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What is a paralegal and what do they do?

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Many are now seeing the benefit in taking a route as a paralegal either as a long-term option or as a path towards other roles within the law. Paralegals are an essential part of any law firm, so here, we take a look at what they do and why they are so important. What is a paralegal?

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5 misconceptions about being a paralegal

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The term “paralegal” originated in the USA. With that in mind, Nannette Kendrick, Head of New Business and Marketing at Lovedays Solicitors , provides her insight into five common misconceptions about paralegals and what the truth really is. 1) Being a paralegal is an “in-between” job. 2) Becoming a paralegal is easy.

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How I became a paralegal

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At Simply Law we recently spoke to Millie Swaby-Pritchard, a paralegal who kindly shared what it has taken to become a paralegal. I recently celebrated my one-year anniversary in my first paralegal role, but the journey getting here has taken much longer. Training contracts vs paralegal experience. My journey.