Stop Waiting 90 Days for Legal Fee Payments
Legal firms typically wait 45-75 days for client payments whilst managing high operational costs and payroll commitments. Equisettle automates your accounts receivable to accelerate payments and eliminate the awkwardness of chasing prestigious clients for overdue invoices.
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Client payments averaging 60-90 days whilst partner salaries and office costs continue monthly
Difficulty pursuing overdue payments from corporate clients without damaging ongoing legal relationships
✓ Collections running in the background, 24/7, without being asked
✓ "It's like having an extra finance team member — without the salary."
✓ Cash flow you can predict — not just hope for
✓ Finance team spending time on strategy, not spreadsheets
Live in 48 hours. No IT team required.
Connect your accounting software, and Equisettle handles the rest. Your dedicated success manager gets you fully live within two working days.
Frequently asked questions
How does Equisettle help law firms collect from corporate clients faster?
Equisettle automates the full collections lifecycle for law firms — from first reminder to final demand. It tracks payment behaviour by client, identifies accounts that consistently pay late, and escalates appropriately without requiring partner involvement for routine chasing.
How does Equisettle handle high-value legal invoices professionally?
Equisettle sends professionally worded reminders that match your firm's communication standards. You control tone, timing, and escalation rules for each client tier — ensuring large corporate clients receive appropriate treatment while still being chased effectively.
Does Equisettle integrate with legal accounting software?
Equisettle integrates with Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, and FreeAgent. If your practice uses a specialist legal accounts system, invoice data can typically be exported and synced manually or via CSV.
What is the average DSO for UK law firms?
UK law firms average 60-75 days DSO, with corporate clients often pushing 90+ days on large matters. Law firms using Equisettle typically reduce DSO by 20-30 days through systematic automated chasing.
Can Equisettle help law firms reduce bad debt write-offs?
Yes. Equisettle's predictive analytics identify clients showing early signs of payment difficulty — enabling proactive action before invoices become seriously overdue. Early intervention significantly reduces the value of debts written off each year.