Virtual reception services tailored to
criminal defense attorneys.

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Virtual reception for criminal defense attorneys.

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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.

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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.

Inquire now
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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.

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“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.

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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.

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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
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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
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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:

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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.

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Our clients’ verdict.

LexHelper allows me to focus on my work without being distracted.
Brandon Venegas, Louisiana attorney
Our firm is growing and our no-show rate has dramatically improved.
Levy Walker, Alabama attorney
Removes significant barriers to those firms who need support staff.
JR, Georgia attorney

Pricing.

LexAssistant PAYG

$85*

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


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LexAssistant 50

$169*

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


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Most Popular
Most Popular

LexAssistant 100

$319*

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


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LexAssistant 200

$599*

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


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LexAssistant 300

$864*

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


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LexAssistant 400

$1,129*

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


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LexAssistant 500

$1,399*

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

$1,949*

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


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LexAssistant 1000

$2,499

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


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LexAssistant 1250

$3,029

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


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LexAssistant 1500

$3,529

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


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Higher call volumes

Request a custom quote

Need a legal answering service that caters for more than 1,500 minutes per month?

Ask about our high-volume discounts!

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* One-time setup fee of $89. All pricing exclusive of relevant sales tax. Additional charges may apply. Refer to Terms & Conditions.

Frequently Asked
Questions.

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Yes, our receptionists can seamlessly handle key tasks directly in your practice management software, CRM and scheduling systems – ensuring consistency with your established processes.   Please see the current list of software we support.

Yes! Our receptionists are 100% US-based. That means clear communication, extensive local geographical knowledge, and great service for your callers.

Yes. We follow your exact script or intake flow. We can also build your intake questions into a secure webform which you can view and approve. Whether you practice personal injury, immigration, family law, or criminal defense, we ask the right questions to help you qualify and prioritize new leads.

We can work within your existing systems or CRM, or build and host custom intake forms for you. You choose what works best for you and your practice. Either way, you get complete, accurate case info from every call.

We can ask any qualifying questions you provide. For example, many law firms like to ask the type of legal issue, date of incident, location, or whether the caller has already spoken with another attorney. We’ll tailor the process to fit your practice area.

We answer calls fast – typically within 12 seconds. Our average speed of answer is around four rings or less, thanks to enterprise-grade call routing and our local United States based team of trained virtual receptionists

Frequently
Asked Questions.

Yes, our receptionists can seamlessly handle key tasks directly in your practice management software, CRM and scheduling systems – ensuring consistency with your established processes.   Please see the current list of software we support.

Yes! Our receptionists are 100% US-based. That means clear communication, extensive local geographical knowledge, and great service for your callers.

Yes. We follow your exact script or intake flow. We can also build your intake questions into a secure webform which you can view and approve. Whether you practice personal injury, immigration, family law, or criminal defense, we ask the right questions to help you qualify and prioritize new leads.

We can work within your existing systems or CRM, or build and host custom intake forms for you. You choose what works best for you and your practice. Either way, you get complete, accurate case info from every call.

We can ask any qualifying questions you provide. For example, many law firms like to ask the type of legal issue, date of incident, location, or whether the caller has already spoken with another attorney. We’ll tailor the process to fit your practice area.

We answer calls fast – typically within 12 seconds. Our average speed of answer is around four rings or less, thanks to enterprise-grade call routing and our local United States based team of trained virtual receptionists

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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.

Start your free trial

Note: Our free trial excludes outbound calling and add-on services including after-hours answering.

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