Paralegal Bootcamp
OCTOBER 16, 2023
Stepping into the professional world as a paralegal can be both exciting and challenging. As someone who studied Paralegal Studies and worked hands-on as a paralegal, I reflect upon the valuable lessons I learned in school that provided a solid foundation, as well as the practical skills I had to acquire on the job.
Paralegal Bootcamp
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023
It’s also because every law firm has a different definition of what a legal assistant is. None of the definitions of the paralegal title have ever really changed much. That’s because back then there really was no such thing as a paralegal. In other words, a paralegal and a legal assistant were the same thing.
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Paralegal Bootcamp
AUGUST 10, 2023
To gain the real legal experience requirements you need to qualify for those paralegal job postings, you can start as an entry-level legal assistant or legal secretary. Even starting as a receptionist at a law office is a great first step in gaining the legal experience you need. This is what you’ve been looking for!
Paralegal Bootcamp
JULY 24, 2023
This is because some paralegals might prefer a corporate setting as an in-house paralegal, while others might thrive in a law firm setting working in civil litigation or other commercial litigation. What is a litigation paralegal? But here’s what I also know: I talk to paralegals across the country.
Paralegal Bootcamp
MAY 6, 2022
Paralegals can find jobs on a local or municipal level by researching their town, municipality, or County for positions within a prosecutor’s office or public defender’s office. To begin, the type of law being enforced is different. Laws are different for local municipalities versus Statewide law versus Federal law.
Paralegal Bootcamp
OCTOBER 21, 2022
I currently work for a reputable litigation firm that specializes in bankruptcy, business disputes, real estate, and family law. I work from home as a fully remote paralegal, so I usually start at 8:30 AM and end my day around 5:00 PM. My plans can change quickly depending on crucial deadlines and attorney requests.
Paralegal Bootcamp
JUNE 30, 2022
In our latest podcast episode, I interviewed Kim Barrett who started her career as a part-time law firm receptionist and is now the Director of Paralegals and Legal Professionals at a Global Law Firm. I got started in the legal industry because a friend of mine was working at a large law firm. No, I did not.
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