How to Upload Documents

Uploading a document to ContactsLaw describes the process of bringing a document from outside the software into the system. Documents can be uploaded manually or cofigured to upload automatically (e.g. through certain Microsoft Outlook server installations).

The below guide considers uploading documents manually into ContactsLaw.

1. Getting Started

The "Upload Document(s)" button appears in the ribbon under the "Create" tab. Alternatively, the Upload Document(s) window can be opened by dragging and dropping a document into ContactsLaw.

2. Browse for Documents

A browse panel will open, allowing you to locate documents on your local PC. You can also drag and drop documents into this window.

3. Handle Attachments

By default, the extract feature separates attachments into individual items. If you don’t want them extracted, turn off the extract option before putting the document into this window. You can also manually extract attachments.

4. Set Destination

Choose where the document will reside. The destination can be a Matter, a Contact or a Workgroup.

Use the search function to select the appropriate destination. This determines the document's permissions. Choose a storage location if needed. Most practices will use the default location.

5. Choose Document Type

• You can select a document type for each document.
• If the document type doesn’t require additional information, the document will be catalogued automatically.
• You can also defer choosing a document type until later ("choose later").
  

6. Upload and Process

Click "Upload." The upload window will minimise, processing items in the background. You can continue working while the documents upload. The "Delete original document(s)" will delete the document from its original location.