Description:
Description:Associate Intake Attorney
Be the first voice clients trust. Be the advocate who sets their case in motion.
Our firm is growing, and we're looking for an Associate Intake Attorney who combines sharp legal instincts with genuine empathy for people facing difficult moments. This role sits at the front line of our practice — where strategy, client care, and case evaluation intersect.
If you enjoy thinking on your feet, connecting with people, and shaping strong cases from day one, this is not a back-office role — it's a high-impact position where your legal judgment truly matters.
Responsibilities of Our Associate Intake Attorney
Case Evaluation & Legal Analysis
- Assess case merits, liability, damages, and legal viability
- Identify key legal issues, deadlines, and risks
- Analyze documentation, including contracts, medical records, employment files, or incident reports
- Make informed recommendations regarding acceptance or declination of matters
- Provide preliminary legal advice consistent with firm policies
- Spot evidentiary needs and recommend next investigative steps
- Outline potential claims, defenses, and legal theories
- Collaborate with partners and litigation teams on strategy for accepted cases
- Prepare case summaries and risk assessments for internal review
- Draft engagement letters, retainer agreements, and declination letters
- Maintain thorough, accurate intake notes and client records
- Ensure conflicts checks are completed and documented
- Track statutes of limitations and other critical deadlines
- Maintain compliance with ethical and confidentiality requirements
- Manage a high volume of consultations efficiently
- Use case management and CRM systems to document and track leads
- Coordinate with intake staff, paralegals, and attorneys for case transfers
- Assist in improving intake workflows and procedures
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Active bar license in good standing
- 1–4+ years of litigation, plaintiff-side, or client-facing legal experience preferred
- Strong issue-spotting and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and listening abilities
- Confident, empathetic, and professional demeanor
- Organized with strong documentation habits
- Comfortable managing a high volume of consultations
What we offer:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive and generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short-term, and long-term disability, and life/AD&D
- Matching 401k, up to 6% match
- Collaborative and diverse work environment
- Compensation based on experience.
