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Adding Your First Client

Aug 22, 2025
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Before adding clients to Quilia, set up integration with your case management system to keep client data synchronized and avoid duplicates. If no integration is available, you can manually add clients but remember that this will not sync back to your case management software.

💡 Important
If your firm uses a case management system, we strongly recommend setting up your integration before adding clients. This ensures client data stays synced across all systems. Adding clients manually in Quilia will not sync back to your case management software. If no integration is available, you can still add clients manually using the steps below.

Step 1: Set Up Integration (Recommended)

If your firm uses a case management system, connect it first to avoid duplicate entries and keep client data consistent.

Cases list in Quilia Portal
The Cases page showing all your clients and their case information

👉 Need help with setup? Schedule a session here: Contact Support.

Step 2: Log in to Quilia

Make sure you are logged into your Quilia account with the correct firm credentials.

Step 3: Add a New Client

  • Click the top right corner of the screen.
Client details page
View detailed client information and case activity
  • Select Add New Client.
  • Enter the client’s name.
  • Input a phone number that can receive text messages.
  • Choose the correct case type.

Step 4: Select Preferred Language

Pick the client’s preferred language from the options available.
Click Add Client.
⚠️ Note: Adding a client does not automatically send them a text invite.

Step 5: Send a Download Invite (Optional)

If you’d like the client to receive a text message with a download link:

  • Click Send Download Invite.
  • Confirm by clicking the purple button.

Step 6: Default Text Message

When an invite is sent, clients will receive this message:

Hi [name]! Download our app, Quilia, for a smoother experience! Get it here 📲 https://www.quilia.com/download/

Video Tutorial

🎥 Prefer to watch the process? Here’s a full walkthrough:

Tip: Whenever possible, add your client to Quilia during the intake call or meeting. Getting them on the app early makes onboarding smoother, reduces admin work, and ensures more complete case information from day one.

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