Project Title: Secure Document & Case Management Portal for a Law Firm
Client: Sterling Partners LLP
Project Link: https://www.clio.com/ (as an industry example of case management)

Project Overview

This law firm needed a secure, private web application for clients to log in, communicate with their assigned lawyer, upload sensitive documents, and track the status of their legal case. The platform had to guarantee confidentiality and provide a clear audit trail.

The Challenge

Security, confidentiality, and reliability were non-negotiable. The system needed end-to-end encryption, strict user-based permissions (a client should only see their own case), and a robust backend to manage complex case files.

Our Solution

We architected a security-focused MERN stack portal.

• Frontend: A clean, professional React application provides an intuitive interface for clients to see case updates, view documents, and use a secure messaging feature.

• Backend: The Node.js API enforces all security logic. We implemented role-based access control so users can only access data they are explicitly authorized to see. All file uploads are scanned and stored in a private, encrypted AWS S3 bucket.

• Database: MongoDB stores the relationships between clients, cases, and documents, with all sensitive fields encrypted at the application level before being sent to the database.

The Result

The secure portal has become a cornerstone of the firm’s client service model. It has drastically improved the efficiency and security of document exchange, and clients praise the transparency and professionalism it provides.

Technologies Used: MERN Stack, AWS S3, Node.js Crypto Library, JWT, WebSockets (for messaging)