Setting up invoicing and Stripe payments

LodgeHQ invoices are powered by Stripe. You connect your Stripe account once, then every invoice gets a hosted payment link and automatic status updates.

1. Connect Stripe

Go to the sidebar → Billing. Click Connect Stripe and sign in to your existing Stripe account, or create one during the flow. You keep 100% of what you charge — LodgeHQ takes no percentage of client payments.

2. Create an invoice

1. Open the client matter you want to invoice.
2. Click the Invoices tab, then New Invoice.
3. Add line items (Professional fees, DHA lodgement fee, disbursements), GST if applicable, and a due date.
4. Save as draft, or click Send to email the invoice with a Stripe payment link.

3. Payment tracking

When the client pays via the Stripe link, our webhook marks the invoice as paid automatically. You'll see the status flip on the matter page and get an email confirmation.