For many law firms, credit card processing fees are a sizeable item on the income statement. Because there are a wide variety of different types of processing fees, it can be difficult to figure out exactly how much you’re paying. It's also why, at Gravity, we try to simplify this process as much as possible, primarily by offering a fair and transparent pricing structure while providing all the important information in a one-page monthly statement without the jargon. In this article we'll cover the three different categories of processing fees as well as the most commonly-used credit card processing pricing models.
Understanding Credit Card Processing Fees for Law Firms
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Oklahoma?
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The short answer is probably, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in West Virginia?
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The short answer is probably not. See below for all the details.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Tennessee?
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The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in North Dakota?
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The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Nebraska?
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The short answer is maybe, but probably not. See below for details.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Montana?
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The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Missouri?
Introduction
The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Mississippi?
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The short answer is probably not. See below for all the details.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Minnesota?
Introduction
The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Michigan?
Introduction
The short answer is probably not. See below for all the details.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Maine?
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The short answer is not unless it is done by raising prices by the amount of the charge and then discounting those prices for clients that pay by means other than card. Below are more details.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Louisiana?
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The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Kentucky?
Introduction
The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Kansas?
Introduction
The short answer is not unless it is done by raising prices by the amount of the charge and then discounting those prices for clients that pay by means other than card. Below are more details.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Iowa?
Introduction
The short answer is maybe, but probably not. See below for details.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Indiana?
Introduction
The short answer is maybe, but probably not. See below for details.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Delaware?
Introduction
The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Arkansas?
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The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Alaska?
Introduction
The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Alabama?
Introduction
The short answer is probably not. See below for all the details.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Wyoming?
Introduction
The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Wisconsin?
Introduction
The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Vermont?
Introduction
The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Virginia?
Introduction
The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Utah?
Introduction
The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Texas?
Introduction
The short answer is probably, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in South Carolina?
Introduction
The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Rhode Island?
Introduction
The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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Can Law Firms Charge Clients for Credit Card Fees in Pennsylvania?
Introduction
The short answer is yes, but there are certain rules and regulations to understand.
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