How It Works

From Request to Courtroom
in Under 24 Hours

Post a hearing, get matched with a bar-verified attorney near the courthouse, receive a detailed outcome report. Here's exactly how it works — for firms and attorneys.

Get Coverage in Hours, Not Days

Post a request and our matching algorithm finds the right attorney near the courthouse — automatically, in your jurisdiction, within your budget.

01
2 min

Post Your Request

Enter the courthouse, hearing date, case type, and your budget. Upload any case documents. Takes under 2 minutes.

02
Automatic

Instant Matching

Our algorithm ranks attorneys by courthouse proximity, bar admissions, practice area, availability, and rating. Top matches are notified immediately.

03
4–8 hrs

Attorney Confirmed

A bar-verified attorney accepts your request. You receive confirmation with their full credentials and direct contact info.

04

Share Documents

Upload any briefs, case summaries, or hearing instructions. Secure delivery to your attorney through the platform.

05

Appearance Completed

The attorney appears at court and handles the hearing. You can track status in real time through your dashboard.

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Within 2 hrs

Outcome Report

Receive a detailed written outcome report within 2 hours of the hearing. Payment is automatically processed.

Post Your First Request
Courtroom interior

Earn $150–$350 Per Appearance.
Set Your Own Schedule.

Join thousands of licensed attorneys turning their courtroom skills into flexible, on-demand income — without adding a single client.

01
5 min

Apply to Join

Submit your bar number, state, practice areas, and contact info. Application takes about 5 minutes. Free to join.

02
~24 hrs

Verification

We verify your bar credentials through official state databases and confirm active standing. Most attorneys approved within 24 hours.

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Browse Appearances

Log into your portal to see available hearings near you. Filter by courthouse, case type, date, and pay rate.

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Accept & Prepare

Accept a hearing in one click. Review the case brief and any documents shared by the client before your appearance.

05

Appear in Court

Handle the hearing professionally. Submit your outcome report through the app immediately after you leave the courtroom.

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48 hrs

Get Paid

Payment is deposited directly to your bank account within 48 hours via Stripe Connect. No invoicing, no waiting.

Apply to Join — Free

Every Attorney — Verified Before Their First Appearance

Our multi-step verification process ensures every attorney on the platform has active bar standing, proper insurance, and the right jurisdiction for your case.

State Bar Database Check

We cross-reference every bar number against official state bar databases to confirm active standing, no suspensions, and no disciplinary actions on record.

Malpractice Insurance

All attorneys must carry active professional liability (malpractice) insurance. We verify coverage and expiration date. Group coverage options are available for those needing it.

Jurisdiction Matching

Attorneys are only matched to cases in states where they hold active bar admission. Multi-state admissions are tracked. No out-of-jurisdiction surprises.

Secure, Fast, Transparent

Every dollar tracked, every payout guaranteed within 48 hours. No invoicing. No net-30 terms.

1

Client posts request with budget range

No charge until an attorney is confirmed. Payment method is collected at posting.

2

Authorization held at acceptance

When an attorney confirms, the client's payment is authorized (pre-authorized, not charged).

3

Appearance completed & outcome report filed

Filing the outcome report triggers automatic payment capture from the client.

4

Platform fee deducted (20%)

Covers matching, vetting, platform operations, and dispute resolution.

5

Attorney receives 80% within 48 hours

Direct bank deposit via Stripe Connect. No invoicing, no chasing payments.

Common Questions

How quickly can I get an appearance attorney?
Most requests are confirmed within 4–8 hours. For urgent or emergency hearings, our priority queue targets confirmation within 2 hours.
Are all attorneys bar-verified?
Yes — every attorney is verified through official state bar databases before approval. We check bar number, active standing, and disciplinary history. No exceptions.
What types of hearings can CourtCounsel cover?
Civil motion hearings, status conferences, scheduling conferences, family law matters, small claims, immigration hearings, criminal arraignments, and other routine court appearances across all 50 states.
What do attorneys earn?
Attorneys earn $150–$350 per appearance depending on case type, location, and urgency. Active attorneys in high-demand markets typically earn $2,000–$5,000 per month working part-time hours.
Can AI legal platforms integrate via API?
Yes. CourtCounsel offers a REST API for programmatic appearance booking, attorney matching, and outcome report delivery. Contact us at partnerships@courtcounsel.ai to discuss enterprise integration.

Ready to Get Started?

Post your first hearing in under 2 minutes, or apply to join as a verified appearance attorney.