How do I create a new Matter?

How do I create a new Matter?

You can create a new Matter from any page of Matter365 application by using the shortcut from the application header (“+” in the upper right-hand corner). 
Additionally, on Matters page, you can click Create new Matter button. 

  

In both cases, the following dialog will appear, and you can enter some basic information about the Matter you’re about to create. 



 

Populate all the fields marked with * and click save. 

There are some restrictions when it comes to naming your Matters, some special characters can't be used. See the full list here: https://app.matter365.com/OfficeConstraints
 
There are some character limitations when it comes to Contact Display name, Matter name, and Description:
Contact Display name can't be longer than 100 characters. 
Matter name can't be longer than 92 characters.
Description can't be longer than 10 000 characters.
Please Note: The Matter Name is NOT editable once a Matter has been created.  The Matter Name is used to create folders and pages in various Office365 Applications, so once the Matter has been created, the name cannot be changed. 

For more detailed explanation check out this article: Creating a Matter