What is a Virtual Legal Assistant?
A Virtual Legal Assistant is a remote professional specializing in providing legal support services to attorneys, law firms and other legal professionals. They handle all the tasks that are crucial to the efficient functioning of a legal practice. By outsourcing to a virtual legal assistant, law firms can increase productivity, reduce overhead costs and streamline operations.​
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What does a Virtual Legal Assistant do?
​A virtual legal assistant offers a wide range of legal and administrative services, including:​
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Handling client intake and follow-up communications.
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Managing and developing case files and organizing documents.
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Help with legal research and drafting of documents.
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Performing all manner of discovery
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Scheduling appointments, court dates, ensuring deadlines are met.
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Handling all administrative and financial activities including Accounts Receivable.
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Providing bilingual legal support where required.
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What skills should a Virtual Legal Assistant have?
A Virtual Legal Assistant plays a critical role in supporting attorneys and law firms in general remotely. To excel in this position, they must possess a combination of technical, legal and interpersonal skills to handle tasks efficiently while making sure that all administrative and all other taskings are completed. Here are some of the skills and capabilities a successful virtual legal assistant will have:​
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Familiarity with common legal terms and concepts
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Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work and meet deadlines
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Scheduling appointments and managing attorneys’ calendars
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Efficiently maintaining accurate case files and records
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Effectively managing CMS tools such as Clio, MyCase, etc.
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Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other office tools
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Clear and concise drafting of emails and other correspondence
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Handling client calls and virtual meetings with empathy and professionalism
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Exhibiting problem-solving and critical thinking skills
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Maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism
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Adaptive and a focused self-starter
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Our teams of virtual legal assistants possess all these skills and attributes. We pride ourselves in offering trained professionals who go above and beyond to meet the needs of your legal practice. Our legal assistants seamlessly integrate into your workflows, delivering tailored support to improve productivity, profitability and peace of mind. Partner with us today to experience superior legal support that empowers your practice to thrive.​
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What are the benefits of hiring a Virtual Legal Assistant?
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Cost-effective solution. Save on many costs including labor and HR benefits, taxes, recruiting, training and re-training as well as avoiding HR hassles and risks.
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Increased productivity. Focus on billable tasks while making sure that all administrative and other taskings are completed.
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Access to specialized skills. Tap into a global talent pool with experienced, high-aptitude legal assistants to perform most of your work.
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What are the economics of partnering with Virtual Paralegal Pros?
We have had exhaustive, verified research done on our competitors which is presented here. We can’t find any law-focused provider that comes close to delivering the value and cost/benefit that Virtual Paralegal Pros provides.​
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Who can benefit from Virtual Legal Assistants?
Law firms of all sizes including solo practices and in-house corporate legal teams benefit from virtual legal assistants. Virtual Paralegal Pros is valuable in all areas of law, especially where attention to detail, congenial client care and focused, superior and maintaining accurate records and timely filings is critical.​
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Why choose Virtual Paralegal Pros?
We specialize in providing tailored legal support services that enhance your efficiency and profitability. Our virtual legal assistants are trained professionals who can integrate seamlessly into your practice. We will help you create a competitive advantage and grow your revenue and profitability. For more information about our virtual legal assistants, call or schedule an exploratory conversation with us today!​
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