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Approving Work & Releasing Payment

Learn how to review your lawyer's submitted work and release payment when you're satisfied.

Important

Once you release payment, it cannot be reversed. Only approve when you're fully satisfied with the work.

When Work Is Submitted

When your lawyer completes a milestone, they click "Submit for Approval." You'll receive:

  • Email notification
  • Dashboard notification
  • Milestone status changes to "Pending Approval"

How to Review & Approve

  1. 1

    Go to Your Case

    Navigate to the case with the pending milestone

  2. 2

    Review the Submission

    Read the lawyer's summary, check any attached documents or deliverables

  3. 3

    Decide Your Action

    Approve & Release

    Work meets expectations

    Request Revisions

    Minor changes needed

  4. 4

    Confirm Release

    If approving, confirm the payment release. Lawyer receives funds within 2-3 days.

What If I'm Not Satisfied?

Request Revisions

If work needs minor changes, message your lawyer with specific feedback. They can revise and resubmit.

File a Dispute

If there are significant issues you can't resolve directly, file a dispute. Funds remain in escrow while our team reviews.

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