Learn how small firms can make the most of technology by adding a virtual paralegal to their team
What Can a Virtual Paralegal Do For You?
Virtual paralegals are legal professionals trained to perform substantial legal work under the direction of a licensed attorney. They work remotely and are prepared to perform many administrative tasks in order to help lawyers deliver a quality service. They can prepare affidavits or other documents, such as legal correspondence, briefs, pleadings, appeals, wills, contracts and real estate closing statements.
Virtual paralegals play an active role in legal research. They investigate the facts and law of cases to determine causes of action and prepare the case, always looking for pertinent sources. They gather and analyze research data, such as statutes, decisions, legal articles, codes and other documents.
Other duties may include virtual meetings with clients and other professionals to discuss the details of the case. They are also capable of leading and coordinating the law office’s activity, including the delivery of subpoenas. They may also call witnesses to testify at hearings.
The Benefits of Hiring a Virtual Paralegal
Workloads in law firms often get overwhelming. There’s only so much a solo practitioner can do on their own. Counting on a virtual paralegal is a great option for firms that are just starting to expand. In order to thrive, attorneys will have to delegate substantial tasks to qualified paralegals. This will allow them more time to focus on the core activities of their legal practice.
Virtual paralegals boost the productivity of legal teams. Since remote work reduces commuting, extra time is invested on important tasks and therefore they are completed in a shorter period. It also provides a great deal of flexibility, a key factor in improving productivity. Your law firm will achieve more in less time by being able to serve more clients.
By hiring a virtual paralegal, you are opening the door for new technologies to come into your office. A highly qualified virtual paralegal is up to date with the best legal software on the market and can recommend a few to be implemented to make the processes smoother and modern.
An Ideal Solution for Small Law Firms
Many small law firms and solo practitioners are very limited in funds to add more staff. But today technology is leveling the playing field in the legal sector. It no longer takes as many resources to make big changes in your career.
A remote paralegal is a smart and cost-efficient solution for this problem as they are more affordable to hire than an in-office paralegal, whose average annual salary is about $56,610, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’. Besides, virtual paralegals can also be hired for seasonal periods when the workload is heavier, without the need for a full-time employee.
Rossa’s Virtual Paralegals Are Ready to Work With You
Rossa is a leading remote office services provider in the legal industry. Contact us today to learn more about how our virtual paralegals can help you deliver better legal services to your clients.