Does Smokeball have rules-based calendaring?

Smokeball offers rules-based calendaring through LawToolBox integration. Discover Docket includes it natively.

Can Smokeball summarize depositions?

Not natively. Third-party integrations provide summaries. Discover Docket has it built-in.

Does Smokeball include AI legal research?

Smokeball offers some AI features through integrations, but Discover Docket provides case-specific legal research directly in the platform.

Which is better for trial attorneys?

Discover Docket. It’s built specifically for litigators with trial prep, transcripts, docketing, and research included.

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Discover Docket v. Smokeball
Litigation Intelligence v.
Practice Management

Smokeball is a strong practice management platform with billing, templates, and time tracking. But if you’re a trial lawyer, you need more than practice management. Discover Docket delivers litigation intelligence—AI-powered docketing, case-aware research, transcript analysis, and drafting—all built in.

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Why Discover Docket Wins

Smokeball is a powerful practice management solution, especially strong in time capture (AutoTime) and administrative workflows. But for litigation teams, its reliance on integrations leaves gaps.
Smokeball = Practice Management (AutoTime, billing, templates, partner apps for rules and summaries).
Discover Docket = Litigation Intelligence (AI docketing, transcript analysis, JILL drafting, case-aware research, trial prep).
Discover Docket wins because it:
Delivers rules-based calendaring natively (no LawToolBox).
Drafts litigation documents with JILL instead of just filling forms.
Produces transcript summaries, contradictions, and impeachment material natively.
Powers research tied to your case—not just general Q&A.
Provides trial modules built for courtroom readiness.
👉 If your focus is admin and billing efficiency, Smokeball works.
👉 If your focus is trial outcomes and litigation strategy, Discover Docket wins.

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Discover Docket v. Smokeball
Comparison

1. Docketing & Calendaring

Smokeball: Relies on LawToolBox integration for rules-based calendaring. You’ll need an add-on for automatic deadline calculation.
Discover Docket: Rules-based docketing is native. Federal, state, and local rules are built in, with automatic trigger dates and direct sync to Outlook/Google.

✅ No third-party fees.
✅ All 50 states + federal courts included.

2. Document Automation

Smokeball: Provides TemplateLab and a large library of forms. Automates filling templates with case data but drafting is manual.
Discover Docket: With JILL (Judicial Intelligence & Legal Logic), you get AI drafting of pleadings, discovery, motions, briefs, and demand letters—signature block included.

✅ Drafts in minutes, not hours.
✅ Integrated legal research validation.

3. Transcript Summaries & Deposition Analysis

Smokeball: No built-in deposition analysis. Partners like CaseMark and Vera can provide summaries, but require separate integrations.
Discover Docket: Upload transcripts → get page:line–cited summaries, contradictions, impeachment material, and witness maps.

✅ Litigation-grade outputs, instantly.
✅ No integrations needed.

4. Legal Research

Smokeball: Promotes AI features and partner integrations for drafting/research, but research isn’t case-specific or deeply integrated.
Discover Docket: Case-aware research inside the same workspace. Ask questions about statutes, case law, or your uploaded documents.

✅ Judge analytics & verdict research included.
✅ Transparent reasoning + validated citations.

5. Client Portal & Collaboration

Smokeball: Offers a client portal for messaging, file sharing, and billing.
Discover Docket: Goes further with a real-time litigation dashboard—clients can see deadlines, filings, and case status, plus request appointments directly from attorney calendars.

✅ Transparent trial timelines.
✅ Reduces unnecessary billable admin time.

6. Time Tracking & Billing

Smokeball: Known for AutoTime—automatically captures time spent in documents, email, and matters. Strong billing and accounting integrations.
Discover Docket: Focused on litigation automation rather than billing. If your primary pain point is billing, Smokeball is stronger here.

✅ Smokeball wins on billing.
✅ Discover Docket wins on litigation.

7. Trial Preparation

Smokeball: None. Designed primarily for practice management.
Discover Docket: Purpose-built for trial teams—case status modules, deposition tracking, strategic recommendations, and daily case assessments.

✅ Courtroom-ready features.

8. Pricing & Value

Smokeball: Requires add-ons (LawToolBox, CaseMark, etc.) for rules calendaring, transcript summaries, or enhanced AI research.
Discover Docket: One subscription. Docketing, research, drafting, transcripts, and trial prep included.

✅ One platform replaces many.
✅ No hidden integration costs.

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Does Discover Docket offer unlimited legal document storage?

Yes. Discover Docket includes unlimited storage for all your legal files, exhibits, transcripts, and discovery materials. You’ll never hit a storage cap or need to pay for extra space.
Can I search for documents across all my cases?

Absolutely. Our global search feature lets you find any document in the entire platform without opening individual cases. Whether it’s a pleading from last week or an exhibit from five years ago, it’s just a quick search away.
Does Discover Docket create folder structures automatically?

Yes. Every case comes with a pre-built, legal-specific folder tree complete with standardized subfolders for pleadings, motions, discovery, expert files, and more — saving you hours of setup time and ensuring every team member follows the same structure.
How is Discover Docket different from Clio, PracticePanther, MyCase, or CaseFox?

Unlike these platforms, Discover Docket is built specifically for litigation. We provide automatic folder structures and subfolders from the moment you create a case, global search across your entire document library, and unlimited storage. Most competing tools require manual setup, offer limited search, or restrict storage.
Can my team collaborate on documents in Discover Docket?

Yes. You can securely share documents with team members, co-counsel, experts, or clients.

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AI-Powered Legal Software for
Case Management, Docketing, and Document Automation

Say goodbye to juggling multiple tools. Discover Docket is your all-in-one solution built exclusively for legal professionals—streamlining case intake, docketing, document management, legal research, drafting, and calendaring in one intuitive platform. Whether you're a solo attorney or a growing law firm, empower your practice with cutting-edge legal tech that does more—automatically.

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