Intake and Referral Attorney

1800lionlaw; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base + bonuses

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

401(k) with matching

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Thompson Law LLP in Dallas seeks an Intake and Referral Attorney to lead the intake department and optimize the referral partner network. You will assist the intake paralegals, provide legal counsel, and ensure a smooth transition for clients into our services.

Responsibilities include managing intake, analyzing case viability, developing referral strategies, and tracking revenue impact while upholding superior client service and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice in Texas.
• At least 5 years of legal experience, with 2+ years in personal injury or related practice.

Responsibilities

• Oversee intake process and guide paralegals during initial client consultations.
• Evaluate new clients and advise on viability of personal injury cases.
• Collaborate with leadership to optimize intake, referrals, and revenue tracking.
• Maintain knowledge of personal injury law and ensure high client service standards.
• Manage referral partner relationships and monitor case distribution and status.

Skills

Legal experience

Client relationships

Data-driven

Spanish

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Lexamica

Job description

Thompson Law is a premier personal injury firm dedicated to representing individuals and families whose lives have been upended by preventable tragedies. We launched in Texas and now serve clients in key markets across the country, recovering over $2.1 billion for our clients. Recognized by Top Verdict for hundreds of our results and named among the Best Law Firms in the U.S., we pair relentless advocacy with true client commitment to drive exceptional results.

We are seeking an Intake Attorney for our Dallas office.

We are seeking a driven, experienced Intake and Referral Attorney to oversee our growing intake department and lead our referral partner network.

As an Attorney at Thompson Law LLP, you will play a pivotal role in our client acquisition process. Your primary responsibility will be to assist and guide our intake paralegals in evaluating new clients, providing legal counsel, and ensuring a seamless transition for clients into our firm's services. You also will be responsible for partnering with firm leadership to optimize case intake, distribution, and tracking of referred cases, ensuring that referral opportunities are maximized and revenue is accurately managed. The role demands a robust understanding of personal injury law and excellent client service skills to effectively assess and address potential clients' needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Intake Management
  • Provide legal expertise and guidance to the intake team during the initial client consultation phase.
  • Analyze potential personal injury cases to determine their viability and alignment with the firm's standards.
  • Offer legal counsel to the intake team regarding the complexities and potential strategies for new cases.
  • Ensure a high standard of client service and care during the intake process.
  • Collaborate with other departments to streamline the client onboarding process.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of personal injury law and practice.
• Referral Partner Management
  • Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with national referral partners.
  • Collaborate with leadership (including Ryan) on developing and executing the referral partner strategy.
  • Identify and update criteria for cases to be referred out.
  • Manage process surrounding maintained interest cases.
• Case Oversight & Optimization
  • Ensure referral opportunities are fully leveraged across practice areas.
  • Optimize case distribution to referral partners based on volume, type, and historical results.
  • Track and monitor case status with partners; follow up regularly to ensure timely updates.
• Data & Reporting
  • Maintain an updated referral case log for active matters.
  • Collaborate with the finance team to forecast referral revenue and analyze performance.
  • Provide leadership with regular reports on case distribution, status, and revenue impact.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Confirmation to practice law in the State of Texas.
• A minimum of 5 years of legal experience, with at least 2 years specifically in personal injury law.
• Strong relationship management skills; ability to engage with attorneys and partners nationwide.
• Data-driven mindset with comfort in tracking, analyzing, and reporting outcomes.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple referral relationships simultaneously.
• High initiative, professional presence, and ability to work collaboratively with attorneys and finance teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish is highly desirable.
• Experience in a client-facing role within a legal setting.
• Demonstrated ability to handle high-pressure situations with professionalism.
• Familiarity with Lexamica.

Benefits Package

• Competitive base + Generous Bonuses. Total compensation is limited only by your ambition to build, grow, and produce results for our clients. Bonuses are paid monthly.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, FSA/HAS
• Paid time off/Sick time/Paid holidays
• 401(k) with matching employer contributions
• Opportunity to be a part of a national growing law firm
• Professional Development programs