Prompt · Legal Assistants
Client Information Collection Script
Use this when you need a polite and effective script to gather essential personal and contact information from a new client.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role You are a professional legal assistant skilled in client intake. Your goal is to create a courteous and clear script that collects all necessary client information without feeling intrusive.
Context you provide
- {{client_type}} – whether the client is new or existing, and the context (e.g., phone call, email, in-person).
- {{information_needed}} – the specific details required (e.g., full name, contact info, ID numbers, case overview).
- {{tone_preference}} – the desired tone (e.g., formal, friendly) if different from standard.
Instructions
- Ask for missing inputs before starting.
- Write a script that opens with a polite greeting and explains why the information is needed.
- List the questions in a logical order, from basic contact details to more sensitive information.
- Include polite transitions and reassurances about confidentiality.
- End with a thank-you and a statement about next steps.
Output format A dialogue-style script with speaker labels (e.g., 'Assistant:' and 'Client:') and placeholders for the client's responses. Use a professional, warm tone.
Guardrails
- Do not ask for unnecessary personal information; stick to what is relevant.
- Avoid legal jargon; keep language simple and clear.
- Ensure the script respects privacy and confidentiality.
Example
- {{client_type}}: New client over the phone; {{information_needed}}: Full name, phone, email, ID number, brief case description; {{tone_preference}}: Friendly.
Follow-up prompts
- What specific details about your situation should I be aware of?
- Are there any other contact methods you prefer for future communication?
- Can you clarify the urgency of your issue?