Practice Management
Actionstep review for Australian law firms
Highly customisable cloud practice management for midsize firms
Pricing and product features can change. This profile is general information, not a vendor quote or professional recommendation.
Actionstep overview
Actionstep is a global cloud-based law firm management platform originally developed in New Zealand, targeting midsize law firms that require highly customisable workflows. In 2023, Actionstep acquired Perth-based FilePro, and in October 2024 it acquired Brisbane-based LawMaster, significantly expanding its Australian presence and mid-market capabilities. The combined business now serves a broad range of Australian firms. The platform includes full accounting, matter management, document automation, and a legal CRM, with built-in Australian legal templates. It is ATO-whitelisted and STP-compliant for payroll, and includes AI-powered features for time capture and client intake.
Key capabilities
Actionstep's defining characteristic is its highly configurable workflow engine, which allows firms to model their own matter workflows without custom development. The platform includes full general and trust accounting, removing the need for a separate accounting system. Its ATO-whitelisted status and STP-compliant payroll make it suitable for firms managing their own payroll. Australian legal templates are included for common practice areas.
- Workflow Automation
- Matter Management
- Document Management & Automation
- Microsoft Office Integration
- Email Management
- Legal CRM
- Trust & General Accounting
- Legal Billing
- Australian Legal Templates
- AI Features (time capture, intake)
- Mobile App
- ATO Whitelisted
Pricing information
Per user plus implementation fees. Custom quote required. Some users report $379–$439/user/month.
Best suited to
Small-to-large law firms across mixed practice, bankruptcy, family, immigration, and commercial law
Integrations
Outlook / Office 365, Xero, QuickBooks Online, Google Drive, Zapier, Box, Bundledocs, First AML, Thirdfort
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