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Tabs3 Software offers intuitive legal billing and practice management solutions that combine security with advanced performance. Our fully integrated suite of products features unmatched customizability with flexible, work-anywhere functionality and outstanding, U.S.-based support.

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Office Manager

I have been using this software for over 15 years and I still love it. With every upgrade they have listened and thoughtfully made great upgrades.

Owner

You have to do a reverse update to open and print old charges which is annoying when that info is needed. I print the bill each month so that I have the record handy.

Office Administrator

They are very good about updating the software on a regular basis and listen to the users comments and requests for upgrades. I like that it integrates well with all of the modules of software.

Office Administrator/Bookkeeper

This billing software serves our purpose and does everything we need it to do. The customer support is outstanding.

This is a very good product for a small firm. User friendly and very easy to learn.

Easy to use and administer. Able to figure out how to accomplish what I need to do with the built-in help or through the online knowledge base.

President

It is comprehensive and integrates all areas of the law practice. The company (STI) is meticulous in producing bug-free software, and they are immediately responsive to all support questions.

Installation and use of Tabs3 have exceeded our expectations. Attys and staff quickly learned it and like the ability to see a graph of their hours daily.

Partner

Excellent Product with Top rate Customer Service.

atttorney - solo

The overall experience is been excellent especially the prompt response to support.

We have replaced a third party file management system with the document manager feature and have saved money as well as now having a fully integrated solution for our documents.

I've had a great experience with TABS, our firm has been using this software since 1993.

Paralegal

I used Tabs3 to enter attorney billing as well as my own paralegal billing. It was a huge help not only organizing, but going back to create a cost trail.

Admin Mgr

Support is exceptional and I appreciate the account managers you provide. They are very experienced and patient.

Somewhat uncomfortable with use for flat fees.

It is very user friendly and most always the information you need is quickly accessed, if not right at your fingertips.

Attorney

It is very difficult to navigate and hard to learn if you are not trained well, and especially if you do not have significant bookkeeping experience.

Firm Administrator

He took the time to explain and show me what we need to do to correct the problem.

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It is very good software and has great customer support.

Frank, thank you for taking the time to submit your comments. We think that our software and support are top-notch; it’s nice to see that you do as well. Thanks again!

Jay C. Sr. Training Specialist

I've been using Tabs3 for over 16 years. It's by far the BEST accounting/practice management software on the market. I've never had a problem that tech support couldn't fix!

We LOVE Tabs3 Software

Heather, thank you for your glowing comment. I have also submitted your enhancement suggestion to our Development Team for consideration. Thanks again!

Jay C., Sr. Training Specialist

TABS3 for Legal Billing

Kristen, we are happy that you find the software intuitive and easy to use, and we appreciate your review! 

Tabs3 Billing also integrates with our practice management software, PracticeMaster. It has a wide range of functionality, including creating and sharing documents.

If you want to learn more, call us at (402) 423-1440 or email sales@tabs3.com. Thanks again!

JayC, Sr. Training Specialist


I have had very few issues with the software ... and all were easily resolved by the support staff at TABS3.

Best Billing Software for Sole Practitioner

Michael, we are happy that you are so satisfied with our product. Thank you for the kind words!
Jay C. Sr. Training Specialist

Bookkeeper

Amy, thank you for your comments. Tabs3's Matter Manager providing a "one-stop shop" of information and using report definitions to quickly generate accurate reports are both powerful tools the software provides. We're glad that you are enjoying them! I have made note of your request to generate 1099-S forms through the financials modules and have submitted it to our Development Team for consideration. If you have any additional suggestions, please submit them directly to our staff through wishlist@tabs3.com. Thanks again for your review!

Jay C. Sr. Training Specialist

I've been using this software continuously since the late 1980s and it keeps getting better.

Tabs3 is a great product

Eilene,

Thank you for submitting your review of Tabs3!  I too love the way I can use keyboard shortcuts instead of having to grab the mouse all the time.  There are ways we can increase the font to make it easier to view.  Please contact our support team and they can assist you! 

Thank you for being a long time customer of Tabs3 Software. 

Myrna J., Sr. Training Specialist

Great! But not perfect

Peter, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! There are some notifications for verification lists that can be turned off in the software--please reach out to Support for help on getting those removed! I will make sure your request for the others is forwarded. Thanks again! - Emily L., Software Trainer

We have used the product for over 30 years and are impressed with the continued updating to keep current with new technology.  I am looking forward to one day being able to "dial" the client through VOIP integration already in the office.

Reliable and Convenient

Excellent choice for attorneys looking for robust options and execllent accounting integration

George, Thank you for taking the time out of your day to leave us such a kind review! We appreciate your questions when you do give us a call. Thanks again! - Emily L., Software Trainer

We have used Tabs3 for billing since before I started (16 years ago), but we used another practice management software for a while before switching to PracticeMaster.  We recently made the change from the basic version to the Platinum version.  The price difference was the hurdle, but the features in Platinum are valuable.   Support has been very good over the years. 

Satisfied Customer

Katherine, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We appreciate your feedback. There are some tools available to pull data from other areas of the software for reports--if you're interested, reach out to Support and we can talk to you about them! Thanks again! - Emily L., Software Trainer

The Tabs3 software was already installed at this firm when I started.  They had been using it for about 10 years before I started.  It was easy to get use to for time and billing features.   There were some features that were not being utilized, but I was able to review the system and advise on new aspects that make it easier to read and comprehend.


Tab3 Software

Cynthia, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a review! We hope you're enjoying all the new-to-you features you've found, as well as the new ones we're adding! - Emily L., Software Trainer

It is very difficult to navigate and hard to learn if you are not trained well, and especially if you do not have significant bookkeeping experience.  Would not recommend this to anyone. 

Cumbersome and Outdated

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We've been working hard on adding features and streamlining the workflow between different programs over the last year or so. I'd definitely suggest taking a look at the new Tabs3 Matter Manager in Version 2020 for a comprehensive look at what's happened recently on a matter! Version 2020 has also added dashboards to all the modules for keeping up to date with what you need to do at a glance. Thank you again for taking the time to leave a review--we hear you, and we hope that we can make Tabs3 a product you'd be happy to recommend. - Emily L., Software Trainer

Excellent experience. Great overall. No complaints. Great people to work with!

Tabs 3 is a great product for small to midsize law firms

I have been using Tabs3 for years in a main billing user function.  However, over the past 2 years I have been using it as an Administrator and Billing Specialist.  It is super friendly and I love the ease in preparing invoices, applying payments, as well as the all the different details reports available for review. 

Tabs3!

Jennifer, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a review! We appreciate it very much. If there's anything else we can do to help, please let us know! - Emily L., Software Trainer

We recommend using all of the products, including trust accounting, check writing, TABS and Practicemaster.  They link together, so information only has to be entered once.  The reports that can be run keep you on top of all your deadlines and cases.  

Review of Tabs3 Suite 

George, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We appreciate hearing your feedback. If there's anything we can do to help, please let us know! - Emily L., Software Trainer

Capturing much more time for each time keeper.

Excellent Support for Outstanding Time, Billing, and Practice Management

Daniel, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave us a review! We appreciate it. If there's anything we can do to help, please let us know! - Emily L., Software Trainer

I keep everything about my business in Tabs3, PracticeMaster and the Tabs3 Financials.  When I am out of the office I get to my data with Tabs3 Connect.

Use It, Love It, Recommend It

Don, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We appreciate it very much. - Emily L., Software Trainer

I really like the software because I can pull time and expenses quickly. I had another firm ask how come I can quickly get the information needed out of my system. I recommended this software to them and sent them your information.

Class Action Law Firm

Patty, thank you very much for taking the time to leave a review, and for recommending us! We appreciate your input, and I'll forward your request for populating client information into APS to our product development team! - Emily L., Software Trainer

The integration features of the billing, accounts payable, general ledger and trust accounting are wonderful and such a time saver.  The credit card payment feature is seamless and so easy to use.

Multi-functional software

Luann, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a review! We appreciate it very much! - Emily L., Software Trainer

User Friendly 

Gwana, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a review! It is possible to look up statement numbers in the payment entry screen depending on how your statements are numbered between clients, please contact Technical Support for more info. We appreciate your input very much! - Emily L., Software Trainer

I've been using TABS3 software since about 1998.  Having TABS3 Software and its integrated software modules make billing, case management, accounts payable, GL and trust accounting a breeze.  TABS3 software bills are easy for clients to read making it easier for them to pay.  It's easy to maneuver in, make changes on a draft basis and the like.  Pulling information from TABS3 software for analytics makes my job easier to determine timekeeper production, fields of practice viability, and financial progress.  And bank reconciliations - nice!  PracticeMaster manages information at-a-glance - no more pulling paper files or going to other programs to find it.  TABS3 software is one of our most valuable tools.

Love STI Products

Martha, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a review! We appreciate your input very much! We have made some changes to credits in version 19 that may help with your discounts and streamlining entry in AP--please reach out to Technical Support if you're interested in more information! - Emily L., Software Trainer

Love this software!

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a review! We appreciate your input very much! - Emily L., Software Trainer

This is a huge improvement to our old method of running reports to calculate costs for mediations, so I have to say its a great feature to have. I can log in and generate multiple reports needed in just seconds. It's great. 

Easy to Use 

Stefanie, Thank you again for taking the time to review! If you have any questions or suggestions for improvement, we welcome them at any time. - Emily L., Sr. Technical Support Representative

I am currently in the process of updating all my systems and they have been amazing to work with. Everything I have asked for has been completed. 

Highly recommended

I have utilized TABS3 and it's corresponding modules in firms I have worked for since 1991.  I find the program to be user friendly and robust in the features it offers.  Module integration allows for seamless flow throughout the programs.  

TABS3 customer support is the best I have ever worked with.  I can always count on their customer support representatives to assist me with any problem I may encounter.  Support representatives will see your problem until it is resolved to your satisfaction.  

As a company, TABS3 is open to suggestions for changes/additions to its programs.  They are very open to user feedback.

If you are considering a switch from your time, billing, and accounting software, I highly recommend you review TABS3.  I think you will be very happy you did.

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