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Paralegal Compliance Officer – An Interview with Melissa Andrews

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I want to let her tell you that story because I don’t want you to think that it was her undergraduate degree and all these other high-end certifications that got Melissa to where she is today. She started this new journey with this paralegal career. I had gotten some compliance and privacy certifications by 2019.

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Top 5 best and worst things about being a paralegal

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It’s worth mentioning that paralegals with formal training, including an Associates in Paralegal Studies or Paralegal Certificate are in higher demand. The paralegals and legal assistants that exhibit strong computer and database skills, along with a strong work ethic will typically be the best candidates.

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Top 5 best and worst things about being a paralegal

LexBlog

It’s worth mentioning that paralegals with formal training, including an Associates in Paralegal Studies or Paralegal Certificate are in higher demand. The paralegals and legal assistants that exhibit strong computer and database skills, along with a strong work ethic will typically be the best candidates.

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Paralegal Job Search Q & A

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I teach a job search and career development class for a paralegal certificate program and I always tell them – stop applying for 20 random positions a week, sending a generic cover letter, and just hoping that 1 out of those 20 respond. I hear that A LOT from paralegals who work in family law. Only it’s not. You’re not alone.