Running a law firm often feels like managing two full-time jobs: practicing law and running a business. Between drafting motions, responding to clients, and keeping the office organized, administrative tasks can consume hours better spent on billable work.

That’s where fractional support services come in. They’re not just an alternative to traditional hiring—they’re a new, smarter way for law firms to boost law firm productivity and profitability.

Here’s how fractional admin assistants, paralegals, and receptionist are transforming productivity for law firms like yours:

1. Reclaim Hours for Billable Work

How many hours a week do you spend handling emails, scheduling meetings, or reviewing documents? For many lawyers, it’s a significant chunk of time that directly cuts into billable hours.

With fractional virtual assistants (VAs) and admins, those tasks are taken off your plate. Imagine delegating your inbox management or having someone else prepare client correspondence, freeing up 10–15 hours per week.

At an average billable rate of $300/hour, that’s $3,000–$4,500 in recovered revenue every week.

2. Scale Up or Down Without Hassle

Law firm workloads fluctuate—big cases, seasonal demands, or onboarding new clients can create spikes that overwhelm your team. Hiring full-time staff for short-term needs isn’t practical, but fractional services are designed for flexibility.

For example, during trial prep, you could scale up your support team to handle document preparation and court filings. When the workload lightens, you can scale back without the commitment of a long-term hire. 

It’s support that adapts to your firm’s needs, instead of the other way around. The ability to control costs when needed can make or break successful firms.

3. Expertise Without the Overhead

Hiring a full-time paralegal or legal admin means more than just paying a salary. Benefits, payroll taxes, training, and downtime add up fast. Fractional support services eliminate these hidden costs.

Let’s say you need a paralegal for 10 hours a week to manage case files or draft motions. With a fractional solution like Amata’s Paralegal 10 package, you pay $900/month, compared to $3,000+ for a full-time hire.

That’s a savings of over $25,000 annually—without sacrificing quality or expertise.

4. Deliver a Seamless Client Experience

Clients expect quick responses and professional interactions. With fractional support, you can ensure their needs are met promptly and professionally.

Picture this: A client calls with an urgent question while you’re in court. Instead of missing the call, your fractional admin answers, gathers the details, and assures the client that their concerns are being handled.

It’s a level of responsiveness that builds trust and sets your firm apart.

5. Built-In Backup for Peace of Mind

What happens when a full-time staff member is sick, on vacation, or leaves unexpectedly? Fractional support services include built-in backup, so there’s always someone ready to step in and keep your operations running smoothly.

For example, if your executive assistant is unavailable, Amata’s team ensures your calls are answered, schedules are managed, and deadlines are met. No gaps, stress, or scrambling to cover critical tasks.

The Numbers Don’t Lie

Consider this: If you’re spending 15 hours a week on administrative work, you’re losing 780 billable hours annually.

At $300/hour, that’s $234,000 in lost revenue.

With Amata’s fractional support services starting as low as $585/month, the ROI is clear.

Transform Your Law Firm Productivity With Amata

Amata’s fractional support services are designed specifically for law firms that want to grow. Whether you need paralegal assistance, virtual admin support, or help managing office tasks, we provide flexible solutions that save time, money, and stress.

Contact us today to learn how fractional support can help your firm work smarter, grow faster, and deliver an exceptional client experience.