Subscription · From $49/user/month billed annually
Best for: Solo attorneys and small firms wanting native e-signature, texting, and payments bundled in, with full trust accounting available on the top tier.
At a Glance
Filevine
MyCase
PracticePanther
Primary category
Legal
Legal
Legal
Rating
Not documented
Not documented
Not documented
Pricing model
Custom / Quote-based
Subscription
Subscription
Starting price
Custom pricing, contact sales
$50/user/month (billed annually)
$49/user/month billed annually
Free plan
Not documented
Not documented
Not documented
Free trial
Yes
Yes
Yes
Platforms
Web, iOS, Android
Web, iOS, Android
Web, iOS, Android
Team collaboration
Not documented
Not documented
Not documented
AI features
Yes
Not documented
Not documented
Public API
Yes
Not documented
Yes
Standout Differences
Transparent Tiered Pricing
MyCase and PracticePanther both publish clear per-user monthly pricing across their tiers, while Filevine builds custom packages around selected modules and requires a sales conversation.
MyCase, PracticePanther
Firm-Wide AI Knowledge Graph
Filevine's LOIS assistant draws on a legal knowledge graph of more than 40 million matters and can draft, summarize, and surface insights across an entire firm's caseload.
Filevine
Native Communication and Payments Built In
MyCase and PracticePanther both include native two-way texting and online payment processing directly in the platform, reducing the need for third-party add-ons.
MyCase, PracticePanther
AI Writing Assistant at the Mid Tier
MyCase's 8am IQ writing assistant becomes available starting at its Pro plan, with an expanded case assistant and OCR discovery review added at the Advanced tier.
MyCase
Feature-by-Feature
Pricing
Feature
Filevine
MyCase
PracticePanther
Published self-serve pricing
Unavailable
Available
Available
Free trial
Available
Not documented
Available
Case and Billing
Feature
Filevine
MyCase
PracticePanther
Trust or IOLTA accounting
Available
Available
Limited
Native e-signature
Available
Limited
Limited
Online payment processing
Available
Available
Available
AI and Communication
Feature
Filevine
MyCase
PracticePanther
AI writing or case assistant
Available
Limited
Not documented
Native two-way texting
Not documented
Limited
Limited
Pricing Compared
Starting price reflects the lowest paid tier, not the full cost for every team size or usage level.
Filevine
Custom — Custom pricing Contact sales
MyCase
Basic — $50/user/month annual ($60 monthly) Monthly or annual
Pro — $100/user/month annual ($120 monthly) Monthly or annual
Advanced — $130/user/month annual ($150 monthly) Monthly or annual
PracticePanther
Solo — $49/user/month billed annually ($59/user/month monthly) monthly or annual
Essential — $69/user/month billed annually ($79/user/month monthly) monthly or annual
Business — $89/user/month billed annually ($99/user/month monthly) monthly or annual
Business Pro — $114/user/month billed annually ($124/user/month monthly) monthly or annual
Pros & Cons
Filevine
Pros
AI (LOIS) is deeply embedded across the entire platform rather than offered as a separate bolt-on chat tool.
Strong reputation among reviewers, with roughly a 4.8/5 rating on G2 and 4.6/5 on Capterra.
Broad module coverage (intake through depositions to signatures) reduces the need for separate point solutions.
Backed by substantial, well-known venture investors (Insight Partners, Accel), suggesting long-term platform investment and stability.
Cons
No public pricing; firms must go through a sales process to get a quote, which can slow down evaluation.
Custom, quote-based pricing makes it harder to comparison-shop against flat-rate competitors like Clio or MyCase.
Deep, module-based platform can carry a steeper learning curve for very small or solo practices with simple needs.
Some customer feedback across review sources flags inconsistent support experiences.
MyCase
Pros
All-in-one billing, trust accounting, and case management in one subscription
Client portal streamlines attorney-client communication
Tiered pricing lets small firms start affordably and scale up features
AI-assisted document and case tools on higher tiers
Backed by AffiniPay/8am's broader legal and payments ecosystem
Cons
No free tier; pricing is per-user and can add up for larger firms
Most automation and AI features are gated behind the Pro and Advanced tiers
Company has changed ownership multiple times, which can affect roadmap continuity
Some advanced features (open API, capacity-style reporting) are limited to the top tier
Pricing is higher than the most basic legal software alternatives
PracticePanther
Pros
All-in-one platform covering case management, billing, and trust accounting
Native e-signature, texting, and payment processing reduce the need for third-party add-ons
Unlimited data storage and mobile apps included on every tier
Meaningful discount for annual billing across all plans
Strong fit for solo and small firms needing compliance-grade trust accounting
Cons
Full trust and operating accounting suite is locked behind the most expensive Business Pro tier
Per-user pricing scales up quickly for larger firms
Some advanced features (custom fields, custom security roles) require upgrading beyond the entry Solo plan
Interface and reporting depth trail some larger, more specialized legal-billing platforms
7-day free trial is shorter than some competitors' trial periods
Use Cases
Choose Filevine: Large or high-volume plaintiff-side firms and legal teams wanting a firm-wide AI layer and custom packages built around specific modules.
Choose MyCase: Small to mid-sized firms wanting all-in-one billing, trust accounting, and an AI writing assistant at clear tiered pricing.
Choose PracticePanther: Solo attorneys and small firms wanting native e-signature, texting, and payments bundled in, with full trust accounting available on the top tier.
Filevine
High-volume personal injury and mass tort practices — Firms managing large caseloads of similar matter types use Filevine's Matters and Intake modules alongside LOIS to standardize workflows and speed up case evaluation and document drafting.
Government legal offices — Prosecutors, public defenders, and state or local agencies use Filevine to manage case files, deadlines, and evidence collaboration across large teams of attorneys.
Corporate and Big Law legal departments — Larger legal teams use Filevine's document assembly, contract management, and API integrations to connect case data with existing accounting and business systems.
MyCase
Solo and small law firm management — Solo practitioners and small firms use MyCase to consolidate case tracking, billing, and client communication.
Trust accounting compliance — Firms use MyCase's built-in IOLTA trust accounting to stay compliant with bar requirements.
Client communication and intake — Firms use the client portal, texting, and intake forms to streamline new client onboarding.
PracticePanther
Solo attorney case management — A solo practitioner manages matters, tracks billable time, and invoices clients from a single platform.
Small firm trust accounting compliance — A small firm handling client retainers uses Business Pro's trust and operating accounting to stay compliant with IOLTA rules.
Client communication and intake — A firm uses native two-way texting, intake forms, and e-signature to speed up new-client onboarding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Filevine publish self-serve pricing like MyCase and PracticePanther?
No. Filevine builds custom packages around the modules a firm selects and requires a sales conversation for a quote, while MyCase and PracticePanther both publish clear per-user monthly tiers.
Which platform includes AI features at the lowest price point?
Filevine's LOIS assistant is built into its packages from the start. MyCase's 8am IQ writing assistant requires stepping up to the Pro tier, and PracticePanther does not document a dedicated AI assistant feature in its plans.
Which of the three includes trust accounting on its entry-level plan?
MyCase includes trust accounting on its Basic tier. PracticePanther's full trust and operating accounting suite is reserved for its top Business Pro plan, and Filevine supports trust accounting through its LawPay integration.
Do all three offer mobile apps?
Yes. All three platforms support iOS and Android mobile access, letting attorneys and staff manage cases, documents, and billing away from their desks.
Which is best suited to high-volume plaintiff-side practices?
Filevine has built particularly deep functionality for personal injury, mass torts, and other high-volume plaintiff-side practice areas, while MyCase and PracticePanther are generally positioned toward solo and small firm practices across a broader range of specialties.
What free trial options are available?
PracticePanther offers a 7-day free trial and Filevine offers a free trial before purchase. Free trial availability for MyCase is not documented in the available pricing data.