How to Connect Microsoft 365 Calendar to LeanLaw
Step-by-step guide to connecting Microsoft 365 calendar in LeanLaw, including enabling the integration and syncing calendar events.
How to Connect Microsoft 365 Calendar to LeanLaw
Connecting your Microsoft 365 calendar to LeanLaw allows you to view your calendar events and use them to help track time more efficiently.
Before you begin
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You must have a Microsoft 365 account
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Your organization may require admin approval before connecting
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Make sure you're signed into the correct Microsoft account
Step 1: Open the Time Entry page
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In LeanLaw, go to the Time Entry page
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Locate the option to connect your calendar
Step 2: Enable Microsoft 365 integration
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Toggle on Microsoft 365 Calendar Integration
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When prompted, click to connect your account
Step 3: Sign in to Microsoft
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You’ll be redirected to Microsoft
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Enter your Microsoft 365 credentials
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Select the correct account if prompted
Step 4: Authorize access
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Review the requested permissions
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Click Accept to allow LeanLaw to access your calendar
Step 5: Confirm the connection
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Your calendar events should now appear in LeanLaw
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It may take a few minutes for events to sync
How it works
After connecting:
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Your Microsoft 365 calendar events will appear in LeanLaw
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You can use events to help create time entries
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Event details (like titles and times) can assist with accurate time tracking
Tips for best results
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Keep your calendar up to date for accurate time tracking
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Use clear event names and descriptions
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Review your events regularly to ensure all time is captured
Common issues and how to fix them
Connection not working
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Make sure you are signed into the correct Microsoft account
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Try reconnecting using a private or incognito browser
Permission error
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Your organization may require admin approval
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Contact your IT administrator if needed
Events not appearing
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Allow time for initial sync
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Disconnect and reconnect the integration if needed