SEVRise delivers high-quality, project-based virtual paralegal services tailored for attorneys who value professionalism, efficiency, and clarity in their casework. Led by Sophie Effy Vazquez—a seasoned Virtual Paralegal with a Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies and a specialization in Litigation and Advocacy—SEVRise is the behind-the-scenes support system that helps law firms meet deadlines, manage document-intensive projects, and prepare for litigation with confidence.

With extensive experience across Florida Family Law, civil litigation, and criminal defense, Sophie provides precise, deadline-driven support to solo attorneys and small firms. Every project is approached with a clear understanding of Florida procedural rules and the unique demands of legal practice—handled entirely online and on a per-project basis.

Virtual Paralegal Project Support

SEVRise provides project-based paralegal support designed to align with each attorney’s direction and case strategy. Services are thoughtfully tailored to meet the needs of each case with precision, clarity, and efficiency.

Project-based services include:

• Case-Specific Task Support
  Organizing and summarizing case files, preparing timelines, and creating digital case digests.

• Discovery Support
  Drafting and responding to production requests, interrogatories, and admissions; summarizing discovery responses; and tracking deadlines.

• Pleadings & Motion Drafting
  Preparing court-ready motions, notices, stipulations, and other pleadings, based on attorney direction.

• Pre-Trial & Mediation Packet Preparation
  Drafting exhibit lists, witness outlines, and preparing digital trial or mediation packets (for attorney or staff to print and assemble).

• Legal Research & Rule Review
  Conducting targeted research with relevant case law, rule references, and procedural standards—particularly within Florida's Family and Civil Law contexts. Access to the attorney’s legal research platform (e.g., Westlaw, Lexis, Fastcase, etc.) is required for these services.

• Document Review Projects
  Reviewing and organizing incoming discovery, deposition transcripts, and client records into working files.

• Witness Outlines & Deposition Summaries
  Drafting witness outlines, summarizing depositions, and organizing testimony for trial.

• Exhibit Management & Trial Presentations
  Creating and managing digital trial exhibits, evidence lists, and trial materials.

• Pre-Trial Statements
  Preparing pre-trial statements to be filed with the court, summarizing key facts, legal arguments, and trial issues.

• Hearing Preparation
  Preparing materials and documents needed for hearings, including motions, exhibits, and supporting documents.

Sophie’s Approach to Paralegal Work

Sophie believes attorneys should always lead the strategy and management of their cases. Her role is to support that leadership—not to take over administrative control or become a substitute for systems the firm should already have in place.

SEVRise is not a legal assistant service and does not offer ongoing office management, calendaring, or receptionist-style support under the paralegal scope. However, if a firm already has a system in place and needs brief, one-off assistance with legal assistant-type tasks (such as intake or follow-ups), Sophie is open to supporting these tasks on a limited basis.

Additionally, these types of administrative functions can be addressed through SEVRise’s law firm consulting services, where Sophie helps attorneys set up or refine their internal systems. Once an infrastructure is established, Sophie may provide short-term or transitional support as part of that buildout.

Why Attorneys Trust SEVRise

• Specialized Litigation Background – With a degree focused on litigation and advocacy, Sophie understands how to prepare attorneys for court, not just complete tasks.

• Fully Remote & Secure – Every project is handled virtually, using secure digital tools and respecting confidentiality protocols.

• Case-By-Case Support – Attorneys can request help on a per-project basis without the commitment of onboarding full-time staff.

• Aligned with Attorney Leadership – Sophie’s role complements attorney leadership through streamlined, professional support.