How To Become A Paralegal
APRIL 30, 2018
If you’re enrolled in a paralegal studies program or if you’re considering it, you probably have some questions about what you’ll learn in your classes. In this post, you’re going to learn a little bit about what you can expect to learn in your paralegal studies classes. . Criminal Law.
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.
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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. LEARN MORE 3.
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.
Paralegal Bootcamp
AUGUST 29, 2023
Tips and Tricks for Personal Injury Paralegals Do you want to know how to be a successful personal injury paralegal? When I graduated with my degree in paralegal studies, I was so anxious to start my first job. I had no idea the type of law I wanted to work in, I just knew I wanted to help others.
Paralegal Bootcamp
DECEMBER 9, 2022
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. One website in France calls a Law Clerk a, “Second-in-Command Lawyer.”
Paralegal Bootcamp
NOVEMBER 10, 2022
Being a paralegal and having a paralegal degree are two different things. This is why most law firms don’t hire a paralegal graduate without experience right out of paralegal school. You don’t learn much from your paralegal certificate/associate that applies to your day-to-day job.
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