KYC compliance is a legal requirement for law firms in most jurisdictions. eFirm's KYC module provides structured compliance forms that can be customized per jurisdiction and completed directly within client profiles. Pre-built templates include Lebanese Client KYC and UAE Client KYC.
Recommended KYC Sections
| Section | Fields |
|---|---|
| Client Identification | Full legal name, date of birth/incorporation, nationality, government-issued ID, tax ID |
| Beneficial Ownership | UBO names, ownership percentages, identification documents |
| Source of Funds | Primary income sources, supporting documentation, PEP (Politically Exposed Person) status |
| Risk Assessment | Client risk rating (Low/Medium/High), sanction screening result, enhanced due diligence flag |
| Compliance Sign-Off | Compliance officer name, review date, approval status |
Each KYC template uses the same form builder as other templates with the full set of field types. Create jurisdiction-specific templates compliant with local regulations.
Jurisdiction-Specific Templates
| Template | Regulation Reference |
|---|---|
| Lebanese Client KYC | AML Law No. 44/2015, Circular 83 (BDL) |
| UAE Client KYC | Federal Decree-Law No. 20/2018, Cabinet Decision No. 10/2019 |
| Custom Templates | Create additional templates for any jurisdiction using the form builder |
KYC forms are accessible from two places:
| Location | How to Access | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Standalone | Navigate to Know Your Customer in the left sidebar | Dedicated KYC management view, bulk reviews |
| Within a Contact | Open any contact > click "Know Your Customer" tab | Recommended — keeps all client info in one place |
Tip
Lead Created
New prospect enters the pipeline through referral, inbound, or networking.
Pipeline Progression
Lead moves through stages: New → Contacted → Qualified → Proposal.
KYC Compliance
Complete KYC forms within the contact profile. All required sections verified.
Conflict Check
Clear conflicts of interest before engagement.
Conversion
Lead converts to Contact + Matter. All context, notes, and pipeline value preserved.
Summary
Jurisdiction-specific KYC compliance forms built into client profiles - from identity verification to beneficial ownership to compliance sign-off.