Integration · Clio + Zignature

Sign engagement letters
from Clio Manage.

Send engagement letters, retainer agreements, and client documents for e-signature directly from Clio Manage. Signed documents file back to the Clio matter automatically.

Clio
+
Zignature
Clio Manage
Send from matter records
Auto-file
Signed docs to Clio matter
Client pre-fill
Clio client fields → doc fields
ESIGN
Legally binding for legal docs
Key Features

Everything You Need

Powerful features that save time and close deals faster.

Clio

Send Engagement Letters and Retainers from Clio Matters

Open any Clio matter and send the engagement letter, retainer agreement, or client authorization form for e-signature in a few clicks. Client name, email, matter name, and billing details pre-fill automatically from Clio.

  • Matter-based sending — Send documents directly from within a Clio matter — no switching apps.
  • Client pre-fill — Client name, email, phone, matter name, and retainer amount pre-fill from Clio.
  • Template library — Save standard engagement letters as Zignature templates for one-click sending.

Send Engagement Letters and Retainers from Clio Matters

Open any Clio matter and send the engagement letter, retainer agreement, or client authorization form for e-signature in a few clicks. Clien...

Included on all plans
Clio

Signed Documents Auto-File to the Clio Matter

When the client signs, the completed PDF and audit trail automatically attach to the Clio matter's documents tab. Your file stays complete and current without manual uploading.

  • Auto-file on signing — Signed PDF attaches to the Clio matter document section automatically.
  • Audit trail included — Full signing audit certificate filed alongside the signed document.
  • Matter notes — Signing events logged as Clio matter activity notes.

Signed Documents Auto-File to the Clio Matter

When the client signs, the completed PDF and audit trail automatically attach to the Clio matter's documents tab. Your file stays complete a...

Included on all plans
Clio

Legal Compliance — ESIGN, UETA, and Client Portal Integration

Zignature e-signatures are ESIGN Act and UETA compliant — legally binding for engagement letters, retainer agreements, and client authorizations. Signed documents can also be shared via Clio's Client Portal.

  • ESIGN compliant — Fully compliant with U.S. electronic signature law for legal documents.
  • Client Portal — Share signed documents with clients through Clio's Client Portal.
  • Tamper-proof audit — Court-admissible audit trail with IP address, timestamp, and signer device info.

Legal Compliance — ESIGN, UETA, and Client Portal Integration

Zignature e-signatures are ESIGN Act and UETA compliant — legally binding for engagement letters, retainer agreements, and client authorizat...

Included on all plans
Use Cases

Works for Every Scenario

From simple agreements to complex multi-party workflows.

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Engagement Letters

New matter opened in Clio → engagement letter sent for client signature automatically.

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Retainer Agreements

Retainer agreements sent from Clio, signed copy filed back to the matter.

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Client Authorizations

Medical record release, settlement authority, and litigation consent sent and filed.

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Flat Fee Agreements

Fixed-fee billing agreements sent and archived in the Clio matter.

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Trust Account Auth

Trust account authorization forms sent for signature, filed in the matter on completion.

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Corporate Clients

Multiple signatory agreements sent from Clio matters with signing order management.

How It Works

Up and Running in Minutes

No training required. Send your first document today.

1

Connect Clio to Zignature

Authorize Zignature with your Clio account via OAuth — 60 seconds.

2

Open a matter and select template

Choose an engagement letter or retainer template from your Zignature library.

3

Send your first document

Select a template, add recipients, and send in under two minutes.

4

Signed doc files to Clio

Completed PDF attaches to the matter documents automatically.

Connect Clio to Zignature Today

Free to start. No credit card. Works with your existing Clio account.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the Clio integration.

Is Zignature available in the Clio App Directory?
Yes. Zignature is listed in the Clio App Directory and can be connected directly from Clio Manage's integrations settings.
Can Clio client and matter fields pre-fill document fields?
Yes. Client name, client email, matter name, responsible attorney, billing rate, and custom Clio fields can all map to Zignature document template variables.
Do signed documents automatically attach to the Clio matter?
Yes. Zignature's completion webhook can automatically upload signed PDFs to the Clio matter's documents tab via the Clio API.
Is the e-signature valid for engagement letters?
Yes. Zignature signatures comply with the ESIGN Act and UETA — legally valid for engagement letters, retainer agreements, and most client authorization forms.
Does this work with Clio Grow?
The integration is primarily with Clio Manage. Clio Grow contacts can be used as recipient sources via Zapier.

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