Client Intake

Every call. Answered.
Every time.

24/7 intake built around your firm's process — so no lead goes cold.

Features
  • 24/7 — nights, weekends, trial, depositions, lunch
  • Multilingual
  • Tailored to your firm's intake process
  • Same professional tone, every single call
  • No hold music, no waiting
  • Automated follow-ups
  • Every call transcribed
  • Summary Delivered
  • A fraction of a receptionist's cost
The Problem

A missed call is a client
hired by someone else.

35% of calls to law firms go unanswered. Most callers who reach voicemail don't leave one — they call the next firm.

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Missed calls

Every unanswered call is a prospective client who may never call back — and may already be dialing a competitor.

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After-hours inquiries

People search for a lawyer nights and weekends, outside normal office hours — exactly when most firms can't answer.

Slow follow-up

Even when a message is left, a delayed callback is often enough for a prospective client to choose someone else.

Source: Clio Legal Trends Report; PATLive voicemail abandonment data.

Plans

Coverage that scales
with your call volume.

Every plan includes a monthly voice allowance. Upgrade as your firm's call volume grows.

2nd Voice
$249 /month
Never miss a client opportunity.
Includes 500 voice minutes/month (~100 five-minute conversations). Additional usage billed at $0.60/min.
  • Every call answered
  • Messages captured accurately
  • Appointments scheduled
  • Call summaries delivered
  • Available around the clock
  • Less interruption for attorneys and staff
2nd Growth
$2,995 /month
Make your firm easier to find, easier to contact, and easier to hire.
Includes 5,000 voice minutes/month (~1,000 five-minute conversations). Additional usage billed at $0.40/min.
Get Found
  • A stronger, more consistent online presence so prospective clients can find your firm
  • Consistent contact information across your web presence
Get Chosen
  • Every inquiry receives a fast, professional response that reflects well on your firm
Get Contacted
  • Multiple ways for prospective clients to reach you, all monitored and answered promptly
Get More Consultations
  • Qualified leads scheduled directly onto your calendar
  • Proactive follow-up with prospects who haven't responded
Reduce Your Workload
  • A dedicated point of contact for your account
  • Ongoing monitoring and tuning of your intake process
  • Monthly reporting on call and lead volume

You focus on practicing law. We help keep your pipeline moving.

Plans include voice minutes. Five-minute conversations are shown as a simple reference point; actual conversation length varies.
No surprise usage fees. Every plan includes a monthly voice allowance, and additional usage is clearly priced.

How It Works

Intake that doesn't
take a day off.

1

A call comes in

Whether it's after hours, during a busy stretch, or while your team is in court, the call is picked up.

2

It's answered and information is gathered

The caller is greeted professionally, and their information and reason for calling are collected.

3

The inquiry is qualified

The caller is checked against your firm's own intake rules and requirements.

4

It's routed, scheduled, or escalated

Depending on your firm's setup, the caller is scheduled for a consultation, routed to the right person, or flagged for your team's attention.

The Value

Fewer missed calls. Faster response.
One less thing to manage.

35%

of law firm calls go unanswered industry-wide

80%+

of callers who reach voicemail hang up without leaving one

1st

firm to have a live conversation is typically the one that gets hired

Source: Clio Legal Trends Report; PATLive voicemail abandonment data.

Common Scenarios

After hours. Mid-trial.
Fully booked. Still covered.

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After Hours

A prospective client calls at 9pm on a Saturday. Their information is collected, and your team follows up.

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Busy Office

Every line is tied up during a hectic week. Calls still get answered — nothing falls through the cracks.

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Attorney Unavailable

You're in court and can't pick up. The caller still gets a helpful, professional response.

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Multiple Calls

Three calls come in at once. Every one of them is answered — none go to voicemail.

In each case, the caller is still professionally handled.

Who It's For

Built for practices where
the phone is the front door.

Personal Injury Family Law Criminal Defense Immigration Estate Planning Employment Law

...and other client-focused practices. This isn't an exclusive list — if your firm depends on responsive intake, 2ndCounsel can likely help.

FAQ

Common questions.
Direct answers.

Does this replace my attorneys?

No. It follows your firm's intake process and hands off exactly when your process says to. Attorneys make every legal judgment.

Does it give legal advice or decide if someone has a case?

No. It gathers information according to your firm's intake rules. It does not provide legal advice or determine case viability.

Is caller information kept confidential?

Yes — handled with the same confidentiality expectations as any other firm communication.

Does this work with our existing phone number and tools?

In most cases, yes — talk to us about your current phone setup.

Is it fully automated?

No. It follows your firm's intake process and escalates to your team exactly when your rules say to.

Never Miss Another Call

The next call could
be your next client.

Book a 15-minute call — we'll show you exactly how 2ndCounsel would handle your firm's calls.

No obligation. A clear look at what 2ndCounsel could do for your firm.