Gusto Review: Payroll Software for Lawyers

Gusto Payroll Pricing 

Gusto has a tiered pricing scheme that essentially allows usage to grow with a user’s needs. Keep in mind, however, that a firm is charged per contractor they use per month with the Contractor package. 

• Contractor ($6/user/month). Great for solo practitioners who occasionally need to pay contractors and keep track of 1099s 
• Simple ($6/user/month + $40/month base fee). For small to medium-sized firms who want to offer advanced Human Resources services like Health Benefits Administration, but don’t have enough employees to make the Plus package worth the money. 
• Plus ($12/user/month + $80/month base fee). Because of the additionally automation and self-service features, those who need a little more assistance than what the Simple package provides, may find a great solution here. 
• Premium (exclusive pricing). For those who are looking to run a robust HR department with as few direct employees as possible 

Gusto Payroll User Experience Review 

Gusto’s main advantage over other payroll software is its self-service portals. A firm’s employees and contractors are able to enter much of their own data into the system—and the firm simply reviews it. This includes 1099s and W-4s. As a result, much of the duplicate data-entry tasks that bogs down HR departments is reduced significantly. 

Who Gusto is For 

Whether someone is just starting a law firm or they’ve been practicing for decades, if the practice does not have a dedicated HR department, Gusto payroll software could be a helpful addition. Its functionalities are especially beneficial for those who have multiple employees and are looking for an easy way to keep track of employee benefits, wages, and time-off. 

Some existing accounting software, like Quickbooks, already has an add-on function for payroll, employee benefits, and time tracking, so it is likely not necessary for everyone. 

Whether someone is just starting a law firm or they’ve been practicing for decades, if the practice does not have a dedicated HR department, Gusto payroll software could be a helpful addition. Its functionalities are especially beneficial for those who have multiple employees and are looking for an easy way to keep track of employee benefits, wages, and time-off. 

Some existing accounting software, like Quickbooks, already has an add-on function for payroll, employee benefits, and time tracking, so it is likely not necessary for everyone.