Unsigned agreements surfaced
Each unsigned agreement stays on your page with how long it has waited.
How do I stop chasing clients to sign their contract?
The agreement goes out, then sits unsigned. You remind the client daily, then weekly, and the case or job can't start.
The short answer
Turn on automatic reminders in your e-signature tool, keep the signing short, and add a personal nudge when the automatic ones are ignored.
Do it yourself
Turn on reminders
Most e-signature tools can remind the signer automatically every few days.
Keep it short
Ask for one signature on as few pages as possible, and say why it matters now.
Send the link by text
Many people sign from their phone. Text the signing link with consent.
Call on day 3
A short call clears most hesitation faster than another email.
Tools people use
- Clio Grow Legal intake and client relationship software with e-signatures.
- Lawmatics Legal CRM that follows up automatically after an intake form.
- Filevine Case management software for law firms.
- Dropbox Sign E-signature with automatic email reminders to signers.
Or have it run for you
Runway sees which signature requests went out and which came back, from the notices in your inbox.
Reminders in your voice
Runway asks whether to send a reminder, daily at first and then weekly.
Your call every time
Each reminder goes from your inbox after your yes, so tone stays right.
Questions
How do I stop chasing clients to sign their contract?
Turn on automatic reminders in your e-signature tool, keep the signing short, and add a personal nudge when the automatic ones are ignored.
How often should I remind a client to sign?
A common rhythm is daily for the first week, then weekly. Stop once they sign or say no.
Do I need new legal software?
No. Keep your e-signature tool. Runway works from the notices it already sends to your inbox.
Sources
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