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Filevine vs LexNebulis

Both stand on legal practice management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Filevine

Free plan APIWeb

Choose Filevine if your legal team needs a platform spanning matters, documents, intake, depositions, or billing, with packages tailored to the organization. LOIS Explore offers free AI research and drafting, but teams seeking Filevine Case Management need a package that includes it.

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LexNebulis

Free plan Open source APILinuxSelf-hosted+1

LexNebulis covers core firm operations alongside legal workflows, integrations, and security measures. Firms need to be prepared to host it and meet its listed server requirements.

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The facts

FilevineLexNebulis
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedYes
Runs onAPI, WebAPI, Linux, Self-hosted, Web
Lowest paid planFree or on requestFree or on request
Plans published41
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitefilevine.comgithub.com
On legal practice management software#5 of 140#1 of 140

Filevine: what it does well

  • Matter tools track tasks, contacts, deadlines, and calendars.
  • Document tools include advanced search and secure file sharing.
  • Intake tools can capture, qualify, and route leads automatically.
  • Deposition features include transcription, summaries, and a searchable library.
  • Matters includes time tracking, invoice management, and online payments.

What to know first

  • Mobile apps are not offered.
  • LOIS Explore does not connect to Filevine Case Management.
  • Filevine package pricing is tailored to the organization.

LexNebulis: what it does well

  • Combines matter management with trust accounting.
  • Supports LEDES exports and UTBMS codes.
  • Connects to listed payment and storage services.
  • Free for commercial use under Apache 2.0.
  • Includes an append-only, hash-chained audit log.

What to know first

  • Requires Docker and Docker Compose v2.
  • Needs at least 2 GB RAM and 10 GB disk.
  • Installation calls for a Linux server.

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