How to Fax an Attorney Online (No Fax Machine Needed)

If your attorney or a law office has asked you to fax something - a signed retainer, signed documents, evidence, or an intake form - you do not need a physical fax machine or a monthly fax subscription to do it. You can send the fax from your phone or computer in a few minutes.

This guide covers the fastest way to do it, what you need before you send, and the most common reasons people fax a lawyer.

The fastest way: send the fax online (no machine, no subscription)

If you only need to send a fax once or occasionally, buying a fax machine or signing up for a monthly fax plan is overkill. A pay-per-use online fax service sends your document over the real fax network for a flat fee.

Full disclosure: we make Just The Fax. It is a send-only online fax service: $1.99 per fax, no subscription, no account to create. We built it for exactly this situation - the person who needs to send one fax to a law office and does not want to be locked into a plan. Note that it sends only; it does not receive faxes.

Steps:

1. Have your document ready as a PDF or photo (see "What you need" below).
2. Go to justthefax.io.
3. Enter the attorney's or law office's fax number (see below - confirm it with the office first).
4. Upload your document and add a cover sheet with the matter or case reference.
5. Pay $1.99 and send. You will get a confirmation once the fax is delivered.

That's it - no machine, no phone line, no account.

What you need before you fax an attorney

1. Your document, as a PDF or clear photo. If you only have paper, photograph each page in good light, or use a free scanning app. Every page should be straight, in focus, and readable.
2. The correct fax number. Get the fax number directly from the law office, or from its official letterhead or website. There is no universal fax number for attorneys - each firm has its own. If you are unsure, call the office and confirm the number before you send, so sensitive documents do not go to the wrong place.
3. A cover sheet with the matter or case reference. Include your name, the attorney's name, the case or matter number if you have one, the number of pages, and a callback number. This helps the office route your fax to the right file.

Common reasons people fax an attorney

• A signed retainer or engagement letter. Many firms ask new clients to sign and return the engagement agreement, and a fax is a common way to send it back.
• Signed documents. Affidavits, declarations, releases, and other paperwork that needs your signature are often faxed back to the office.
• Evidence or supporting paperwork. Records, statements, photos, and other materials your attorney requested for your matter.
• Intake forms. New-client questionnaires and intake packets that the office asked you to complete and return.

In every case: get the right fax number from the office itself or its letterhead, not from a general web search.

Frequently asked questions

Can I fax an attorney online without a fax machine? Yes. An online fax service sends your document over the fax network from your phone or computer - no physical machine or phone line required.

Do I need to create an account or subscription to fax an attorney? No. With a pay-per-use service like Just The Fax you pay per fax ($1.99) with no account and no recurring subscription.

How much does it cost to fax an attorney? With Just The Fax it is $1.99 for the fax. Faxing is one flat fee - the law office does not charge you to receive a fax.

What fax number should I use for a law office? Use the fax number the office gives you directly, or the one printed on its official letterhead or website. There is no single fax number for attorneys - each firm has its own, so confirm it with the office before you send.

Will I get confirmation that the attorney received my fax? You will get delivery confirmation that the fax was transmitted to the number you entered. Whether the office sends its own acknowledgement is up to that office - if you need confirmation it arrived, call and ask.

Can I fax an attorney from my phone? Yes - upload a PDF or a photo of your document from your phone and send.