Legal Intake Specialist

At McEldrew Purtell, we believe in taking care of the people who take care of our clients. We offer a competitive benefits package, including: Firm paid health and dental insurance for employees and dependents Four weeks of paid vacation plus paid holidays A mostly remote schedule that supports work life balance A collaborative, mission driven team environment We are seeking a compassionate and detail oriented Legal Intake Specialist to serve as the first point of contact for prospective clients. In this role, you will manage inbound inquiries, conduct intake interviews, document case details accurately, and help ensure a seamless client experience from the very first interaction. The ideal candidate is empathetic, organized, tech savvy, and comfortable working in a fast-paced legal environment. Must be available to work on Sundays Key Responsibilities Handle incoming calls, emails, and online inquiries from prospective clients Conduct intake interviews with professionalism, empathy, and accuracy Enter and maintain lead information in the firm's CRM system Triage inquiries appropriately and escalation urgent matters when needed Follow-up with prospective clients regularly Schedule consultations and coordinate with attorneys and staff Maintain organized and accurate records of all client interactions Assist with referral management, email triage, and document collection Collaborate with attorneys, intake leadership, and operations staff to support an efficient intake process Qualifications High school diploma required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred 2+ years of experience in legal intake, customer service, or a client facing role primarily over the phone Experience in personal injury or civil litigation strongly preferred Excellent communication, organization, and active listening skills Strong attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information confidential Proficiency with CRM and intake platforms such as Litify, Salesforce, Lead Docket, or Dial PAD Ability to multitask and work independently in a fast-paced environment Bilingual candidates, especially Spanish speaking, are strongly encouraged to apply #J-18808-Ljbffr