Comparing Virtual Staffing and Back Office Betties for Law Firm Virtual Support
Feature Comparison:
Virtual Staffing vs. Back Office Betties
What Is Virtual Staffing?
Virtual Staffing gives law firms access to full-time virtual legal assistants, paralegals, and case managers. These professionals are trained in legal ethics, client confidentiality, and modern case management tools. The result? Reliable legal support that feels in-house—without the overhead.
- Legal-Focused Assistants
Handle document prep, legal research, e-filing, trial support, and calendar management.
- Confidential & Compliant
Staff follow legal industry standards on ethics and privacy.
- AI-Supported Processes
Tech improves speed, but humans ensure accuracy.
- Flat Monthly Rates
Fixed pricing (from $2,227/month) helps firms stay on budget.
- Seamless Software Use
Assistants work inside your CRM and case management tools—Clio, MyCase, and others
- Bilingual Options
Spanish-speaking legal staff available upon request.
Why Our Virtual Staffing Support Is Preferred by Law Firms
We provide virtual assistants who undergo rigorous screening, assessments, and training by U.S.-based attorneys.
"Their process has been very smooth and they've produced great candidates for us. I would recommend for any virtual staffing needs."
“The intake staff I hired, worked extremely diligently and around the clock to ensure none of our leads fell through the cracks.”
“ There is so much that goes into running a law firm. It's been invaluable to have Hamid and his team ensure that the structure and business side of the practice are operating smoothly. ”
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What About
Back Office Betties?
Back Office Betties provides receptionist services built for law firms. They handle call answering, appointment booking, and client intake, but don’t offer full legal support or long-term staffing.
- Legal-Specific Receptionists
Trained to understand legal terminology and intake processes.
- Custom Call Scripts
Agents use your scripts for consistent messaging.
- Bilingual Support
Spanish-speaking receptionists included at no extra cost.
- Usage-Based Billing
Plans start at $360/month for 100 minutes, with costs scaling by use.
No Legal Task Execution: No research, case support, or document handling.
Rotating Receptionists: Clients may speak to different agents each time.
Limited Administrative Help: Tasks are basic and time-bound.
Why Law Firms Are Choosing Virtual Staffing First
Back Office Betties may help with communication—but Virtual Staffing helps with the actual legal workload. From drafting and case coordination to managing documents and deadlines, your assistant becomes part of your team.
A dedicated legal assistant trained in your area of practice
Support for real legal tasks—not just receptionist duties
Reliable, full-time help that understands case timelines and confidentiality
Predictable pricing that scales with your needs
Human connection with AI-powered tools to keep operations efficient
When Back Office Betties Might Work Best
Back Office Betties can be a great fit if:
You already have paralegals or in-house staff
You only need help answering calls and booking appointments
Your firm wants branding-consistent call scripts but no legal admin work
It’s best suited for communication-heavy firms, not for legal work execution.
Virtual Staffing Delivers More Than Just Availability
Legal work doesn’t stop with a phone call. Your firm needs structured, compliant support. That’s what Virtual Staffing provides—legal-specific professionals who know how law firms run.
Legal document drafting and research
Case file organization and calendar updates
CRM and document system updates
Client communication and follow-ups
Admin and intake support that goes beyond basic data entry