1. Set the geographic boundary before writing questions
Brunswick is a census-designated place in Cumberland County, Maine. A firm may serve Brunswick while also accepting matters elsewhere in Cumberland County or across Maine, but those are separate choices. Video Intake should not treat a Brunswick address as automatic evidence that the firm accepts a matter. The intake should ask for the information the firm actually uses to determine geographic fit, such as location of the incident, residence, property or opposing party when relevant to the practice area. The exact question depends on the firm’s legal work and should be decided in consultation.
Recommended approach
Write a geographic rule for each practice area. Decide whether Brunswick is inside the preferred service area, whether other Cumberland County locations are reviewed, and when an inquiry outside the firm’s scope receives a different response. Keep the rule visible to the person responsible for review.
