7 Reasons to Start a Virtual Law Firm | Future for Lawyers!

Virtual Law Firms are the future of the legal industry! Here are 7 reasons why my law firm is now 100% virtual and why small legal practices should make the change as well.
It's time to say goodbye to massive overhead by getting rid of a bricks-and-mortar office so you can operate your online law firm from home and/or at satellite offices (especially if you have or are starting a boutique law firm).
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[@LawVenture]

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[@teejenkins2101]

This video is very inspiring. I am studying for the JULY 2024 UBE after raising and homeschooling 3 children who are now 27, 23 and 18. One of My dreams is to work REMOTELY 🙏🏾 THANK YOU for this informative content🙌🏾

[@tomasgonzalez4819]

I couldn't agree with you more. About 95% of my business is over the phone / zoom. For many attorneys (though not all, admittedly) the brick-and-mortar concept of a law office needs to go the way of the dinosaur. Moreover, those savings can be redirected towards your marketing budget! (Also, here's a free tip: If you don't know about hiring VAs overseas, from the PH for example. I can't urge you enough to give that approach a once-over. Good luck with your virtual office, keep growing, and keep up the good fight!!!)

[@LawVenture]

Thanks for the feedback! How are you using VAs?

[@tomasgonzalez4819]

@@LawVenture General office admin. They answer/field calls. They are your executive assistant, helping you keep track of your workload and even email (and sometimes call) clients to schedule intakes, depos, etc. There are some great VAs in the Phillipines, with little to no accent. I would not recommend a US- based VA until you've given the PH a concerted effort. The price difference is too significant to not try.

[@vaidiksinghdevda1334]

Hey, hi! I don't if god bought you here or what! Actually, I am from India, and planning to start a management outsourcing firm for law firms. Do you think it would be a good idea? what kind of stuff do you guys outsource generally and how does it work can you please tell me a little about it? Just wanted to know whether I am on the right track or not. What kind of services do you guys need help with? I have been a legal professional too though! @@tomasgonzalez4819

[@mohamedshahin7351]

Amazing video! Thank you so much for sharing.

[@LawVenture]

Thanks so much! Hope all is well!

[@manbau99]

Amazing ideas, love it! Thanks for sharing! Greetings from Austria:)

[@LawVenture]

Really glad you enjoyed it! 🙌🙌

[@Michael-iw3ek]

I wish he'd talk about costs for e&o insurance and westlaw

[@Mindsaw]

Hey Jarrett, Excellent Video my friend...Just subbed!

[@LawVenture]

I appreciate the kind words!

[@G_Mayorga]

Thank you I was looking for something just like this.

[@LawVenture]

You’re most welcome 🙌

[@ednamutalama2972]

Amazing idea!!!

[@mafava1214]

Oh boy, I power nap like crazy. It brings joy into my life.

[@LawVenture]

Absolutely 🙏

[@counselormatty]

I like where your head is Jarrett. Thank you for the good information.

[@__-vk9hx]

Great video and quality content as usual, as a future lawyer this is a goal of mine, so I can travel. I love the scales in the background, where did you get them from?

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[@robsoncarlossociedadedeadv3283]

Parabéns - No Brasil tem normas praticamente "virtualizando" todo o processo, o que inviabiliza manter custos com Espaços Físicos. (Juízo 100% Digital) 99% dos meus clientes foram de forma digital. De uns três anos para cá, fiz somente uma audiência presencial na área trabalhista, com exceção da Justiça Militar, Advocacia 100% virtual.

[@jorgecabrera3315]

i love it!

[@ShivMishraknowledgeacademy]

Its Superb video sir...I was looking for such informative video....Thanks for making such video...Keep guiding. Regards. Shiv Mishra, Advocate India.

[@LawVenture]

It's my pleasure

[@mafava1214]

I am Stoned of the video!

[@ma.edinahramos4799]

thank you for info,

[@LawVenture]

You're welcome

[@powerlogic13]

List starts at 4:30

[@ashleyfreeman7145]

I would love to hear more about your experience starting a virtual practice. Things you did, software you use, etc.

[@LawVenture]

That's definitely on the way! I have the numbers crunched and ready to go. Now it's just a matter of recording, editing, and uploading so stay tuned!

[@camilojara8155]

Thanks budi

[@zachjones6944]

Thank you! I want to go paperless too.

[@LawVenture]

It makes life so much easier!

[@maxjones6799]

how is the work life balance as a virtual lawyer like since your the only attorney im assuming there how many cases do you get or do you also team up with a virtual legal paralegal or secretary? also hows the work life balance really going virtually?

[@LawVenture]

Good questions! I have two videos that recap Year 1 and Year 2 of going solo and starting a virtual law firm. Those videos will help provide perspective to your questions.

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[@sangramtupe1256]

Super

[@theodritchlipsey7531]

Hey Jarret, do you recommend virtual paralegals?

[@LawVenture]

If the finances and logistics work, then I don't see the downside. It really depends on what you're needing and wanting with a virtual paralegal.

[@Mrs_Angie]

Good stuff....so you dont use mycase or clio?

[@LawVenture]

Thanks! I don't use them. Instead, I use Google Workspace and a template spreadsheet (with 6 or so built-in sheets) to automate most of what I need. I also don't bill clients since my practice is contingency. I plan on releasing content on what my setup is. And if I end up changing things by using a service like MyCase or Clio, then I'll be sure to let everyone know!

[@Mrs_Angie]

@@LawVenture Thank you so much for your response. You have been a great resource in helping a friend take her practice virtual. Grateful. Sending you tons of good vibes going into the future.

[@ashleyfreeman7145]

Do you think this can work with any kind of law office? I am thinking about family law to pay the bills and some criminal which is what really interests me. I know that it would work with family law but what do you think about criminal?

[@LawVenture]

I haven't practiced criminal defense, however, I definitely think you can make it work. The criminal defense lawyers that I know meet a lot of their clients at the courthouse or at the jailhouse. Combining those options with phone calls, video calls, or meeting somewhere like a coffee shop should cover most situations. Your ultimate fall back can be renting a spot temporarily, which will always be a fraction of the cost for rent.

[@ashleyfreeman7145]

@@LawVenture Thank you so much. I really wanted to go into tort practice but as a new attorney, (after I graduate and pass the bar) but I know that you need really deep pockets to do that or you need to be hired by a big firm. Many big firms may not want to hire me because I am older (55) when they could hire someone in their 30's who could work a lot more years.

[@LawVenture]

What kind of cases are you thinking of when you say tort practice?

[@ashleyfreeman7145]

@@LawVenture personal injury, product liability, insurance issues, med mal, things like that. I spent 20 years in medical and fire service so I think I could put that experience to good use.

[@LawVenture]

@@ashleyfreeman7145 You don't actually need deep pockets or need to be hired by a big firm to do those things. Small law firms will usually provide you with a lot more experience than your typical big law firm because a small law firm will probably let you work a case from beginning to end (you just probably won't be paid as well). Meanwhile, big law firms typically segment the work (like having staff devoted only to pre-litigation and then transferring the case to the litigation staff after suit is filed) so attorneys may not see all aspects of the case. Regarding deep pockets, you can always minimize marketing costs by networking so cases are being referred to you for free. And if a case is going to accrue a ton of expenses, then it may be worth simply teaming up with another law firm that can help lighten the financial burden. Hope this perspective helps!

[@FuNShorts-pe1zm]

Hi...I am from India, Assam ...I am a new lawyer....Is it possible for me to start a virtual Law firm???? Please suggest....

[@Sgtturtle22]

What about me being an only California bar admitted lawyer living in Arizona (doesn’t want to move to California ) is it still common to get cases from California if deciding to go virtual law firm

[@LawVenture]

I have no idea if that specific situation is common. But I get most of my cases from a city that I don't live in (after building strong connections in that area).

[@booboobunny4921]

Does the person not have to be a lawyer accepted by the bar?

[@DadsWatchingYouTube]

Are you in need of a Paralegal intern? Unpaid remote, hoping to be paid later?

[@dmanmex]

I’m running an occupational injury firm and personal injury cases, should I just talk to my landlord to allow me to lease the conference room to give legitimacy I want to scale down in order to retire, I need 20k a month minimum to cover my basic expenses including 2 assistants, I’m afraid of losing clients if I loose walk ins, common with state workers compensation claims. I want to move across the border to a beach house and semi retire at 48

[@LawVenture]

It really depends on whether your firm's success is tied to having an office space. If I were you, then I'd be asking this question: If I get rid of the office, then will the money saved exceed the money lost from walk ins?

[@LawVenture]

What's your biggest concern with going virtual? Alternatively, what excites you the most with going virtual?

[@ashleyfreeman7145]

I currently teach Chinese kids English online and am having all of my law classes online now. I love working from home. So convenient! I can get a cup of tea on breaks, let me dogs out, wear comfy clothes. Love it!!

[@LawVenture]

That’s awesome! Getting extra time with the pup is my fav!

[@TheEnlightenedOne358]

I actually just pitched this to someone a few mins ago

[@ma.edinahramos4799]

the documents, that will sending and recieving from clients,

[@Sgtturtle22]

What about me being an only California bar admitted lawyer living in Arizona (doesn’t want to move to California ) is it still common to get cases from California if deciding to go virtual law firm

[@anthonydoctor9954]

Stay focus Sun

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I need a good lawyer

[@JBanks333]

Tru dat but what about piracy

[@LawVenture]

I’m not sure that I’m following. Can you elaborate a bit more?

[@TheEnlightenedOne358]

I think they mean how do you keep the info secure

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