How to Run a Flawless Law Firm Month-End Close in 2026: A Step-by-Step Guide

Month-end close is the financial checkpoint that keeps your law firm compliant, accurate, and decision-ready. Most firms take 7–10 business days to close; the best firms do it in 2–3. This step-by-step guide walks through the exact sequence — time capture, bank reconciliation, trust reconciliation, journal entries, and financial reports.