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How to Build a Law Firm Intake System That Drives Growth


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Episode Summary

In this episode of Circle of Trust, law firm growth expert Keith Dyer, founder of LEXGRO, explains why intake is one of the most critical business functions in a law firm. He breaks down the biggest mistakes firms make with intake, the importance of training intake staff, and how to build processes that consistently convert leads into clients.

Keith emphasizes that intake should be treated as a sales function, not just phone answering. He shares real-world stories of law firms losing cases due to broken systems, poorly trained staff, and lack of empathy in client interactions. Keith also highlights the tools, metrics, and training methods that transform intake into a growth-driving engine for law firms.

Listeners will learn how to identify weak spots in their intake process, measure ROI from improvements, and take the first steps toward building a system that increases conversions and revenue.

Key Timestamps

01:15 – Why intake is the most important function in a law firm

02:20 – Common intake mistakes that cost firms leads and revenue
04:10 – The importance of empathy, speed, and process in intake success
06:00 – Why intake must be treated like a sales department
07:25 – How intake data strengthens marketing and client targeting
09:15 – Tools and systems that support effective intake
11:00 – Why staff training is essential for intake performance
12:20 – Measuring ROI from intake improvements
13:40 – The first step for law firms looking to optimize intake

About the Show

Circle of Trust is a podcast dedicated to helping ambitious law firms achieve predictable growth through proven marketing and operational strategies. Featuring Keith Dyer, the show provides honest insights and actionable advice to scale practices with confidence, clarity, and consistency. It empowers law firm owners to move beyond guesswork and build sustainable systems for client acquisition and retention.

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