> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.matter-vault.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Welcome to Matter Vault

> Documentation for firm users — attorneys and paralegals.

Matter Vault is a legal practice management system built for modern law firms. It brings your matters, documents, clients, deadlines, and communications into one place — organized around the way attorneys actually work.

## What you can do in Matter Vault

* **Manage matters** — track every case or matter from open to close, with full party lists, deadlines, and status history
* **Store documents in Google Drive** — every matter gets its own Drive folder automatically; files uploaded through Matter Vault are organized and integrity-verified
* **Analyze documents with AI** — Matter Vault can automatically categorize, summarize, and tag documents after upload
* **Track deadlines and SOL dates** — statute of limitations deadlines are calculated automatically from the date of loss; custom deadlines can be added at any time
* **Communicate with clients** — every matter has a unique email inbox and a secure client portal where clients can upload files and receive updates
* **Generate legal documents** — produce pre-filled retainers, HIPAA authorizations, and letters of representation directly from case data

## Who this documentation is for

These docs are for attorneys, paralegals, and firm administrators using Matter Vault. If you are a client who received a portal link, you do not need an account — your link gives you direct access.

## Where to start

If your firm is new to Matter Vault, start here:

1. [Connecting Google Drive](/setup/connecting-google-drive) — required before matters can store files
2. [Firm Profile Setup](/setup/firm-profile-setup) — configure your firm's settings, BATES prefix, and bar compliance
3. [Creating a Matter](/guides/creating-a-matter) — open your first matter and invite your team