Your first line of defense for client calls.
From clients in custody to last-minute court scheduling, our trained receptionists handle every call with care and professionalism. We support your practice so you can focus on defending your clients.
US-based receptionists
Our experienced receptionists answer legal calls with professionalism.
Smart call handling
We say who’s calling, like a judge or DA, and you decide whether to take it.
Criminal case intake
We gather key details like charges, court dates, and case numbers.
Lead capture 24/7
We respond to every new client inquiry, even outside business hours.
Consultation scheduling
We book appointments into your calendar and manage reminders.
Bilingual support
Serve both English and Spanish-speaking clients with confidence.
Your first
line of defense
for client calls.
Local US receptionists
Our experienced receptionists answer legal calls with professionalism.
Smart call handling
We say who’s calling, like a judge or DA, and you decide whether to take it.
Criminal case intake
We gather key details like charges, court dates, and case numbers.
Lead capture 24/7
We respond to every new client inquiry, even outside business hours.
Consultation scheduling
We book appointments directly into your calendar and send reminders.
Bilingual support
Serve both English and Spanish-speaking clients with confidence.

Receptionists for criminal attorneys.
Whether you’re in court, visiting a client in jail, or speaking with the DA, missing calls can cost more than time; they can impact your case. We understand the pace of criminal law and ensure your clients feel heard and supported, even when you’re unavailable.
Use our service for:
- Case intake & screening
- Jail call intake
- Court communication
- Emergency scheduling
- Prosecutor & judge calls
- Quoting consultation fees
When every minute matters, we’re your trusted front office – so you can focus on defense, not distractions. Try our virtual reception services free for 7 days.

“Most of the criminal law firms we work with are juggling court, client calls, and urgent messages all day. We step in where it counts, so they can stay focused on the casework.”
Hannah, Account Executive

Receptionists for criminal attorneys.
Whether you’re in court, visiting a client in jail, or speaking with the DA, missing calls can cost more than time; they can impact your case. We understand the pace of criminal law and ensure your clients feel heard and supported, even when you’re unavailable.
Use our service for:
- Case intake & screening
- Jail call intake
- Court communication
- Emergency scheduling
- Prosecutor & judge calls
- Quoting consultation fees
When every minute matters, we’re your trusted front office – so you can focus on defense, not distractions. Try our virtual reception services free for 7 days.
How it works.
How it works.
You divert.
Forward your firm’s calls to our receptionists.
We answer.
We answer your calls in the name of your firm.
We connect.
We take messages, transfer or book appointments.
We message.
You receive all the details via email, text or both.
We’ve supported defense firms for over a decade.

Trusted by attorneys across the U.S.
LexHelper has supported solo and small defense firms for over a decade, helping them grow and protect their time.
- Used by attorneys in both rural and urban courts
- Receptionists trained in legal answering
- We work as part of your team, answering all calls or overflow

Reclaim your billable hours.
Reduce interruptions and distractions by freeing your team from time-consuming call tasks, so they can focus on critical casework and client service.
- Eliminate distractions during casework and court
- Let us manage message-taking and client intake
- Overflow support during busy times or breaks

Extend your team without hiring
Live Answering is just one way we help criminal law firms stay organized, responsive, and client-focused. Our full suite also helps you to:
- Schedule consultations instantly with appointment setting
- Collect client info efficiently using custom intake forms
- Keep cases moving with outbound follow-ups
- Use paralegal services for drafting and research
Supporting lawyers for over a decade.
Trusted by U.S. attorneys.
- Used by attorneys in rural and urban courts.
- Receptionists trained in legal answering.
- Answering all client calls or overflow.
Reclaim your billable hours.
- Remove distractions during casework or court.
- We manage message-taking and client intake.
- Overflow support during busy times or breaks.
Extend your team without hiring.
- Use our team to schedule consultations.
- Use client intake forms to collect client info.
- Keep cases moving with outbound follow-ups.
Our clients’ verdict.
Pricing.
LexAssistant PAYG
per month
Pay As You Go
$3.50* per minute
FEATURES
- Bilingual call answering
- Lead qualification
- Warm call transfers
- Client intake
- Calendar management
- Outbound calling
- Payment processing
Inquire now
LexAssistant 50
per month
Includes 50 receptionist minutes
Excess: $3.50* per minute
FEATURES
- Bilingual call answering
- Lead qualification
- Warm call transfers
- Client intake
- Calendar management
- Outbound calling
- Payment processing
Inquire now
LexAssistant 100
per month
Includes 100 receptionist minutes
Excess: $3.50* per minute
FEATURES
- Bilingual call answering
- Lead qualification
- Warm call transfers
- Client intake
- Calendar management
- Outbound calling
- Payment processing
Inquire now
LexAssistant 200
per month
Includes 200 receptionist minutes
Excess: $3.25* per minute
FEATURES
- Bilingual call answering
- Lead qualification
- Warm call transfers
- Client intake
- Calendar management
- Outbound calling
- Payment processing
Inquire now
LexAssistant 300
per month
Includes 300 receptionist minutes
Excess: $3.25* per minute
FEATURES
- Bilingual call answering
- Lead qualification
- Warm call transfers
- Client intake
- Calendar management
- Outbound calling
- Payment processing
Inquire now
LexAssistant 400
per month
Includes 400 receptionist minutes
Excess: $3.25* per minute
FEATURES
- Bilingual call answering
- Lead qualification
- Warm call transfers
- Client intake
- Calendar management
- Outbound calling
- Payment processing
Inquire now
LexAssistant 500
per month
Includes 500 receptionist minutes
Excess: $3.00* per minute
FEATURES
- Bilingual call answering
- Lead qualification
- Warm call transfers
- Client intake
- Calendar management
- Outbound calling
- Payment processing
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LexAssistant 750
per month
Includes 750 receptionist minutes
Excess: $3.00* per minute
FEATURES
- Bilingual call answering
- Lead qualification
- Warm call transfers
- Client intake
- Calendar management
- Outbound calling
- Payment processing
Inquire now
LexAssistant 1000
per month
Includes 1,000 receptionist minutes
Excess: $3.00* per minute
FEATURES
- Bilingual call answering
- Lead qualification
- Warm call transfers
- Client intake
- Calendar management
- Outbound calling
- Payment processing
Inquire now
LexAssistant 1250
per month
Includes 1,250 receptionist minutes
Excess: $2.75* per minute
FEATURES
- Bilingual call answering
- Lead qualification
- Warm call transfers
- Client intake
- Calendar management
- Outbound calling
- Payment processing
Inquire now
LexAssistant 1500
per month
Includes 1,500 receptionist minutes
Excess: $2.75* per minute
FEATURES
- Bilingual call answering
- Lead qualification
- Warm call transfers
- Client intake
- Calendar management
- Outbound calling
- Payment processing
Inquire now
Higher call volumes
Need a legal answering service that caters for more than 1,500 minutes per month?
Ask about our high-volume discounts!
* One-time setup fee of $89. All pricing exclusive of relevant sales tax. Additional charges may apply. Refer to Terms & Conditions.
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Want to try our legal answering services for free?
LexHelper is the law firm virtual reception solution you’ve been searching for, with US-based receptionists. Get started with our no-obligation 7-day free trial.
Note: Our free trial excludes outbound calling and add-on services including after-hours answering.
Want to try our legal answering services for free?
LexHelper is the law firm virtual reception solution you’ve been searching for, with US-based receptionists. Get started with our no-obligation 7-day free trial.
Note: Our free trial excludes outbound calling and add-on services including after-hours answering.

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