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Business and practice benefits to help you in the New Year

By NJSBA Staff posted 01-02-2018 10:58 AM

  
Have you taken a look at your member benefits lately? There might be something you need, maybe something new, or something that can save you money.

The business and practice portion of the New Jersey State Bar Association member benefits menu offers an array of discounted products and services, including law practice management software, payroll and accounting software, insurance programs, technology products, credit card processing, delivery and virtual receptionist services.

A new face on the member benefits platform is Patriot Software, a small business payroll and accounting software provider. A 10 percent discount on full-service payroll and 60-day free trial are offered to NJSBA members. Participants can access a free employee portal, free direct deposit, and unlimited payroll runs. Members also receive discounts on Patriot Software’s accounting and 1099 products.

Another offering from SurePayroll provides these services to small businesses and also solutions for managing 401(K) plans, health insurance, workers’ compensation, and employee screening. With SurePayroll, NJSBA members can save from 40-70 percent when compared to traditional providers.

Ruby Receptionists provides professional, live receptionists to handle calls that leave the right impression with customers and extends a six percent discount to NJSBA members. They recently shared an article on the power of first impressions. “Don’t miss your chance to build trust with customers. Make sure your first interaction is a prompt, positive introduction to your small business.” Read it here

Cloud-based law practice management systems and software are critical tools for any solo and small-firm practitioner. It can help with billing, accounting, trust accounting, calendaring, document management – everything for running the office. A host of offerings are available with discounts for members. Clio, CosmoLex, LEAP, and MyCase offer NJSBA members a 10 percent discount. Zola Suite extends a 15 percent discount for their software.

For secure file sharing, members can turn to Citrix ShareFile and get a 10 percent discount. Citrix ShareFile provides law firms of all sizes with unlimited storage, instant notification and access to files, robust tracking and reporting.

LawPay credit card processing is recommended by over 50 bar associations in the country, and New Jersey State Bar Association members can save up to 25 percent off credit card processing fees with this member benefit. Additional perks from LawPay include no start-up costs, compliance, and fraud and chargeback protection.

The NJSBA has teamed up with Lenovo, a leader in the PC marketplace, for savings on its entire line of technology products and services. NJSBA members can save up to 30 percent on laptops, tablets, desktops, all-in-ones, workstations, servers and accessories, and get free ground shipping on all web orders. Lenovo frequently offers monthly specials. It’s a great idea to check their website often.

Members can look to USI Affinity for the right fit for their insurance needs. They represent all insurance companies in New Jersey and have been serving attorneys for over 50 years. USI works with bar association members to research the best insurance plan for individual or law firm needs and will walk members through the process of selecting the right insurance plan. USI is the insurance administrator of group insurance programs for qualified NJSBA members.

NJSBA members can take advantage of a range of discounts from UPS. From up to 18 percent on ground shipments, 32 percent on international imports and exports, 30 percent on air packages, and 34 percent on air letters, members can also save up to 50 percent on a variety of services for up to four weeks after enrollment.

And finally, members can save on a plethora of offerings available through National Purchasing Partners. Some of the discounts extended through NPP are from Verizon, Expedia, Staples, Best Buy, Office Depot, 1-800-Flowers, and LifeLock.

Get complete details about these member benefits and more at njsba.com.

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