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Andrew James

Verified reviewer

Legal Services, 1 employee

Used daily for more than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

4

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed May 2022

Essential Tool for a Law Firm

PROS

I enjoy that it is cloud based, seems secure, real-time access anywhere you are.

CONS

BestCase just seems easier to use for me. Sometimes it is touch in NextChapter to remember where everything is as far as where to input data to appear in a specific form.

Vendor Response

Thanks for the review, Andrew! We're glad you appreciate the cloud based access. If you ever need help figuring out where to edit/enter anything, feel free to reach out to our Support team!

Replied May 2022

Tami

Legal Services, 2-10 employees

Used daily for more than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed January 2020

NextChapter is Great

Every time I call into NextChapter my question is answered quickly and the issue resolved. I have had an awesome experience with NextChapter.

PROS

I love the ease of entering information into the software.

CONS

I dislike the treatment of a leased vehicle and the inability to put a monthly vehicle payment into Schedule J without having a vehicle on Schedule B.

Reason for choosing NextChapter

Price and ease of use.

Reasons for switching to NextChapter

Cost and accessibility for our Mac computers.

Vendor Response

Thanks so much for your review, Tami! We are glad to hear your experience with NextChapter has been positive. Our Support team is always here to answer questions and report any issues you experience so please continue to utilize us!

Replied February 2020

Sarah

Law Practice, 2-10 employees

Used daily for less than 6 months

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

3

EASE OF USE

4

VALUE FOR MONEY

4

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

4

Reviewed August 2019

Easy to use

While there have been bumps in switching software, overall it's been a smooth transition.

PROS

NextChapter was really easy to get started with and the data entry is simple to use. The texting feature has been a real help with keeping in contact with clients as well. When we've had problems, customer service was quick to help resolve our issues.

CONS

The biggest issue that we've had is the amount of time that it's taken get a case filed, but NextChapter has worked towards fixing that and made it easier.

Carol

Law Practice, 2-10 employees

Used daily for less than 12 months

Review Source: Capterra
This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed January 2024

Bankruptcy

Overall this product is easy to use and the customer service team is wonderful, answers all questions in a timely manner.

PROS

Ease of putting clients information into computer and keeping track of clients filed.

CONS

When writing a message to clients having to type and send multiple times to complete the message.

Vendor Response

Thanks so much for the review, Carol! Our team is happy to help such kind users like yourself :)

Replied January 2024

David

Law Practice, 2-10 employees

Used daily for less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed April 2020

NextChapter has improved my bankruptcy practice.

As a career BestCase user I was reluctant to switch, but after using NextChapter I wish I had switched sooner.

PROS

The software is very easy to learn and use. My paralegal and I love the flow of the interface which make data entry smooth and easy. The customer service and tech support are super fast, friendly, and helpful.

CONS

I have nothing bad to say about NextChapter.

Reason for choosing NextChapter

Simply put, it was just a better product, easier to use, and the support was very responsive to my requests and suggestions.

Reasons for switching to NextChapter

Having access to my client files wherever I am offered me more flexibility.

Vendor Response

Thanks so much for the review, David! We are happy you find the product easy to use and love that you are feeling supported!

Replied April 2020

Nicole

Legal Services, 2-10 employees

Used daily for less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed May 2020

Frequent user

It it easy to use and I am abel to move quickly through the program. I like that I am able to preview and if something is incorrect, with just one click I am able to get to the schedule or statement to make my correction.

PROS

I like that I only have to enter the information in one location and it automatically places it whereever else it is relevant in the software.

CONS

The exemptions that we use are not alway correct in the software. I have to old school it and look up exemptions to ensure I am using the correct one. However, when I have found an exemption to be incorrect, I have contacted customer service and they have quickly corrected it (:

Reasons for switching to NextChapter

This program was in the "Cloud" and the price.

Vendor Response

Thank you for this great review, Nicole! We always hope our users find the app to be user friendly so to hear you feel that way just makes our day! Thanks so much for being an awesome NextChapter customer :)

Replied June 2020

Raymond

Law Practice, 2-10 employees

Used daily for less than 6 months

Review Source: Capterra
This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed January 2021

Great Product for Bankruptcy's

PROS

This is a very easy program to learn. The customer support is great! If you have a question its probably in the FAQ's. If not there is someone there to help - and they answer your calls. We were having a password issue when our computer systems updated. The techs noticed and called us to see if they could help us resolve the issue. That's service! We were up and running in two seconds.

CONS

We haven't really found any cons to this software yet. With any software this is a learning curve. You have to remember to hit save after entering some data, but that is just getting to know your software.

Reasons for switching to NextChapter

The cost of Best Case kept going up and up, while the service kept going down.

Vendor Response

Wow, Raymond, thank you so much! This is one of the best reviews we have ever received. We are so glad that you are pleased with the amount of support. We will continue to be here if you should need anything!

Replied January 2021

Joseph

Legal Services, 2-10 employees

Used daily for less than 6 months

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed August 2019

Way better more modern bankruptcy software

PROS

This software blows the doors off of the prior software that our firm used for the past 18 years. More intuitive, data entry and organizational features. Works well on all devices.

CONS

There are some of the features that don't seem complete yet. NextMessage seems like it could be an awesome, groundbreaking way to communicate with clients, but doesn't seem totally mobile compatible yet. Would be great to see and respond to client messages through mobile app.

Reasons for switching to NextChapter

I was tired of living with 1998 software. I try to work in various places and Bestcase required me to be tethered to my office desktop. Was very frustrating.

Vendor Response

Thank you, Joseph! We loved meeting you at NACBA and seeing you come by with your iPad already signed up and inputting a case. It's great to watch users catch on so quickly, it makes us so proud of the product! Be on the lookout in the next couple of weeks for some NextMessage enhancements :)

Replied September 2019

Cheryl

Legal Services, 2-10 employees

Used weekly for less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed May 2020

Recommended software for bankruptcy attorneys

I highly recommend NextChapter for any bankruptcy attorney, small firm or large firm.

PROS

I chose NextChapter because I needed to move my bankruptcy software into the cloud. I've kept NextChapter because of the customer service and timely software updates, as well as innovations in product options.

CONS

I've relayed suggestions for software improvement, primarily in local Chapter 13 Plans, and NextChapter has been responsive in software updates to include improvements.

Reasons for switching to NextChapter

Needed cloud software for my bankruptcy practice

Vendor Response

We can't thank your firm enough for such great reviews, Cheryl! We hope you continue to enjoy using NextChapter and continue letting us know how we can improve! Users like you make NextChapter a better, more effective product.

Replied June 2020

Vincent

Law Practice, 2-10 employees

Used weekly for less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed August 2022

Excellent option for web based bankruptcy preparation software

PROS

NextChapter divides an excellent integration with our practice management software Clio and provides online access for the software to be used anywhere an Internet connection is available.

CONS

We transitioned from best case to next chapter. Best case has a nice feature for analyzing the monthly decrease a client would need in gross income to qualify for the means test. The analysis breaks it out over one month, two months, three months, four months, five months, or six months. While certainly not a dealbreaker, it would be a nice feature to have.

Reasons for switching to NextChapter

Best case did not have an online option or integration with pacer documents.

Chritopher

Law Practice, 2-10 employees

Used less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed May 2021

NextChapter makes bankruptcy easy and affordable for lawyers

NextChapter and their support team give me the confidence to take on bankruptcy cases. Knowing that their support team of professionals include experienced paralegals who have focused their career on bankruptcy law reassures me that not only can my technical questions get answered, but often a legal issue I haven't seen before they will have dealt with, and can point me towards the relevant law on the issue.

PROS

When my partner and I first opened our law practice, the idea of learning bankruptcy law both appealed to us and frightened us. While both of us had extensive litigation backgrounds, neither of us had ever worked in the field before. We also practice in a rural area, so the number of bankruptcy cases were likely to few and far between. Every lawyer we spoke to strongly recommended a bankruptcy case management software to generate all of the documents and notices that must be filed correctly in order to get your clients the relief they need. Of all of the programs out there, only NextChapter offered "by case" pricing, perfect for our firm that only handles 1-2 cases a year. Couple that with friendly, professional, and knowledgeable customer support (with a real person that will call and talk you through issues), and I became a NextChapter believer. Now, NextChapter integrates with my regular case management system, CLIO, making my life even easier.

CONS

The integration with CLIO is a little clunky...while standard bankruptcy tasks get uploaded wholesale from NextChapter, there is no automatic sharing or uploading of documents between the systems. It's not a huge gripe, as most of what you need to do with document generation you will want to do in NextChapter anyway, but it would save time if it would upload completed documents to CLIO.

Reason for choosing NextChapter

Our firm looked at other products, but the "by case" pricing, paralegal support, ease of use, integration with CLIO and good customer support has made it clear to us that NextChapter is the right program for us.

Vendor Response

Thanks so much for the review, Christopher! We are so glad to hear our pricing structure works for you and your firm and even more pleased to know you are satisfied with our customer support!

Replied May 2021

Sherry

Law Practice, 2-10 employees

Used daily for less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed November 2020

Forced conversion, but very happy with the results.

The software program we utilized was purchased by NextChapter forcing our conversion. I had used the other product for years and wasn't very happy with the change. Once I started using NextChapter and I actually allowed myself to stop resenting the change, I found this program to be a delightful change of pace. If I have all required client documentation at my fingertips, I am able to complete a bankruptcy packet in a few hours instead of over the course of a few days. I didn't want to, but I love my NextChapter software. It has definitely made my day easier.

PROS

The data input covers all the bases the first time around. Information is put in one time and is then populated into the required forms. When I did need a little help, I found the staff quite willing to answer my questions.

CONS

I had to learn a whole new way to deal with data input. All of the questions a law firm is required to answer in order to complete the paperwork (forms) are in the software, however, if you're not paying close attention when you are new to the system, it is easy to overlook basic entry points and become very frustrated. Once you take the time to become conversant with the software, it is a dream to use.

Reasons for switching to NextChapter

Fastcase was purchased by NextChapter

Vendor Response

Thanks so much for this review, Sherry! We know change is not easy and really appreciate your willingness to learn. We are so happy to hear your day is made easier by our app :)

Replied January 2021

Tara

Law Practice, 2-10 employees

Used daily for more than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed January 2020

Best Bankruptcy Software EVER!!

From the great product to the wonderful customer service professionals, this is the best bankruptcy software I have used!

PROS

Next Chapter turned the bankruptcy software process on its head! In the best way! It gathers the information once, and files the forms as needed, rather than requiring the user to enter information multiple times or in multiple places. The cloud-based system means I can enter, review and even file cases from anywhere I have a laptop (or iPad or phone) and an internet connection! I have used the software on the beach in Hawaii, and even filed a case from the main stage at the NFL Draft! I can't begin to say enough good things about this software!

CONS

There really are not any downsides to this product!

Vendor Response

Thank you SO much for this great review, Tara! We are so happy to hear you like using NextChapter and can use it whenever you are traveling. When you say you can use it anywhere, you really mean anywhere!

Replied February 2020

Doris

Law Practice, 2-10 employees

Used weekly for more than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

4

EASE OF USE

4

FUNCTIONALITY

4

Reviewed May 2023

Good cloud based program that is reasonably priced.

PROS

The step by step schedules make it easy to train new employees on the software. The integration of the credit report also saves time. All schedules are easy to navigate.

CONS

When filing the Attorney Fee Disclosure it does not always update immediately. Although the credit report integration is useful, addresses are often wrong and need to be corrected.

Reasons for switching to NextChapter

We went with Next Chapter because it is cloud based and reasonably priced.

Todd

Verified reviewer

Law Practice, 1 employee

Used daily for less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

4

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed May 2019

NextChapter is continuously improving the product

PROS

It's cloud-based. Best Case might be a better product, but only if you are a one attorney, one computer (that's a PC), one office, no support staff, law firm. But who fits that criteria? And, that's why I switched. Since it is browser based cloud software, I can work on any computer, whether Mac of PC, and I can work anywhere I have an internet connection. It also syncs with Clio, which is synced with Lexicata, which is synced with Call Ruby - enter info once and you've synced across multiple platforms.

CONS

Was a little buggy at first ( 2 years ago), but rarely an issue any more. Tech support is always great at fixing it, and they are continuously improving the product and receptive to user-requested changes.

Vendor Response

Thanks for taking the time to review NextChapter! It's always rewarding to see that our continued efforts to better the product have led to reduced errors and now allows us to focus on the fun stuff in the app!

Replied June 2019

John

Law Practice, 2-10 employees

Used daily for less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

4

EASE OF USE

4

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

4

Reviewed April 2019

Great Cloud-Based Bankruptcy Software

PROS

I initially decided to try NextChapter solely because it is cloud-based. I have tried other cloud-based bankruptcy preparation software and they never quite worked correctly. I love that I can access my cases anywhere and that they are continuing to improve on their product. Almost monthly it seems like there is a new feature or a revision to an old one that makes putting the bankruptcy petition together more seamless and intuitive. Their customer service is excellent.

CONS

In the early days, it felt like some of the features hadn't been fully developed. That has been remedied for the most part.

Vendor Response

John - we are thrilled to have you as one of the customers that have been with us since the start. We love being able to release new features and enhancements to our users, especially when our users are the ones to suggest the new ideas to us!

Replied April 2019

Pamela

Law Practice, 1 employee

Used daily for more than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

FUNCTIONALITY

4

Reviewed May 2023

NextChapter is an excellent yet inexpensive option for attorneys that handle bankruptcy

I have had an excellent experience with NextChapter. It is easy to use and an excellent option

PROS

No need to invest in software and pay for licensing and updates which is expensive. It is a pay per use option that is affordable

CONS

Need to edit schedules for minor errors and omissions before filing with the court

Reasons for switching to NextChapter

Cost was a huge factor

Kenneth

Legal Services, 2-10 employees

Used daily for more than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed February 2022

Next Chapter bankruptcy software

Both ease of working the software and the customer support make the experience of using this software the best

PROS

Fling cases is very easy. Creating, amending and modifying chapter 13 plan is great. I like the fact that is stores all documents filed with the court

CONS

This a difficult question because I consider this software the best. Maybe the fact that you always have to save the expenses after the entry is complete

Vendor Response

Thanks so much for this great review, Ken! We're pleased to hear you find the software easy to use :)

Replied February 2022

Craig

Law Practice, 2-10 employees

Used daily for more than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed August 2019

Awesome Customer Service!

Customer serivce outwieghs all with this product. You will not be disappointed.

PROS

Nextchapter allows for the efficient and accurate preperation of cases.

CONS

Nextchapter does not auto popluate figures with the court during the amendment process.

Vendor Response

Thanks for this great review! We're glad you've been able to be a part of all of our improvements the last couple of years and look forward to many more - including amended filings in your district very soon!

Replied September 2019

Lisa

Law Practice, 2-10 employees

Used daily for less than 12 months

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

4

EASE OF USE

4

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

4

Reviewed December 2018

NextChapter Review

PROS

There have been good updates on the credit report integration. The software is relatively user friendly and has helpful instructions. The preview feature is great as well as being able to download drafts. I like the ease of filing amendments as well.

CONS

There have been issues with the chapter 13 plan which are usually resolved by reloading the page several times. Some features are not yet available for the district in which I practice. I would like to see more additional documents able to be uploaded along with the Petition.

Vendor Response

Thanks for being such a valued customer and for the review, Lisa! Look for an email from us as we are happy to help you be able to file more documents with your petition :)

Replied December 2018

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Matt

Verified reviewer

Law Practice, 2-10 employees

Used daily for less than 12 months

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

4

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

4

Reviewed December 2018

Excellent customer service!

This is my first year using NCBK. I've been blown away by the incredible service and how quickly they respond to issues or questions. There are some glitches with the system which is to be expected for a newer product but what is more important to me is that they respond and address any issues quickly. To be fair, some of what I've thought were "glitches" were really user error on my part and they have always done a good job of walking me through the solution. I will be staying with NCBK!

PROS

Incredible response time and customer service. Cloud based system that allows me to use just my Mac (a first for BK software).

CONS

Chapter 13 plan could use some improvement.

Vendor Response

You're the best, Matt! We're so happy to have you and your firm on board!

Replied December 2018

Cecil

Legal Services, 2-10 employees

Used weekly for less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed January 2024

The best software on the Market

Wonderful, allows me to view the case docs with a click of a button.

PROS

It takes some time to become proficient in usage, but, when the light comes on you can and will appreciate what it offers

CONS

Sometimes, the internet causes slow downs in logging on.

Reasons for switching to NextChapter

My former software company either merged and/or purchased Nextchapter. Whatever it was I am grateful, Nextchapter is a far superior product.

Vendor Response

Wow, what a great review, Cecil! We are so pleased to hear that NextChapter is easy to use and has streamlined your workflow!

Replied January 2024

Will

Legal Services, 11-50 employees

Used daily for less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed May 2019

Great Cloud-Based Solution

Excellent. Would highly recommend to any bankruptcy attorney.

PROS

1. Cloud-Based. 2. Ease of Use. 3. Quick Customer Service. 4. Consistent improvement of software.

CONS

No ability to directly edit schedules; however, they have listened to this

Vendor Response

What an awesome review, Will! You've been such a wonderful and loyal NextChapter user and we're so happy to have you on board!

Replied June 2019

Kristi

Used daily for less than 12 months

Review Source: Capterra
This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed May 2018

Our office switched from Best Case to Next Chapter. The input of bankruptcies is so much easier now!

PROS

It is so easy to input a client's bankruptcy with them sitting in front of you. I can have an entire petition ready within 30 minutes of meeting with the client.

CONS

It took a while to get used to how you have to review petitions with Next Chapter. Now that we are used to it, we love it!

Vendor Response

We're so happy to have you on board! To hear that your petition is ready within 30 minutes is music to our ears!

Replied May 2018

Lin

Law Practice, 2-10 employees

Used daily for less than 6 months

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

4

EASE OF USE

4

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

4

Reviewed December 2018

Changing to NextChapter

Once I got used to the software, we really like the fact that information syncs up with Clio and that we can have multiple users have the same cases on all devices. It has really helped keep up with contact information and disbursement of information to our clients by all members of our staff.

PROS

I love the ease of inputting the income and expenses. No more calculating the taxes and medical deductions.

CONS

After filing, the case number does not transfer to the plan form. Also, the several steps necessary to get the rest of the documents filed with the Court.

Vendor Response

Thanks so much for taking the time to leave your review. We really enjoy having you on board and look forward to being able to help add in some new features that will help ease your post petition filings in the coming year!

Replied December 2018

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