CSV to LEDES Conversion

CSV to LEDES 1998B eBilling Format Conversion

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LEDES File Reader
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You don't need to be a CaseFox user to use this service.  We can convert the time/expense entries in CSV file into LEDES invoices and we will put ABA Task Activity and Expense codes and send you back valid LEDES files.

LEDES (Legal Electronic Data Exchange Standard) and ABA UTBMS (Uniform Task-Based Management System) codes are the foundation of standardized legal billing. They ensure accuracy, compliance, and faster invoice approvals—especially when billing insurance carriers and large corporate clients.

CaseFox makes LEDES billing effortless.
Generate fully compliant LEDES invoices in minutes or integrate your existing billing system with a custom connector to automate the entire process—saving time and eliminating costly errors.


CSV to LEDES 1998B Conversion

Many carriers require invoices in the LEDES 1998B format. This structured format mandates precise Task, Activity, and Expense codes for every line item. Missing or incorrect codes often lead to invoice rejections and delayed payments.

Common LEDES Compliance Challenges

  • Missing or incorrect ABA UTBMS task and activity codes

  • Improper classification of labor vs. expense entries

  • Generic or invalid codes triggering rejections

  • Manual coding errors that slow down approvals


How CaseFox Simplifies LEDES Compliance

Intelligent Task & Activity Mapping

Even if your CSV file lacks UTBMS codes, CaseFox automatically analyzes descriptions and timekeeper data to assign the appropriate:

  • L-series task codes

  • A-series activity codes

  • Carrier-specific billing requirements

Automated Expense Coding

Expenses such as mileage, travel, delivery, and vendor charges are automatically identified and assigned correct E-series codes—ensuring proper classification and compliance.

Built-In Data Validation

Every LEDES file is structured for:

  • Accurate formatting

  • Spreadsheet compatibility

  • Seamless submission through billing portals

  • Reduced rejection risk


Why Law Firms Choose CaseFox for LEDES Billing

  • Generate LEDES 1998B invoices instantly

  • Convert CSV files to compliant LEDES format

  • Integrate existing billing systems via custom API connectors

  • Reduce billing errors and payment delays

  • Ensure ABA UTBMS compliance automatically


Stop worrying about rejected invoices or manual code assignments. CaseFox transforms your billing data into compliant LEDES files—ready for submission and faster payment processing.