Setting Up Criminal Matter Tags

Matter Tags in LiraDocs allow you to categorize and track criminal law cases effectively. You can assign tags to indicate the type of crime, case status, or key legal events.

Criminal Law Matter Tag Examples

1️⃣ Types of Felonies & Misdemeanors

Use these tags to categorize cases based on the offense type:

• Murder (First-degree, Second-degree, Manslaughter)
• Robbery (Armed, Unarmed)
• Sexual Assault
• Assault & Battery
• Arson
• Drug Offenses (Possession, Trafficking, Distribution)
• DUI/DWI
• Theft & Fraud

💡 Tip: You can also break down offenses by degree (e.g., First-degree Arson, Second-degree Murder).

2️⃣ Case Status & Key Events

Track the progress of a criminal case with these tags:

• Pending Investigation
• Preliminary Hearing
• Plea Bargaining
• Set for Trial
• Pretrial Motions
• Out on Bail
• Discovery Phase
• Awaiting Sentencing

How to Assign or Edit Matter Tags

1️⃣ Open the case in LiraDocs.
2️⃣ Click the ➕ at the top right to add:

• Staff Tags (for internal tracking).
• Custom Tags (to define case details).
  3️⃣ Click outside the tag box to save.
  4️⃣ Use Edit Tags to update or add more tags later.

Did You Know?

✅ You can filter and organize cases on the home screen using Matter Tags.
✅ Tags help in running reports for specific case types or case statuses.
✅ Custom tags ensure your firm maintains a clear and structured workflow.