Law Firm Communication Checklist
Law Firm Communication Checklist
This checklist ensures all client communications are handled with the highest level of professionalism and consistency at [Your Company Name]. It is designed to guide attorneys and support staff through various stages of client interaction, emphasizing efficient, effective, and thorough communication.
Number |
Task Description |
Responsible Party |
Completed (Y/N) |
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1. |
Acknowledge receipt of new client inquiries. |
Reception/Intake Team |
|
2. |
Perform initial conflict of interest check. |
Legal Assistant |
|
3. |
Schedule an initial consultation with the client. |
Paralegal |
|
4. |
Send pre-consultation information packet. |
Paralegal |
|
5. |
Confirm consultation date 24 hours in advance. |
Reception/Intake Team |
|
6. |
Provide consultation summary and next steps. |
Attorney |
|
7. |
Send engagement letter/retainer agreement. |
Attorney |
|
8. |
Confirm client receipt of an engagement letter. |
Reception/Intake Team |
|
9. |
Introduce the client to their case management team. |
Case Manager |
|
10. |
Provide the client with login details to the client portal. |
Case Manager |
|
11. |
Send bi-weekly/monthly case updates. |
Attorney/Case Manager |
|
12. |
Request necessary documents from the client. |
Paralegal |
|
13. |
Send reminders for upcoming deadlines. |
Paralegal |
|
14. |
Issue invoices according to the billing cycle. |
Billing Department |
|
15. |
Collect client feedback upon case resolution. |
Client Relations |
|
16. |
Provide final case summary and closure information. |
Attorney |
|
17. |
Offer follow-up services or appeals information, if applicable. |
Attorney |
|
18. |
Update client information system post-case closure. |
Legal Assistant |
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Instructions for Use:
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Check off each task once completed to ensure no step in the communication process is overlooked.
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Review the checklist at the end of each case or at regular intervals to ensure all communications are complete and documented.
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Adapt the checklist as necessary to fit specific case needs or client requests.