Acumin Documentation

Team - How to mass update of team members at the client and matter level


Overview

This feature allows you to replace or update team members across multiple clients and/or matters at once.

⚠️ To use this feature, you must have both:

  • Permission #443

  • Permission #425

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Access the Mass Update Feature

  • Go to: Other > Mass Update of Role-Holders at the Client and Matter Level

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2. Fill In the Required Fields (Process Definition Tab)

In the Mass Team Role(s) Update Process window, complete the following mandatory fields:

  • From Member: Select the team member you want to replace

  • To Member: Select the team member who will take over the role

  • Role(s) Change As Of: Enter the effective date for the change (used for historical reporting)

  • Reason: Provide a reason for the change (shown in the Team Activity Log)

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3. Set Your Parameters

Choose how and where you want the update to apply:

  • ✔️ Role Change at Client Level

  • ✔️ Role Change at Matter Level

You can select one or both. For clarity, we recommend updating one level at a time.

Then define:

  • Client and Matter Status: Filter by status (e.g., Active, Closed)

  • Client and Team Roles: Select which roles to update (e.g., Strategic Partner, Billing Lawyer)

4. Execute the Update

  • Click Execute

  • A confirmation prompt will appear (the action is irreversible)

  • Click Yes to proceed

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5. Review the Results

After execution:

  • Results for client-level changes will appear under: Results – Client Team Change

  • Results for matter-level changes will appear under: Results – Matter Team Change

You can print the result list using the Print List View option.

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Example

Let’s say member #75, Frank Campbell, is listed as the Strategic Partner for a client. The firm wants to replace him with member #76, Lisa Wilson, effective January 1st, 2025.

After following the steps above and executing the update:

  • Lisa Wilson (#76) is now listed as the Strategic Partner

  • The change is recorded in the Team Activity Log

  • You can view it by clicking on Changes Log


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