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How much do legal intake jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for legal intake in Ohio is $52,687.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,000.00 and $59,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a legal intake?

A Legal Intake job involves handling initial client inquiries for a law firm, legal department, or legal service provider. Responsibilities typically include gathering essential case details, assessing potential clients' needs, and directing them to the appropriate legal professionals. Legal Intake specialists ensure that relevant information is accurately recorded and categorized to streamline the legal process. Strong communication, organizational skills, and knowledge of legal terminology are essential in this role.

What are the typical responsibilities of someone working in legal intake at a law firm?

Legal Intake professionals serve as the first point of contact between a law firm and potential clients, handling incoming inquiries, gathering preliminary case details, and determining eligibility for legal services. They are responsible for accurately recording information, assessing the urgency and nature of cases, and scheduling consultations with attorneys. This role often requires multitasking between phone calls, emails, and data entry while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. Legal Intake team members also collaborate closely with attorneys and support staff, ensuring that every case is properly documented and ready for review. Gaining experience in this position offers valuable insight into law firm operations and can provide a strong foundation for growth into other legal or administrative roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the legal intake position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Legal Intake professional, you need a strong grasp of legal terminology, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills, usually backed by some experience in a legal environment or client service role. Familiarity with case management software, client relationship management (CRM) systems, and standard office productivity tools is common. Outstanding interpersonal skills, empathy, and the ability to remain calm under pressure will help you connect with clients and gather accurate information. These capabilities are essential for building client trust, ensuring accurate case intake, and maintaining smooth workflow in busy law practices.

What are the most commonly searched types of Legal Intake jobs in Ohio?

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What cities in Ohio are hiring for Legal Intake jobs?

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Infographic showing various Legal Intake job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, and 9% Part Time. Highlights an 91% In-person, and 9% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $52,687 per year, or $25.3 per hour.

McKinney-Vento Intake Support Specialist Full Time

Akron Public Schools

Akron, OH • On-site

$24.51 - $29.53/hr

Full-time

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6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

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Job description

Position Type:
GRAY Positions
Date Posted:
8/21/2026
Location:
Akron Public Schools
Date Available:
TBD
Closing Date:
08/31/2026
Position: McKinney Vento Intake Support Specialist Full Time
Job Code: 490
Location: Akron, Ohio - District Office / Various School Sites
Reports to: McKinney-Vento District Liaison
Employment Status: Time Schedule 522
Salary: $24.51/hr--$29.53/hr - (40-hr week)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Retirement Status: SERS
The McKinney-Vento Intake Support Specialist ensures adherence to federal education requirements for homeless and housing unstable youth. This position is responsible for ensuring the core protections as outlined in the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. This position serves as the initial point of contact to ensure that homeless students are enrolled in school and have equitable access to education programs. The position requires collaboration of cross departmental functions to support enrollment, transportation and access to K-12 programs and services
Interested candidates should submit an application through the Akron Public Schools Human Resources portal electronically through https://www.applitrack.com/akron/onlineapp/ Please include a resume and a cover letter highlighting your experience with student advocacy and community outreach.
In addition to completing the online application, please upload a letter of interest, resume, and a current copy of appropriate license. The Superintendent reserves the right to keep the position open until suitable applicants are found or to cancel and repost the position with changes as my be deemed appropriate. For further information, please contact Dr. Carla Chapman, Chief of Community Relations & Strategic Engagment, Community Relations, 330-761-3297 or Stancy Sykes, Coordinator, Community Partnerships, Community Relations 330-761-1680.
Key Responsibilities
  • Field community calls regarding homeless education services, qualifications and parent/guardian rights.
  • Verify receipt and distribution of written rights to parents or guardians twice annually.
  • Ensure all families and youth are properly identified and enrolled in school in accordance with federal mandates.
  • Monitor student enrollment continuity permits to ensure access to education.
  • Verification of homeless and unaccompanied youth residential status for the coordination of transportation to and from school(s).
  • Ensuring the proper identification and verification of homeless and unaccompanied youth to guarantee vulnerable students are never isolated or separated into distinct programs.
  • Support families in securing required documentation for completion of school enrollment processes in accordance with McKinney-Vento mandates.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential records of student interactions, assessments, in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
  • Secure necessary signatures on rights disclosures from parents and independent youth.
  • Collaboration with other district personnel and departments to secure programmatic and resource support for district-identified homeless and unaccompanied youth addressing basic needs, academic, attendance issues and graduation.
  • Ensure proper referrals are made to case managers, school counselors, transportation personnel to coordinate school enrollment and meeting non-academic needs
  • Maintain strict alignment with all federal, state and local district guidelines
  • Ensure proper input and maintenance of accurate student housing codes, demographic information, and intake notes within the district's Student Information Systems (e.g., eSchoolPLUS) or other data collection systems.
  • Track and monitor the sub-categories of homelessness (e.g., sheltered, unsheltered, motels, doubled-up) to ensure precise state and federal compliance reporting.
  • May be responsible to drive a motor vehicle with a valid Ohio operator's license as required by the position; and may be required to travel, both within the school district and outside of the school district.

Qualifications
  • A Bachelor's degree or Equivalent Experience in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Education, or a related human services field
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience working with urban youth and families, or individuals experiencing homelessness and/or housing instability.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Knowledge of community resources and ability to identify appropriate services for referrals
  • Ability to develop, implement and manage multi-disciplinary (academic, social services, transportation, health care, etc.) case plans for students
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
  • Adaptive and flexible to accommodate changing environments

Preferred:
  • Multilingual
  • Prior experience with data collection and management
  • Knowledge in trauma-informed crisis management

If you require any special services (such as interpreters, braille or large print, or wheelchair accessible accommodations) covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Public Law 101-336, Section 102, please call the Department of Human Resources at 330-761-2949. If you are using a TTY/TTD, please call the Ohio Relay Service, 1-800-750-0750.
Akron Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry or genetic information (collectively, "Protected Classes").

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