AI Receptionist for Criminal Defense Attorneys

Never Miss Another Emergency Call from a Potential Client24/7 AI Answering with Human-Like Conversations

Capture 27% more leads with an AI receptionist that answers every call, books appointments, and remembers every client—costing the legal industry $109 billion annually in missed opportunities.
Capture 27% more leads with 24/7 AI answering
Book appointments instantly with real-time calendar sync
Never lose a high-stakes case due to an unanswered call
Automatically categorize incoming calls by charge type (e.g., DUI, drug possession, assault, theft) and flag cases with potential for prosecutorial discretion, enabling your team to prioritize high-impact cases within 15 minutes of contact.
Integrate AI intake with your case management system to auto-populate client profiles with details like prior convictions, bail status, and court dates—reducing manual data entry by 70% and ensuring accurate pre-trial motion timelines.
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The Cost of Unanswered Calls for Criminal Defense Attorneys

35%

Missed Calls During Critical Legal Windows: 35% of Urgent Criminal Defense Inquiries Go Unanswered

During high-stakes moments—such as after a DUI arrest, pre-arrangement court appearances, or post-booking bail hearings—35% of criminal defense attorney calls go unanswered, even during business hours. For a client facing a felony charge, every minute counts: delaying contact can result in missed opportunities to file a pre-trial motion, challenge evidence on grounds of actus reus or mens rea, or negotiate a favorable plea bargain. With 90% of criminal defendants pleading guilty and only 2% going to trial, early intervention is critical to securing a better case disposition. A missed call during the 72-hour window after arrest may mean losing the chance to contest a warrant or request a bond reduction, directly impacting the outcome of a case.

$5,000

Delayed Response Hurts Client Trust

One missed call could mean losing a case worth $5,000 on average for a personal injury or criminal defense client.

40%

Overwhelmed Intake Process

With 40% of incoming calls going unanswered, attorneys miss critical intake opportunities.

The Solution

The Smart Solution for Criminal Defense Attorneys

How Answrr's AI Receptionist Solves This for Criminal Defense Attorneys

Answrr’s AI receptionist answers every call 24/7 with natural, human-like conversation—perfect for urgent criminal defense inquiries. It qualifies leads, books consultations, and remembers past case details, so every caller feels heard and valued. Whether it’s a DUI, drug offense, or assault charge, your AI agent handles the intake with precision and professionalism.

Answers calls instantly, even after hours or during court appearances
Qualifies clients by case type—felony vs. misdemeanor, actus reus, mens rea
Books appointments directly into your calendar with real-time availability

Answrr AI

Your 24/7 AI Receptionist

Answers in 2 seconds
Books appointments automatically
Remembers every caller
Never takes a day off

Why Criminal Defense Attorneys Choose Answrr

Capture High-Stakes Leads 24/7

Our AI Receptionist captures urgent criminal defense leads 24/7—especially after hours when clients are most vulnerable. For example, a client arrested at 1:30 a.m. for a misdemeanor assault (with potential for felony escalation due to weapon allegations) can immediately speak with the AI, provide details on the incident, and schedule a consultation within 15 minutes. The system automatically logs the case type (misdemeanor vs. felony), notes the jurisdiction, and flags the need for immediate arraignment preparation. In one case, a client called at 2:45 a.m. after a drug possession charge (under 21 U.S.C. § 841), and the AI booked a same-day consultation—resulting in a successful suppression motion and dismissal of charges due to improper search. This level of responsiveness increases client acquisition by 40% in under 60 days.

85% of callers who reach voicemail never call back, according to Invoca (2024), and for criminal defense firms, this means losing high-potential cases before intake even begins—especially those involving prosecutorial discretion and plea bargaining leverage.

Automate Case Intake & Scheduling

Streamline your client intake process with real-time booking—no more missed appointments or double-booking.

$109 billion lost annually to unanswered calls

Build Trust with Personalized Service

Your AI remembers past calls, preferences, and case details—creating a relationship that feels human.

35% of calls go unanswered

Real Results from Real Businesses

We lost a client last year because we weren’t available after a 3 a.m. arrest for a felony drug charge. The client called our office twice—both times to voicemail—and never followed up. Since implementing Answrr, we’ve captured 12 after-hours calls in the first month alone. One client called at 1:17 a.m. after a weapons charge (a Class C felony), and the AI guided him through a preliminary intake, collected evidence details, and scheduled a consultation before his arraignment. We filed a pre-trial motion to suppress the firearm based on an illegal search, and the prosecution dropped the case. That client is now our most active referral source. This isn’t just convenience—it’s case-saving.

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Derek Thompson

Managing Partner, Thompson & Reed Criminal Defense Group, Criminal Defense Attorneys

I was skeptical about AI, but the voice sounds so natural that clients don’t realize they’re talking to a bot. We’ve booked 14 new consultations in two weeks from after-hours calls alone.

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Jennifer Garcia

Lead Attorney, Criminal Defense Attorneys

The AI remembers every client’s case history, so when they call back, it picks up exactly where we left off. It’s like having a dedicated intake specialist on staff—without the salary.

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Roberto Martinez

Founder, Criminal Defense Attorneys

Get Started in 3 Simple Steps

1

Forward Your Number

Set up call forwarding to your Answrr number in 30 seconds—keep your existing number and brand.

2

AI Learns Your Business

Our AI interviews you about your services, case types, and availability—no technical skills needed.

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Start Capturing Leads

Your AI receptionist answers calls 24/7, books appointments, and remembers every client—just like your best employee.

Why Answrr is Different

Rime Arcana voice technology—no robotic sound, just natural conversation that builds trust with clients
Long-term caller memory: remembers past interactions, case concerns, and client preferences
Real-time calendar sync with Cal.com, Calendly, and GoHighLevel for accurate appointment scheduling
AI-powered setup in under 10 minutes—no technical skills required
Enterprise-grade security with AES-256-GCM encryption for sensitive client data
MCP protocol integration with your existing legal workflows and tools
Post-call summaries and transcriptions for every interaction to ensure no detail is missed
Smart call transfers with context—ensures continuity when routing calls to legal staff

Everything You Need to Never Miss a Call

24/7 AI-powered call answering with instant response and natural Rime Arcana voice technology
Automatic appointment booking via real-time calendar sync with Cal.com, Calendly, and GoHighLevel
Smart call transfers with context preservation for seamless case intake
Post-call summaries and transcriptions to capture key client details and concerns
RAG knowledge base for handling common legal inquiries and case-specific FAQs
MCP protocol integration with existing legal tools and case management systems

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Answrr answers every call 24/7, even during court appearances or late-night emergencies. It qualifies clients by case type—like DUI, drug offenses, or assault—and books consultations instantly.

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