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Paralegal Schools Forget to Mention These Things

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But after they’ve got you enrolled and you’re in the paralegal certificate program, it would be helpful for you to also hear the downsides of being a paralegal so that you can be better prepared for your new career. Paralegals Don’t Make Much Money Starting Out. New paralegals don’t make a lot of money.

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Legal Research Finally Demystified.

The Researching Paralegal

I have a new favorite legal research textbook and reference guide for law and paralegal students — Legal Research Demystified. In my opinion, it offers a fresh approach to finding and understanding the law. It guides a student in a logical process to research common law and statutory issues.

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10 Things Attorneys Look For in a Paralegal

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Working in the legal profession means having a good working knowledge of many different technologies, including: Law firm billing software. To some new paralegals, being proactive might sound like you are being asked to read an attorney’s mind. You seek out work, rather than waiting for the lawyer to hand it to you.

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Why Writing Skills are Necessary for Paralegals

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Paralegals and paralegal students often have difficulty developing their writing skills to the level expected in the legal industry. Legal professionals rely heavily on both verbal and written communication, so writing skills are essential for both lawyers, paralegals, and legal secretaries.

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Top 5 Legal Writing Tips for Paralegals

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Between emails and letters to clients, opposing counsel, and court officers and various pleadings and responses, paralegals play an important role in helping ensure that the law firm clearly transmits its message. Most paralegals (and lawyers) proudly display their ability to research and write a convincing argument.

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Don’t Work For Free in These 3 Key Areas During Your Paralegal Career

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I’m giving it to a non-profit organization that benefits its members – paralegals and paralegal students. Whatever the paralegal association charges for it, that money goes back into their association to benefit local paralegals. But what does that do for your paralegal career?

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