Role Description
Fast-growing legal teams rely on accurate intake processes, responsive communication, and organized case handling to connect qualified clients with the right legal support. The Legal Intake Specialist - Personal Injury plays a critical role in managing client inquiries, screening potential cases, and maintaining efficient intake workflows. This opportunity offers a long-term global career with Emapta, designed for top 1% talent seeking meaningful work, professional growth, and premium opportunities.
Qualifications
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3-5 years of relevant experience in legal intake, preferably supporting U.S. personal injury firms
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Advanced professional English proficiency (C1 or higher)
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Working knowledge of personal injury case types, including motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, premises liability, and workplace injuries
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Understanding of personal injury terminology, including liability, damages, PIP, bodily injury, and statute of limitations
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Proven ability to handle emotional or distressed callers with empathy while keeping conversations focused
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Strong written English skills for preparing clear and detailed case notes
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Hands-on experience with legal CRM or intake platforms and e-signature tools
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Ability to manage high call volumes, follow scripts, and meet performance metrics
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Reliable high-speed internet, a quiet home office, and a backup power or connectivity plan
Requirements
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Mass tort intake experience involving product liability, pharmaceutical or medical device claims, or environmental exposure, including questionnaires and proof-of-use or diagnosis screening
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Familiarity with Lead Docket, Litify, Filevine, CASEpeer, Clio Grow, Salesforce, DocuSign, or RingCentral
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Background working with medical records or insurance claims
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Degree or coursework in Law, Paralegal Studies, or a related field
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Previous work in a speed-to-lead environment with sign-up or conversion targets
Responsibilities
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Handle inbound calls, web forms, chats, and SMS inquiries from potential clients and make prompt outbound callbacks on new leads
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Conduct structured intake interviews in English or Spanish covering accident details, injuries, medical treatment, insurance, lost wages, and liability
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Screen cases against established criteria, including jurisdiction, statute of limitations, existing representation, and case type
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Enter complete and accurate notes into the CRM or case management system in real time
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Send and follow up on retainer agreements, e-signatures, HIPAA authorizations, and intake documents until each file is complete
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Schedule consultations and hand off qualified cases to attorneys or case managers with clear case summaries
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Follow up persistently and professionally with unresponsive leads to maximize sign-ups
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Maintain compliance by avoiding legal advice or promises of outcomes, following contact-consent (TCPA) requirements, and protecting sensitive medical and personal information
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Escalate urgent matters, including approaching statute deadlines, to the supervising attorney immediately
Benefits
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5-day work week
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Weekends off
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Work-from-home arrangement
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20 vacation days in total
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Prepaid medicine
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Fully customized Emapta laptop and peripherals
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Direct exposure to global clients
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Career growth opportunities
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Diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed
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Prime office locations in Bogotá and Medellín
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Unlimited upskilling through Emapta Academy courses