{"id":4290,"date":"2024-09-25T08:39:22","date_gmt":"2024-09-25T08:39:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lexreception.com\/blog\/?p=4290"},"modified":"2025-02-12T12:42:50","modified_gmt":"2025-02-12T12:42:50","slug":"how-to-prepare-your-firm-for-holiday-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lexreception.com\/blog\/business-tips\/how-to-prepare-your-firm-for-holiday-season\/","title":{"rendered":"How to prepare your firm for the holiday season?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As the holiday season approaches \u2013 it\u2019s time to start planning some well-deserved time away from work. Enjoying the holidays and carving out for yourself can feel tricky when you\u2019re juggling the demands of a busy law firm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We believe that celebrating the holidays is essential. In an industry built on hard work and consistent availability, you need time off with friends and family to recharge your batteries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are five ways to prepare for the holidays and worry less about missing those all-important client calls. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5 ways to prepare your firm for the holidays<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Set expectations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Great communication helps to set expectations with your existing clients. If you are upfront and honest about your availability, then they\u2019ll be less likely to call you while your office is closed and if they do, they\u2019re more likely to be patient and understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Draft a message to all your existing clients to let them know what dates you\u2019ll be away. A personal message can also help you build relationships with them.  You could find out about their holiday plans, send warm wishes, and give them a quick update on their case. It doesn\u2019t have to be much, but clients are happier when they feel like your priority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Get the right support<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Business doesn\u2019t stop over the holidays, and some tasks still need to be done. This is where your support team comes in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Support looks different for each firm and there is no one-size-fits-all model. Your support team should be ready to listen to you, understand the specific needs of your firm, and implement bespoke solutions. And this isn\u2019t only during setup. Your firm\u2019s needs will change, especially around the holidays, and your support team is crucial in maintaining consistency while your in-house team is enjoying their time off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speak to your answering service, marketing agency, or legal service provider before your holidays. It\u2019s important to discuss your hopes for the holiday period so that they know exactly how to support you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Set up your holiday script<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve never used an answering service before, you may wonder what took you so long. With the ability to take messages from clients, intake and qualify potential clients, sync new contacts with your CRM, and much more, an answering service provides a warm and personal welcome for your callers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you use an answering service as year-round support or just during the holidays, we recommend setting up a holiday script for your virtual receptionists. Your seasonal script can be customized for your firm and set up to automatically replace your regular script from the first hour of your holiday. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can tell us which holidays you close for and how long too \u2013 we\u2019ll tailor your service to suit you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more about custom scripting<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Create a consultation calendar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There will be occasional callers over the holidays who don\u2019t just want their details taken. They are feeling anxious about their legal issue, and they want to feel like they can solve it. This is where offering a consultation slot, even one week ahead, could secure you that potential client.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you haven\u2019t already, provide your legal answering service with a consultation calendar which they can offer to callers once they have been qualified. You can select your preferred availability and remove all slots from your holiday dates. After your time off, you could come back to a calendar busy with new appointments and consultations. This isn\u2019t just for free consultations, your answering service can take payment<\/a> for consultation slots to reduce no-shows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that LEX Reception clients can use Setmore\u2019s premium calendar for free? Find out more<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Simplify your return-to-work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve all felt the sharp shock of the first day back after the holidays. Don\u2019t feel guilty or push yourself too hard, it\u2019s natural to find work a bit overwhelming after a holiday. Instead, plan ahead to make the first day back a relief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the best ways to do this is a legal CRM<\/a>, fully integrated with your answering service. Storing all your contact data is the simplest way to stay up-to-date on all your client interactions. Add in a virtual receptionist intaking potential clients, and you have a perfect match. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll return to a CRM filled with new contacts, properly organized and ready for you to begin consultations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The holiday period is meant to be a chance for you to rest, relax, and connect with your loved ones. You can\u2019t do this if you\u2019re constantly glancing at your phone, or worrying about losing clients. It\u2019s time to switch off and rest easy knowing your calls are covered 24\/7.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plan for the holiday you want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you need legal answering support with calendar booking and CRM integration, speak to the LEX Reception team at 800-800-9995 or email sales@lexreception.com. We can begin taking your calls immediately after you sign up, so you get consistent cover.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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