Looking for CRM recs – must have time tracking and project tracking

I was looking at Monday.com, but one of the most important features I need is time tracking. I'm the sole proprietor of my business, with no employees, but I may add people at some point in the future. I work in a specialty area and I'm retained by lawyers as an expert witness and create detailed documents for them. Each "project" has alot of steps, so I need to keep track of all of my to-dos, time tracking each project and track billing/payments.

I like the project board of monday.com, but I feel like I don't need more than basic plan, but I would have to pay for the next level up in order to have time tracking.

I would appreciate any recommendations! Thank you!