# A simple intake form that saves a law office ten hours a week

- URL: https://fixitadvice.online/blog/a-simple-intake-form-that-saves-a-law-office-ten-hours-a-week
- Published: 2026-09-19
- Updated: 2026-09-19
- Author: GrowLocal Editors (GrowLocal)
- Section: Legal & Professional
- Tags: law firms, intake, efficiency

> Collecting the right facts up front cuts back-and-forth emails and screens out matters you cannot take.

Small firms lose hours to phone tag with prospective clients. A structured intake form turns that time into billable work.

### Ask only what you need

Name, contact details, matter type, key dates and the other parties. Ten fields is plenty.

### Route by matter type

Send urgent matters straight to a lawyer's calendar, and decline out-of-scope work with a friendly referral. Pair it with [sound back-office help](/blog/what-to-ask-before-hiring-a-small-business-accountant) and explore the [legal & professional](/category/legal-professional) desk.