Intake Attorney

Amaro Law Firm; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Amaro Law Firm in Houston seeks an Intake Attorney to guide the intake and onboarding of potential personal injury cases. The role involves evaluating cases, performing 2-Eye Reviews, and coordinating with intake and legal teams to preserve claims.

Flexibility for after-hours, travel, and in-person client meetings is required. The ideal candidate has a JD from an accredited school, active Texas Bar membership, and at least five years of plaintiff-side PI experience, with strong communication and

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Texas State Bar in good standing.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in personal injury law, preferably plaintiff-side.
• Experience with case evaluation, liability analysis, and damages assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance and support throughout intake and onboarding processes.
• Evaluate prospective cases and conduct 2-Eye Reviews.
• Meet with potential clients and ensure claims are investigated and preserved.
• Train team members on case evaluation and ensure matters are positioned for success.
• Collaborate with intake and legal teams across departments.
• Attend client meetings and sign-ups, with flexibility for after-hours and weekends.

Skills

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Active Texas State Bar

Personal injury law experience

Case evaluation

Education

J.D./LL.B.

Job description

Amaro Law Firm is a nationally recognized plaintiff’s trial law firm founded in 2005 and headquartered in the Houston Heights. From our 20,000-square-foot office, our team of attorneys and legal professionals pursue justice for individuals and families affected by wrongful death, catastrophic personal injury, and commercial vehicle accidents. We are committed to excellence, integrity, and delivering results that make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients.

Key Core Values

• Be Used and Useful to Others
• Ethos before Egos
• Excellence is Our Presence
• Control the Controllables
• Comfort in Discomfort

Our Culture

We foster a results-driven mindset where every team member is empowered to take ownership, solve problems, and contribute to the firm’s success. Operating on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), we set clear goals, track progress through KPIs and OKRs, and follow structured SOPs to ensure consistency, accountability, and continuous improvement across every department.

The Role

The Intake Attorney provides legal guidance and support throughout the intake and onboarding process, including evaluating potential cases, conducting 2-Eye Reviews, meeting with prospective clients, and ensuring claims are properly investigated and preserved. This role works closely with the Intake and legal teams to identify high-value cases, provide guidance on investigations, train team members on case evaluation, and ensure new matters are positioned for success. The position requires flexibility, including after-hours and weekend availability, travel, and in-person client meetings as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Evaluation & 2-Eye Review
• Legal Correspondence & Claim Preservation
• Intake Legal Support & Case Onboarding
• Training & Team Development
• Client Meetings & Sign-Ups
• Filevine Documentation & INV Inventory Management
• After-Hours & Weekend On-Call Coverage
• Cross-Department Collaboration

Key Characteristics

• Strong legal judgment with the ability to evaluate complex liability and damages issues
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client-facing interactions
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under time pressure
• Flexible and responsive, with willingness to travel and work non-traditional hours
• Collaborative mindset with a commitment to team development and mentorship
• Proactive approach to identifying opportunities and resolving issues

Required Experience

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active member in good standing of the Texas State Bar
• Minimum 5 years of experience in personal injury law, preferably plaintiff-side
• Experience with case evaluation, liability analysis, and damages assessment