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The Confusion of Legal Assistant vs. Paralegal Titles

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That was the first association NALS, which back then stood for the National Association of Legal Secretaries. They changed it in 1999 to the National Association of Legal Support Professionals. But let’s go back to when they started in 1929 as an association for legal secretaries. Times are changing. Sometimes.

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Paving Your Way: Overcoming Obstacles to Land Your Dream Paralegal Job

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If you haven’t noticed by now, most paralegal job openings require years of experience, even with a degree or certification. Finding Your Place Typically, you start as a 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.

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Paralegal Roles in Other Countries

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Paralegals – Depending on the role, and their jurisdiction (as I mentioned before) a paralegal can represent someone in court, draft complex legal documents (under the supervision of a lawyer) perform research, and many other substantial tasks. Education/Certification.

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What IS a paralegal, exactly?

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I think a shorter list is what one is not, but in summary, paralegals provide day to day support by assisting attorneys, law offices, or other various agencies conducting research, drafting legal documents, and handling cases. What a paralegal is NOT. A paralegal is not a legal assistant or legal secretary.