ABOUT THE Course
Foundations of Legal Bookkeeping Program
Gain clarity and confidence.
Our Legal Bookkeeping Foundations program provides practical, focused training specific to legal bookkeeping (also known as legal accounting). You'll receive in-depth instruction using industry-standard software such as CosmoLex and PCLaw.
You're likely ready to begin if you already have a solid understanding of general bookkeeping and accounting concepts. However, you are required to complete a short, skills-based test before enrollment to help ensure that you start with the foundational knowledge needed to succeed.
If you’ve mastered the basics of bookkeeping, it’s time to specialize—legal bookkeeping starts here...
Led by a Legal Bookkeeping Professional
Our Legal Bookkeeping training program was designed by Keith Hill, a seasoned Legal Bookkeeper. Keith has utilized his 15+ years of experience as a Legal Bookkeeper, his work as a former college professor of Legal Accounting, and his education to become certified in several of the industry's practice management software to create a course that is in-depth and easy to follow.
Gain the Skills & More
You’ll gain field-ready skills and earn a certificate of completion to demonstrate your successful training. Plus, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to our membership portal for continuous learning and networking.
What you'll learn
Trust & Matter-Centric Accounting
Gain an understanding of how to handle financial transactions related to legal cases or matters
Compliance Standards
Uncover the Law Society and Canada Revenue Agency regulations that relate to law firms.
Practice Management Software
Learn software features: Billing, Reconciliations, Retainer Management, Disbursements, and more.
What the program includes
Downloadable Course Material
Our downloadable content facilitates continuous learning and easy referencing.
Certificate of Completion
Receive a certificate as a testament to your newly acquired skills and knowledge.
End-of-Module Assessments
Quizzes at the end of each module help confirm and reinforce your learning.
Free Access to Assessment and Course Preview.
Enjoy free access to the course preview and skill check to be confident it’s the right fit before you commit.
Community Access
Engage with fellow learners, get community support, and networking opportunities.
Lifetime Access to Content
Unlimited access to current and updated course material in accordance with our Terms & Conditions.
REQUIREMENTS
Course Requirements
This is what's needed to join our program.
Complete a pre-course assessment before course commencement to ensure alignment of the course with your current skill level.
Familiarity with general bookkeeping principles is recommended for a smooth transition into the specifics of legal accounting.
A reliable computer with internet access is necessary to engage with the online course material and software applications.
A commitment to completing the course in a timely manner, maintaining momentum ensures you fully benefit from the learning experience.
Active participation. Engage actively in all course components, including assessments for optimal learning.
why us?
Why learn from us?
We teach you exactly what you need to succeed.
With years of expertise in legal bookkeeping, the course creator brings invaluable insights to help you master the skills needed for success in the field.
Explore, at no cost, our beginning lesson before you commit to the remainder of the program.
Everything you learn is directly applicable to law firm bookkeeping, trust accounting, and compliance, so you're ready for real work...and perhaps even launching out on your own!
We focus on what’s essential and zero in on what law firm bookkeepers really do every day, so you can quickly build confidence and start applying your skills sooner.
We leverage the latest technology to deliver course material in a way that maximizes learning efficiency and effectiveness.
Learn in the comfort of your own space.
Our course is designed to respect your time—each module gets straight to the point with clear, actionable steps.
YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Keith Hill Jr.
Keith’s legal bookkeeping journey began in college in NYC, where he studied accounting and finance. He later helped launch and manage a legal bookkeeping company in Toronto. Years later, Keith founded Bookkeeping Matters, which has become a trusted bookkeeping partner for law firms and a leader in legal bookkeeping education.
As a former college professor of Legal Accounting, Keith brings extensive teaching expertise to his training, crafting materials that blend theory and practical application.
As a writer, Keith contributes regularly to TLOMA Today, the publication of The Law Office Management Association.
Our reviews
What People Say About Us
Your success and satisfaction are our top priorities. Here’s what some of our students say about our training!
Keith is a great instructor...His course is detailed and progressive in its build-up and flows well.
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Steven M
Taking this opportunity to thank you. Great course content and you deliver it very well.
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Khan R
I really enjoyed the course... very thorough... yet still easy to understand and to learn.
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Rea A
FAQs
Questions & Answers!
This course is designed for current bookkeepers who want to specialize in the field of 'legal bookkeeping' -- bookkeeping specifically for law firms in Canada.
If your results suggest you need a refresher, we’ll recommend that you strengthen your bookkeeping fundamentals understanding before enrolling again.
We offer free access to both the readiness assessment and Module 1. This gives you the chance to see if the course is the right fit for your goals—and if you’re the right fit for the material.
Once you've completed these, you'll have the option to purchase full access to the remaining modules. Contact us for the current course price and any available promotions.
No legal background is required.
We provide guided training using industry-standard software like CosmoLex, PCLaw and others, helping you learn the tools law firms actually use. However, the core focus is on the principles of legal bookkeeping, which apply regardless of which practice management software you work with.
have a question?
Contact us for more information!
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Call: 1-800-893-2820, option 3
