As the first point of contact for potential clients, you will be instrumental in creating a strong first impression, guiding prospects through the intake process, and ensuring all leads are properly qualified and scheduled.
Responsibilities
• Handle incoming calls and emails, greeting prospects, clients, and referral sources with professionalism and care
• Transfer incoming calls to other team members
• Screen and qualify leads to determine suitability for the firm, gauge urgency, and identify potential conflicts of interest
• Schedule client meetings and initial consultations, and collect payments for engagements
• Initiate the pre-engagement process to improve consultation show-up rates and client engagement
• Provide attorneys with all necessary information to prepare for consultations
• Follow up with potential clients who do not schedule, miss consultations, or have not signed engagement agreements
• Maintain accurate records in the firm's CRM (Lawmatics), tracking leads, referrals, consultations, and key metrics
• Ensure every person who contacts the firm is better off-whether by scheduling a consultation, receiving a referral, or accessing helpful resources
Qualifications
• Prior customer service experience required; legal or real estate experience is a plus
• Experience with CRMs and data tracking/reporting is required
• Strong phone and email communication skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple calls and tasks efficiently
• Empathy and real-life experience ("battle scars") are a plus, allowing you to connect meaningfully with clients facing challenges
• Education or experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree preferred, but not required