Maybe. Depends on the attorney. You'd likely do better with a solo who might have more patience with you. It's one reason I tell everyone they shouldn't set themselves out as a VA unless they've done their time in a "realtime office." If you work in a regular office you can ask questions on protocol and procedures of other secretaires/assistants. On your own you either waste a lot of time finding answers or you do it wrong and give the client (and VAs) a bad reputation.

I know this sounds harsh. I don't mean it to be. But frankly, I've talked to so many folks who have used inexperienced VAs and been unhappy with the results that it's the way I feel. I think working successfully as a VA requires background and experience. It's hard to get those on your own. I'm saddened because the VA profession has pretty quickly turned into an industry where everyone thinks if they have a computer and an internet connection they can successfully work from home and make a buck.

Please don't be angry with me. I'm not aiming this at you --- I have no idea what your background is. I'm just talking in generalizations here. As I said, I think if you want to break into legal work you need to find a solo attorney (and perhaps an experienced legal secretary) who are willing to work with you. It's not impossible. But there are certain things you need to know. If I can help I will be happy to do so.

Good luck.

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Karalyn J. Eckerle
"The RVing VA"