We’re back with another update on recent releases to Metwork, our first-of-its-kind legal networking software. Our expanding team of talented designers and developers has been hard at work, and their efforts shine through in this latest release. 

From streamlined functionality to improved user experience, our recent updates are designed to help forge strong connections and optimize legal networking. Discover the power of positive relationships as we continue to bring new enhancements and features to Metwork. 

Check out our latest releases below.

March Release

Find connections easier in and out of your Network.

Members are now able to see connections in their network in a specific law field. The law fields in each member’s Network dashboard display connections as users hover their mouse over the field. If the user clicks on a specific field, the algorithm will display suggested connections.

Organize association events using the calendar.

Association events are now listed in chronological order according to the calendar, with the next event at the top of the list.

Become a founding member.

A new offer was launched: founding members receive a complimentary year of Metwork membership. The payment process was updated to reflect this offer.

April Release

Connect with attorneys and paralegals across the country using the new Community Forum.

The new community forum allows members to create topics to discuss industry trends, seek advice, or chat about interests. 

Create groups and committees from your association dashboard.

We fixed a bug that prevented members from adding a new group or committee directly from their association’s dashboard.  

Attract new association members with visible descriptions.

Association descriptions, including sections such as “About Us” and “Why Join,” are now visible for potential members to view. 

Join Metwork through your association. 

Association memberships are now possible, with manager profiles added immediately and an automated onboarding process available to association members.

Refresh your referral queue more efficiently.

With the click of one button, members can now easily put a new queue together if their referral has been declined or timed out.

The latest updates are currently live and available to all users. Join now to become a founding member and enjoy your first year of Metwork for free. The future of legal is collaborative.

Our design and development teams were at it again, bringing new enhancements to Metwork users.

In our February release, we've made navigating referrals easier with clearer interfaces and more flexible fee options. Bug fixes ensure a smoother experience for members, from easily accessing membership plans to enjoying tailored network recommendations. 

Check out all the details below. 

Enhancements and Improvements:

• We've spruced up the Referral terms interface, making it simpler for members to spot new terms during the referral process. 
• Members can now set their referral fees by increments of 0.5, making it easier to get things just right. 
• Emails were updated across referrals and onboarding, ensuring they were clear and concise. 

Bug Fixes:

• Fixed a bug that prevented members from viewing membership plans correctly.
• Referral genius suggestions now only showcase attorneys within members’ networks, ensuring every recommendation is relevant.
• Members can now accept an invitation to join an association and select a plan before checking out. 
• Fixed a bug that prevented the referral discussion tab from updating properly.
• Association members can now fill out and send feedback forms to their associations. 
• Referrals no longer appear on a member’s referral index once they have been declined.
• Members can now upload HEIC image files.

The new year brings enhanced features across the board. Amongst those features are the option for more privacy and more opportunities for public discussion. We've also focused on increased data transparency and options that allow members to control how their personal information is displayed.

Find a full list of features, enhancements, and bug fixes below. 

Enhancements and Improvements:

• Privacy and visibility states were added to the Metwork onboarding process. Members can toggle settings to decide whether they want certain information displayed or hidden. New content was added to each onboarding step to inform members how the data will be used. 
• Improvements were made to Referrals:
  • Instructions on the final referral step updated to clarify the process.
  • Referral interface design was updated.
  • Buttons on referral emails and notifications now navigate to the correct step.
• Attorneys can build and preview custom onboarding forms when creating an Association.
• Paralegal capabilities were improved on the site, removing irrelevant tasks such as referrals.
• Genius suggestions, that show potential connections in Referrals and Network, have been enhanced.

Bug Fixes:

• New messages are no longer covered by image, recording, emoji, and gif options.
• Fixed a bug that prevented members from finishing onboarding.
• Members are now able to view feedback from other colleagues. 
• Fixed a bug that prevented members from using the notification buttons. 
• Updating team details no longer triggers another team invite email. 
• Members can now expand messages from the small chat window within an Association Metlist.

Our dev and design teams brought exciting improvements to our Referral Ecosystem with the latest update to the software. 

December’s update focused on improving the referral process, nicknamed “Referral Handshake.” Improvements allow attorneys to discuss and negotiate the terms of referrals with more freedom and less pressure.

Find a full list of features, enhancements, and bug fixes below. 

Enhancements and Improvements:

• Improvements were made to the referral process:
  • The time limit has been removed from the terms discussion stage of the referral process. Attorneys can now take their time agreeing on referral terms without worrying about the discussion expiring.
  • Attorneys can now add and remove PDF, .doc, .docx, .jpeg, .jpg, .png, and .heic files to referral terms. 
  • Attorneys can send images, files, gifs, emojis, and audio recordings in a referral discussion. 
• Multiple payment options are now available in billing settings, allowing users to choose different payment methods for each subscription.

Bug Fixes:

• Email timestamps now show the member’s timezone instead of GMT.
• Referral notifications take members directly to complete the appropriate task. 

We're back with more updates to the software. Collaborating has never been easier than with Metwork’s November release. Focused on improving existing features, November's updates place a heavy emphasis on processes that help users accomplish goals together.

Find a full list of features, enhancements, and bug fixes below. 

New Features:

• Version 1 of Project Teams was launched, improving details and the dashboard for teams built to focus on projects and goals instead of legal cases. 

Enhancements and Improvements:

• Made improvements to the referral process:
  • Referral details automatically appear once a recipient chooses to discuss the case. 
  • Attorneys can now create one or more case teams after a referral is transferred to them, with auto-populated details about the case.
• The UI in the team building flow was updated, displaying more information and different views. 
• Communication during the paralegal sign-up process was improved with information on how data will be used.
• Files, gifs, images, and voice note button were added to all message types.

Bug Fixes:

• Paralegals are now able to enter a new law firm when they sign up for Metwork, instead of selecting from the existing list of law firms.
• Fixed bugs that were part of the referral process:
  • Term notes are only posted once and are no longer being duplicated.
  • Referral status now update after the sender withdraws or when a referral is complete.
  • Referrals in the table are no longer being duplicated.
  • Copy tells users the case location when a new referral is sent.
  • Users can set referral fees without receiving an error message. 
  • The set terms button now works whether the referral details are open or closed.
  • Fixed UI formatting across referrals.
  • Terms added to a referral negotiation are saved and no longer overwrite previous terms.
  • Error and success messages are triggered at the correct time.
• When a user changes the status of their team, the change is now reflected on the dashboard. 
• Team leaders can delete empty sections in the links section of their team dashboard.

We're back again with the latest releases to Metwork. Version 1.2.1 and Version 1.3.0 are the first updates since moving the software from Beta to Live.

The updates bring a series of features and improvements facilitating communication, enhancing the sign-up process, and making collaboration even easier.

Check out a complete list of what's included in these releases. 

New Features:

• Users are now able to build a special team to focus on projects, events, and goals
  • Case-specific fields, such as client information, case status, and field of law, were removed from special teams. 
• Association managers can now build custom forms for members to fill out as part of the registration process.
• A financial report feature was made available for association stores.
• Users can now cancel their Metwork membership by clicking a button in billing.

Enhancements and Improvements:

• References to the beta version of Metwork were removed.
• Improvements were made to the attorney and paralegal credential approval process.
  • Emails and notifications were implemented to notify attorneys and paralegals about the status of credential approvals after signing up.
  • iPad Pro functionality was improved to match that of desktop screens.
• New notifications and emails were added to the referral process.
• Improvements were made to payment and billing.
  • The option to use a saved card or a new type of payment was added to check-out.
  • Payment confirmation was added to check-out, letting a user know whether their payment was successful.

Bug Fixes:

• Fixed a bug that required users to click “continue” twice before payment.
• Emails that are part of the paralegal verification process now display the correct profile picture.
• The expand chat icon in Metlist was fixed to open a thread instead of triggering an error.
• Billing in the sign-up process now has a scroll bar.
• The Metlist digest email now takes users to the correct conversation and is no longer sending duplicates.

The latest updates are currently live and available to all users. Join now to discover the power of positive relationships in the legal field.

One of our largest updates, Harmony, is now live and brings a list of features and functionalities that are designed to make both the user interface as well as the user experience more harmonious and ensure that the branding and quality across the application are consistent.

Metwork rolled out the new version over two updates [1.1.0 on Sept. 11 and 1.2.0 on 9/25] and is the last significant update before the software moves from Beta to Live on October 1st. The features of Harmony have been implemented across the site and are available for Attorneys, Paralegals, and Associations.

Here’s the complete list of features included in this update.

New Features:

• Implemented billing for Metwork. Users who sign up before October 1st will receive all of 2023 for free; those who sign up after will be billed immediately.
  • Users can add multiple payment options, make adjustments to current payment options, and delete options.
  • Invoice section added to billing. Users can get all invoices in one monthly statement.
  • Plan options implemented (monthly and annually).
• Additional email notifications implemented.
• New help center fully integrated into Metwork.
• Users now have the ability to unsubscribe from unwanted communications, such as specific threads on Metlist.
• Gave users the ability to cancel their membership.

Enhancements and Improvements:

• Enhanced link functionality for users.
  • This function is available across modules such as teams, referrals, and associations.
  • Users now have the ability to edit, sort, and pin links they share.
• Association members’ roles are now color-coded.

Bug Fixes:

• Profile preview now displays across the whole application upon clicking a user’s profile picture.
• Metwork connections weren’t showing for some users when on “card view.”
• Fixed a bug that prevented the “Feedback Screen” from appearing after a case was settled.
• Team names are now editable, and the name change appears throughout the software.
• Items are now purchasable through association storefronts.
• “Let’s Reflect” slider allows more finite input.
• Restored missing filters in the Referrals, Team, and Network sections.

Harmony is currently live and available to all users. Join now to discover the power of positive relationships in the legal field.

Metwork’s latest update is live. 

Version 1.0, nicknamed “Cruise Control,” is a series of features designed to give users more control over their experience as it pertains to their privacy and data. This update also gives users control over their preferences within each module alongside notifications they do or don’t receive. These additional controls are put in place in order to enhance the overall user experience.

Here’s the complete list of features included in this update. 

New Features:

• Added the ability to mute messages. This includes individual messages, team chat, and individual Metlist threads.
• Added moderation for association admins in Metlist. This allows for associations to ensure conversations within association chats are following association guidelines. 
• Added comprehensive labels to forms.
• Added option to put an expiration on a referral request to help facilitate your referral workflow.
• Added the ability to turn off notifications you're not interested in.
• Added the ability to set default settings per module.
• Added auto-complete addresses to the software.

Bug Fixes:

• User profile previews now appear if the profile picture is clicked.
• Fixed a bug where uploading a profile picture occasionally deletes the user’s phone number.

Deprecations and Removals:

• Removed compare tabs in the Network module.

Cruise Control is currently live and available to all users. Not using Metwork to enhance your legal practice? Let’s get you on our lawyer-only networking platform and you can experience the power of positive relationships.

One of our most popular modules has gotten an update. Nicknamed “Mentorship Match for Success,” our latest release, version [0.9] brings enhanced features to the Mentorship module. The update is aimed at improving user experience, providing clearer user feedback, and facilitating better mentorship relationships with enhanced check-in and goal maintenance.

We are also excited to announce that we’ve expanded our mentorship roles to include co-mentors. This role is perfect for users looking for a “gym buddy.” Co-mentors work together to problem solve, be a sympathetic ear, and push each other to achieve limitless possibilities.

Here’s the complete list of features included in this update. 

Enhancements and Improvements:

• Updated Mentorship module brings you more information, including feedback on productivity, discipline, and quality, goal progress, and mentorship relationships.
• Updated Profiles to include Mentorship section.
• Updated onboarding includes the ability to opt-in to mentorship. Roles include:
  • Mentee - Connect to a legal professional with experience to share.
  • Mentor - Guide, teach, and grow by sharing expertise with others.
  • Co-Mentor - Team up with a colleague to push each other to greatness.
• Added the ability to opt-in to mentorship roles through the mentorship module.
• Added Philosophy section for users to share their mentorship philosophy. This block lets potential matches to get to know your mentorship style better.
• Enhanced the search and invite functions in the Mentorship module.
  • Added the ability to send a personal note to the mentorship invite.
• Added goals and meeting frequency to mentorship block.
  • Users can set daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly meetings with their mentorship partner.
  • Users can set goals for daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly meetings.
  • Users can update goals.
    • Mark as complete or incomplete.
    • Change the goal they are working towards accomplishing.
    • Set goals for your co-mentor to ensure you’re both on track.
  • Users can track and review progress on their goals.
  • Users can send advice to their mentorship partner.
• Users can “Check-in” with their mentorship partners directly from the mentorship block.
  • Easily create a direct message without leaving the mentorship module.
• Users can have more than one mentorship relationship.
• Users can end mentorship relationships.
  • Users have the option to add feedback into why they are ending the relationship.
• Added additional mentorship notifications, including in-app and email.

Mentorship Match for Success is currently live on Metwork. If you’re a user, you can start utilizing it now. If you’re not a member, there is no better time than now to experience our first-of-its-kind legal networking software. Users who sign-up before October 1st will get all of 2023 for free. Don’t wait. That date is fast approaching.