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A virtual paralegal for drafting, deadlines and case files.

Reviewed by the VirtualAssist team · Updated 20 October 2026 · Editorial policy

A virtual paralegal supports your attorneys remotely: drafting and formatting documents, organising case files, tracking deadlines, preparing filings and supporting discovery.

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What would it cost you? Hours per week: 10 Where they're based Role

$per month (typical range)

$per hour

Typical market ranges to help you plan, not a quote. Agency rates include management and cover; freelancers can be lower.

What you get

Drafting

Pleadings, letters and forms drafted from your templates.

Case files

Documents organised, indexed and summarised.

Deadlines

Calendared and tracked, with reminders.

Discovery support

Document review prep, exhibits and productions organised.

Virtual paralegal vs legal assistant

	Virtual paralegal	Legal assistant
Drafting legal documents	Yes, under supervision	Basic, from templates
Case research and summaries	Yes	Limited
Scheduling and client contact	Sometimes	Yes
Billing and admin	Sometimes	Yes
Typical rate	Higher	Lower

Who it's for

Solo practitioners
Small and mid-size firms
Firms with seasonal or trial peaks
In-house legal teams

How it works

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Tasks, hours and budget.

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Assistants matched to your work, tools and time zone.

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Questions

What does a virtual paralegal do?

Substantive legal support under attorney supervision: drafting, case file management, deadline tracking, filing preparation and discovery support.

Is it ethical to use a virtual paralegal?

Generally yes, with attorney supervision, confidentiality safeguards and compliance with your jurisdiction's professional-conduct rules.

Virtual paralegal or legal assistant?

Paralegals do more substantive legal work; legal assistants focus on scheduling, client contact and admin. Many firms use both.

How are virtual paralegals priced?

Usually hourly, higher than general assistants. Use the calculator with the legal role for a range.