OUTSOURCING LEGAL RESEARCH: HOW VIRTUAL TEAMS ARE CHANGING THE GAME FOR U.S. ATTORNEYS

In the current course of the law, attorneys are seeing more and more pressure to provide quality work at a lower cost and to do so while facing demanding caseloads with reduced deadlines. Legal research, while important for consulting with the client on their case strategy and ultimately being successful, is a time-consuming process that takes attorneys away from billable work and working with their clients. This is where outsourcing legal research comes in and, virtual legal teams are emerging as game changers for U.S. law firms.

Why Legal Research is the Backbone of Good Lawyering

Each case — whether it is a commercial dispute, a criminal defense, or complex bankruptcy matter — requires an exhaustive review of statutes, case law, precedents, and administrative rules. However, the traditional approach to legal research has some complications:

  • Time Intensive: Requires dozens (if not hundreds) of hours of concentration, sorting through various databases like Westlaw and LexisNexis.
  • Expensive: Associates billing $200-500/hour are often performing work that could be done in a portion of the time, and ultimately for less cost.
  • Inconsistent Quality: Less senior staff members don’t always know how to boil down case law or distinguish between subtle distinctions that might make all the difference in framing an argument.

The Shift Toward Virtual Research Teams

As a response to inefficiencies and to improve outcomes, many attorneys in the U.S. are also outsourcing legal research and law-changing tasks to specialized virtual teams. Companies such as GSB LPO Services are leading in this shifting world, providing specific research support that is accurate, timely, and cost-efficient.

How Virtual Legal Research Teams Provide Value.

Access to Global Legal Experts: GSB LPO’s research team consists of law school graduates and attorneys who trained in the U.S. legal system. They have bar qualifications and knowledge of federal and state court systems and can conduct research in even the smallest niche, capable of supporting general research needs.

24-Hour Turnaround Times: Because of time zone advantages and a responsive team, attorneys can send a research brief one EOD and receive a polished memo back in their inbox by morning.

Variety of Legal Areas Covered

– Civil and Criminal law

– Bankruptcy and Insolvency

– Immigration law

– Employment and Labor law

– Intellectual Property

– Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation law 

Comprehensive Delivery Document: With GSB LPO, attorneys receive more than citations – there are memos, issue spotting, argument mapping, shepardizing, etc. Each research deliverable comes with a summary of applicable case law, persuasive and mandatory authorities, and risk assessment tied to real-time judicial trends.

Benefits of Outsourcing Legal Research for U.S. Attorneys

  • Focus on Strategy, Not Searches: Outsourcing legal research allows attorneys to focus their time on strategic thinking, negotiation, and client contact—no more searching through caselaw.
  • Reduced Overhead: Whether lawyers are hiring in-house researchers or junior associates to do research assignments, it takes a chunk out of their margin. Outsourcing reduces operating costs by up to 70% – without losing quality.
  • Scalability: Whether you need support research once a month or 3 times a week, virtual teams can flex with your workflow and are well suited for solo practitioners, midsized firms, and large law departments.
  • Risk Mitigation: Incomplete or inaccurate research can blow a case completely. GSB LPO also applies a triple-check review process to verify that the legal research is accurate, up-to-date, and case-specific.

How GSB LPO Services Is Leading the Charge

GSB LPO Services has established itself as a reputable partner for U.S.-based law firms looking for dependable outsourced legal research services. Their commitment to confidentiality, quality, precision, and deadline-driven execution are among the many things that set GSB LPO Services apart from others in the legal process outsourcing (LPO) industry.

Why GSB LPO?

  • S. Qualified Legal Researchers
  • NDAs and Secure Data Protocols
  • Memos and Reports Customized for You
  • No Hidden Charges or Minimum Engagements
  • Free Pilot Project

Whether you need assistance drafting a complicated motion, interpreting the Constitution, or quickly validating a statute, GSB LPO has the talent to deliver results comparable or superior to any solicitors, lawyers or firm for a fraction of the price.

Final Thoughts: It’s Time to Rethink Legal Research

The legal world is evolving, and efficiency is no longer optional. By outsourcing legal research to trusted virtual teams, attorneys are not only saving time and money—they’re gaining a competitive edge. Don’t let your firm fall behind.

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