Criminal Defense & Family Law Consulting Attorney

Overview

A mid-sized law firm with offices and attorneys across Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, and South Carolina is seeking a full-time Consulting Attorney to join their Intake & Client Consulting Team. The firm practices in Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Family Law, and Trusts & Estates. This role focuses on providing legal consultations and client intake primarily in Criminal Defense and Family Law.

Responsibilities

• Conduct phone consultations with prospective clients seeking Criminal Defense and Family Law representation.
• Evaluate clients' legal needs and determine suitability for the firm.
• Explain the firm’s services and guide clients through the engagement process.
• Match clients with the appropriate attorney based on their legal matter.
• Prepare and complete retainer agreements.
• Maintain accurate consultation notes in CRM and case management systems.
• Follow established consultation workflows while ensuring an exceptional client experience.
• Collaborate with Intake and Marketing teams to enhance client acquisition and conversion.

Requirements

• Active Maryland Bar license in good standing (required).
• Prior experience in Criminal Defense (required).
• Familiarity with Family Law (strongly preferred).
• Experience conducting legal consultations or working in a law firm intake environment is highly desirable.
• Excellent verbal communication and active listening skills.
• Ability to communicate with empathy, professionalism, and confidence.
• Strong organizational and computer skills, including experience with CRM and case management software.
• Sales, client intake, or customer service experience is a significant plus.

Compensation & Work Arrangement

• Salary range: $65,000–$80,000 annually, based on experience.
• Additional competitive commission structure.
• Fully remote position (U.S.-based applicants only).
• Preferred work schedule: Saturday through Wednesday, with Thursdays and Fridays off.
• Ideal daily hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with flexibility to work 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM if needed.