An Intuitive Solution for UAE Firms: How Aikyam Law Offices Boosts Efficiency with Clio

When launching Aikyam Law Offices, Founder and Principal Daksh Ahluwalia had big goals in mind. Conceptualised in 2022 and launched in September 2023, the firm builds on a previous collaboration in the UAE. 

With years of experience handling complex legal issues for international clients, Daksh and his team leverage Clio’s software for operational efficiency. Based in Dubai, Aikyam Law Offices specialises in legal matters for UAE, GCC, and international clients.

How Clio provides a comprehensive legal management solution for Aikyam Law Offices

After establishing Aikyam Law Offices, the team sought user-friendly legal management software to meet their flexible fee structures and diverse client needs. They needed a platform to support unique billing requirements, provide transparency, and enhance firm management. After evaluating several options, they chose Clio for its superior features and ease of use.

Below, Daksh shares why Clio has been the right solution for their growing firm.

1. Using Clio means More Time for You

Ease of use is crucial for effective legal management. Fortunately, as Daksh shares, Clio’s intuitive interface and efficiency made the transition smooth.

“We were comfortable with Clio because it’s very user-friendly. It has a mobile app that actually works, which is crucial for us as we often need to manage our tasks on the go,” says Daksh.

2. Clio enhances firm adaptability and transparency

Clio’s flexible fee structure options have been a game-changer for Aikyam Law Offices. With Clio, the firm can now adapt to various client preferences, whether the clients prefer hourly fees, itemised fixed fees, or consolidated fixed fees. This flexibility—combined with Clio’s ability to generate detailed activity reports—has greatly enhanced transparency both for clients and within the firm.

3. Create Matters on the go and in minutes

Clio’s intuitive mobile app is another standout feature for boosting simplicity and efficiency at Aikyam Law Offices. As Daksh emphasises, the app allows them to set up matters, record time entries, and manage billing even while travelling.  

4. Clio provides the training and support needed for easy onboarding

To onboard the team effectively, Aikyam Law Offices utilised Clio’s training resources and videosensured the transition to Clio was smooth.

As Daksh notes, the continuous availability of Clio’s Customer Support Team who operate 24/5 has also been beneficial, especially as the firm plans to onboard new members as the team grows.

Clio’s top features for Law Firms in the UAE

Since Aikyam Law Offices implemented Clio as its legal management solution, several Clio features have significantly impacted the firm’s operations, including:

Template invoices:

Administratively, the ability to use and customise template invoices streamlines the firm’s billing process—saving time and helping to ensure straightforward billing practices.

Matter management:

With Clio, setting up new matters is quick and straightforward, reducing the possibility of missing billable entries that may otherwise slip through the cracks.

Time entry duplication:

For repetitive tasks, the ability to duplicate time entries and make minor modifications helps the firm maximise time while eliminating duplicate work.

Clio: The right solution for Emirati law firms to grow and thrive

Since implementing Clio, Daksh and the Aikyam Law Offices team have managed their practice across multiple locations. Clio’s user-friendly interface, flexibility, and robust features have helped the firm maintain high standards of service and transparency.

Now, as Aikyam Law Offices continues to grow and expand as a practice, Clio remains a vital part of the firm’s operational strategy, enabling them to effectively meet the diverse needs of their clients.