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We are looking for an experienced Intake Director to oversee a busy intake function for a plaintiff-side practice in New York. This role focuses on strengthening team performance, improving the prospective client experience, and increasing the effectiveness of case intake processes. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, sound judgment in evaluating new matters, and the ability to guide a remote team in a fast-moving legal environment.
Job Responsibility
Direct the day-to-day work of a remote intake team managing a large volume of new inquiries and consultation requests
Ensure prospective clients receive timely, compassionate, and clear communication across all intake channels
Assess potential personal injury and medical malpractice matters to determine viability and alignment with firm criteria
Analyze intake results by reviewing conversion trends, responsiveness, follow-up activity, and signed retainer outcomes
Establish clear performance expectations, accountability measures, and streamlined workflows to improve departmental efficiency
Coach and develop team members on consultative conversations, objection response techniques, and client-centered communication
Prepare and share recurring reports on key intake indicators, including lead quality, retention progress, and call-handling effectiveness
Partner with attorneys to arrange consultations and route suitable matters for prompt review and assignment
Requirements
At least 5 years of relevant experience in legal intake, operations, or paralegal leadership within a law firm setting
Demonstrated success managing intake teams in a high-volume legal environment
Background in plaintiff personal injury and/or medical malpractice matters is strongly preferred
Experience supervising remote staff and maintaining performance across distributed teams
Strong ability to interpret intake data, monitor operational metrics, and drive measurable improvement
Working knowledge of case qualification, lead assessment, and the factors that influence client decision-making
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced setting with high standards for accountability and responsiveness
Nice to have
Background in plaintiff personal injury and/or medical malpractice matters is strongly preferred
What we offer
Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance