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7 tasks lawyers should outsource to a Legal PA
The main reason lawyers reach out to us for help is because they’re struggling to keep on top of their workload. They know things aren’t working and that outsourcing could help. However, they’re often not sure what to outsource, how it works in practice and what the benefits are. That’s where we can assist. Unsure…
My step-by-step guide to organising your office Christmas party
It seems like only yesterday that we were all packing away the tinsel and tree from 2023. So, I get that thinking about Christmas may not be at the top of your wish list…but if there’s an office party to plan, now really is the time to start. Here’s a little reality check: most Christmas…
Work-life balance: how to get your life back by hiring a VA
This year I made one of the best decisions, not just for my business, but for me. I hired my own PA. I’m going to share how a PA can help with work-life balance, as well as tips, hacks, and tech that can help you get even more from hiring a PA. Restoring your work-life…
How to simplify & automate your law firm’s onboarding process
Last week a LinkedIn connection asked me for advice. They weren’t getting the information they needed out of new clients and wanted to know what to do. It’s a common problem. You start working with a new client, but then you hit a blocker as you don’t have all the information you need. However, there…
Following a 12-month plan for business success – here’s what I’ve learned
There’s no denying that running a business is hard work. Anyone who has taken that leap into entrepreneurship and business ownership is a superstar in my eyes. It takes commitment, bravery, and dedication. It also takes a lot of planning, something that as business owners, we’re often not very good at. How often have you…
You CAN take time away from your business and it WILL survive – here’s how
A 2023 study reported that 70% of UK small business owners take fewer than 20 days off each year. That’s eight days below the UK’s statutory annual leave entitlement. It will be no surprise to fellow business owners that we are such a hardworking group, often working more hours and taking fewer breaks. However, how…
Hiring a Legal VA – what to look for & how they could support your law firm
The last few years have seen a big increase in the number of people offering remote business support. Much of this is generalised support, focusing on admin or PA duties. However, the reality is, that’s not enough for most law firms. The legal sector is complex. It has its own terminology, software, processes and ways…
Is this common mistake costing your business money?
There’s a mistake that we see so many business owners making. It seems such a small thing, that many of us do (I’ve been guilty of it myself), but it is probably costing you more than you think. That mistake is trying to do everything yourself, particularly when it comes to admin. Your time is…
5 Big lessons from 5 years in business as a Legal VA…and what’s next for 2024
Last year we passed a major milestone – Kellie Simpson Virtual Business Support turned five in October. The business has grown phenomenally in that time, from me working on my own as a virtual assistant to becoming a VAT-registered, LTD company with a team of nearly 20 associates. I’ve learned a lot, and it’s not…
Your Law Firm Processes – Part Two: The step-by-step process we use for creating invoicing SOPs for legal businesses
I’m not about to teach Granny how to suck eggs; you know how important invoicing is to your business. After all, if you don’t invoice your clients, you don’t get paid. And if you don’t get paid, your legal business won’t last very long, will it? In the second part of our processes series, I’ll…
Your Law Firm Processes – Part One: Why are documented processes essential to your legal business’ success?
From the outside, a thriving legal business is built on solid foundations of a fantastic team, strong leadership, and plenty of hard work and determination. They’re all essentials, but what we know from working within our clients’ businesses is that there’s another important ingredient for success that’s often overlooked – processes. In this four-part blog…
Hiring a Legal PA: What do I need to organise to make it a success?
If you follow me on social media or subscribe to our regular newsletter, you’ll already know that I recently took the next step in growing Kellie Simpson Business Support; I hired a Virtual Assistant to be my PA! Emma and I are coming into our third month of working together and it’s been a fantastic…