What can a Virtual Assistant do for a Barrister?
The following list is comprised of actual tasks we do for barristers.
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The list is not exhaustive. So if there is something you need help with that you don't see on the list, please feel free to ask us!
Barrister Specific
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Bundling
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Asset schedules
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Transcription
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Attendance notes
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Requesting updates on running case lists
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Updating spreadsheets (e.g. pro form)
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Managing direct access/ legal aid inbox
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Drafting email legal directories
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Formatting schedules
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Looking up awards The Legal 500, Wellbeing etc.
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ICO renewal
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Researching Briefed GDPR courses
Social Media & Communication
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Networking via LinkedIn (template messages)
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Social media engagement (Twitter and LinkedIn)
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Searching for potential clients/ contacts (e.g. property law sector)
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Holding accountable for content creation schedule
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Scheduling content for social platforms
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Editing video
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Podcast production
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Prepping newsletter
Personal & Ad Hoc
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Breakfast/lunch/dinner reservations
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Booking travel and accommodation
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Researching hotel/ restaurant/venue
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Planning gifts for staff/kids/friends
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Admin for charities
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Organising doggy daycare
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Sourcing tradesmen
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Finding cleaner
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Travel and holiday research
General
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Inbox management and detox
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Dropbox filing
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Proofreading (e.g. article)
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Researching softwares
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Finding speaking gigs and writing opportunities
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Powerpoint presentations
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Mileage
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Organising expenses
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Reminders for accountant
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Bookkeeping
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Online meeting minutes, actions and agenda
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Finding networking and sector events
Diary & Time Management
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Scheduling meetings
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Weekly timetable planning
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A call to go through diary to plan and block out time for cases and work
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Making sure there are no clashes in diary and enough time for travel and follow up work
