable into cash faster.

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Anne Marie Sargent
Connor & Sargent, PLLC

Confido Legal has significantly streamlined our accounts receivable process. It's easy to create a secure payment link that I can send through our regular billing system or via email. The platform makes it easy to check whether payments have been made and follow up with clients promptly regarding outstanding balances. It takes a fraction of the time compared to our prior processor.

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Jacqueline Horani
Horani Law, PLLC

I'm proud to be a client of Confido Legal and have had the most human vendor experience since signing up. I get an excellent and simple user experience for my clients, low fees, and a responsive and innovative customer support team that lets me collaborate on creating a more meaningful product.

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Jared Bona
Bona Law

Confido offers our clients the seamless convenience of paying online. This saves administrative time for us and them and automates an essential part of our business.

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Jennifer Jennings
Haefner Law Office

We have been customers of Confido Legal for approximately one business quarter. We are so glad we switched merchant services providers. It is literally saving us about $1,000 a month or more in merchant services fees. Confido is fully aware of legal accounting and has been able to put our minds at ease. We haven't had one unexpected charge occur, and the customer support is bar none.

Your credit card processing questions, answered

What is law firm credit card processing?

Law firm credit card processing lets attorneys accept client payments by credit or debit card in a way that is PCI compliant and ABA and IOLTA aware. Confido Legal provides secure legal credit card processing so firms can accept credit cards online or in person, keep trust and operating funds separated, and post payments directly into legal billing and practice management workflows.

How do I accept credit card payments for legal services?

Confido Legal offers secure law firm payment processing, enabling attorneys to accept credit card payments, ACH payments, subscription plans, and direct links for legal services. Our platform supports PCI-compliant legal payments, ABA-compliant payments, and trust account credit card transactions while ensuring fast, compliant transactions.

Is credit card processing secure and compliant for law firms?

Yes. Confido Legal provides legal credit card processing that is PCI compliant and designed to meet IOLTA and ABA guidelines. We ensure all attorney credit card payments meet the highest security standards, protecting both your law firm and your clients.

How do you handle credit card chargebacks for attorneys?

Confido's legal credit card payment solution provides detailed transaction records, clear invoicing, and proactive support to minimize chargebacks. If a dispute arises, our dedicated chargeback specialists assist you in resolving it efficiently. Learn more about our process here.  

Can I integrate credit card processing with my law firm's practice management tools?

Yes. Confido Legal integrates seamlessly with leading practice management software, allowing lawyers to accept credit cards at their firm while syncing payments, automating invoices, and tracking legal billing with credit cards in their existing workflow. Please visit our integrations page to see if we integrate with your existing system.

How fast can attorneys get paid with credit card processing?

Payments typically settle within one to two business days, giving law firms faster access to funds. Credit and debit card payments also provide immediate authorization, ensuring attorneys can be confident in their cash flow and reducing billing delays.

Are there fees for legal credit card processing?

Confido Legal charges a simple, flat rate for credit and debit card transactions with no hidden card brand, monthly, annual, or termination fees. Where permitted, attorneys can also pass these fees on to clients using compliant surcharging options. Learn more on our pricing page.

How does credit card processing reduce billing delays?

By offering secure credit card processing, you reduce late payments through automated reminders, instant transactions, and easy online payment choices, allowing you to receive payments on time without chasing them down.

Are there any transaction limits for attorney credit card payments?

Confido Legal supports high-value law firm credit card transactions. Our platform ensures large legal payments are processed securely, fully compliant with trust account requirements, and meet PCI/ABA standards.

How can lawyers shift credit card processing fees to clients?

Confido Legal provides compliant surcharging options, enabling law firms to pass processing fees to clients where allowed by state laws, card brand rules, and attorney ethics requirements. See the rules in your state

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The State Rules on Charging Credit Card Fees to Clients

There are three sets of rules lawyers need to navigate when deciding whether to charge clients a fee for paying with a credit card:

  • The card brand rules (Visa, Mastercard etc.)
  • State laws
  • State rules of professional conduct

This guide shows the applicable rules in each state, complete with links to relevant resources.

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No commitment, just clarity

In a short, no-pressure conversation, we’ll learn how things work at your firm and explore whether Confido Legal could help simplify billing, improve your collection rate, and provide a better client experience.

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