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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.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. 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

  1. Ask for missing inputs before starting.
  2. Write a script that opens with a polite greeting and explains why the information is needed.
  3. List the questions in a logical order, from basic contact details to more sensitive information.
  4. Include polite transitions and reassurances about confidentiality.
  5. 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?