Simple Setup

How IoltaGuard Works

Go from signup to a fully operational trust account in under 15 minutes. Seven straightforward steps — and our team is with you every step of the way.

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Step 01

Create Your Account & Set Up Your Firm

Sign up for IoltaGuard in minutes. Enter your firm name, contact details, and billing information. No credit card required during your 30-day free trial.

  • Firm name and contact information
  • Billing attorney details
  • State bar jurisdiction
  • User accounts for your team
Step 02

Add Your Trust Bank Accounts

Connect your IOLTA and other trust bank accounts. Enter your current bank balance as the opening balance. IoltaGuard supports multiple trust accounts for firms with specialized accounts.

  • Add one or more IOLTA accounts
  • Set opening balance from your latest statement
  • Configure account name and bank details
  • Import historical transactions via OFX or CSV
Step 03

Add Clients & Matters

Enter your clients and their associated matters. IoltaGuard maintains a separate ledger balance for every client-matter combination, so you always know whose money is in the account.

  • Create client profiles
  • Add matters linked to each client
  • Set matter types and reference numbers
  • Assign responsible attorneys
Step 04

Record Deposits & Disbursements

Enter trust transactions as they occur. Every deposit and disbursement is linked to the correct client and matter, keeping your individual and overall trust balances accurate at all times.

  • Record client retainer deposits
  • Enter disbursements to clients or vendors
  • Transfer funds between trust accounts
  • Attach notes and reference numbers
Step 05

Print Trust Checks

Generate professional trust account checks directly from IoltaGuard. Print on plain or pre-printed check stock. MICR encoding ensures your checks are accepted by any bank.

  • Select payee, amount, and matter
  • Add memo and check number
  • Print on standard or check-size paper
  • Transaction auto-recorded on print
Step 06

Reconcile Monthly

Complete your required three-way reconciliation every month in minutes — not hours. IoltaGuard automatically compares your trust register, bank statement, and sum of client ledger balances.

  • Import your bank statement (OFX / CSV)
  • Match bank transactions to trust register
  • Identify and resolve any discrepancies
  • Generate signed reconciliation worksheet
Step 07

Generate Reports

Produce all the reports required by your state bar at the push of a button. Share client ledger statements, print the reconciliation worksheet, and export transaction journals for any period.

  • Client ledger statements
  • Three-way reconciliation worksheet
  • Transaction journal by date range
  • Outstanding check list

Common Questions

How long does setup take?

Most firms are fully operational within 15 minutes of signing up. If you're migrating from another system, our team handles the data import — typically completed within 1–2 business days.

Do I need to enter all my history when I start?

No. You can start fresh from your current bank balance. We recommend entering your opening balance from your most recent bank statement and recording new transactions going forward. Your complete history can be migrated separately.

How does the three-way reconciliation work?

Each month, IoltaGuard compares three totals: your trust register balance, your bank statement balance, and the sum of all client ledger balances. All three must agree — any discrepancy is flagged immediately so you can investigate.

Can I print checks right away?

Yes. Once you add a bank account and a payee, you can print checks immediately. IoltaGuard supports standard letter-size check paper and dedicated check stock. MICR font is included.

What if I have multiple IOLTA accounts?

IoltaGuard supports unlimited trust bank accounts. You can have separate accounts for different practice areas, and each account is reconciled independently.

Ready to Get Started?

Start your 30-day free trial today. No credit card required, and our team will help you every step of the way.