Amy Coats

I'm the founder of Accounting Atelier, a boutique bookkeeping firm that works exclusively with law firms. My specialty is IOLTA trust accounting and compliance - the high-stakes financial requirements that keep attorneys up at night and that most general bookkeepers won't touch. Solo attorneys and small law firms face unique challenges. They're required to maintain separate trust accounts for client funds, reconcile them to the penny, and document everything for potential bar audits. One mistake can mean malpractice exposure or disciplinary action. I built my firm to handle exactly this - giving lawyers confidence that their books are compliant so they can focus on practicing law. My credentials include Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor, Bookkeeper Launch certification, Clio Certified P...