LegalLink

LegalLink is an innovative platform designed to bridge the gap between legal professionals and individuals seeking legal assistance. The project leverages technology to streamline legal consultations, document sharing, and case tracking.

Features

• User-Friendly Interface: Easy navigation for both lawyers and clients.
• Secure Document Sharing: Confidentiality ensured with encryption.
• Appointment Scheduling: Clients can book consultations seamlessly.
• Case Tracking: Keep track of ongoing legal cases with real-time updates.
• Legal Resources: Access to a repository of legal documents and FAQs.

Tech Stack

• Frontend: React, Tailwind CSS
• Backend: Node.js, Express.js
• Database: MongoDB
• Authentication: JWT-based authentication

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/net-nex/LegalLink.git

2. Navigate to the project directory:

   cd LegalLink

3. Install dependencies:

   npm install

4. Set up environment variables in a .env file (Refer to .env.example)
5. Start the development server:

   npm run dev

Usage

• Register/Login as a lawyer or client.
• Set up a legal profile (lawyers) or describe legal issues (clients).
• Book appointments and manage consultations.
• Upload and review legal documents securely.

Contribution

We welcome contributions! Follow these steps:

1. Fork the repository.
2. Create a new branch:

   git checkout -b feature-name

3. Commit your changes:

   git commit -m "Added a new feature"

4. Push to your branch:

   git push origin feature-name

5. Open a pull request.