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The Confusion of Legal Assistant vs. Paralegal Titles

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Also, the new generation of associates were technologically savvy and didn’t need as much traditional secretarial support, so the ratio of secretary or assistant to attorney grew from 1 secretary supporting two or three attorneys to one legal assistant supporting 7 or 8 attorneys (or more). Their answer was: “There is no difference.”

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Is it Worth it to Become a Litigation Paralegal?

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Is it worth it to become a paralegal? I became a paralegal during my paralegal studies and I have lived the life I have always dreamed even 21 years later! How to become a litigation paralegal Ask any ten litigation paralegals how they became a paralegal, and you will most likely get ten different answers.

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Paralegal Career Choice: Public Service or Private Practice

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To be successful in the legal field, paralegals must have certain qualities that will help them work their very best. Christine Rekash, RP, is a Criminal Paralegal Specialist with the United States Department of Justice and serves on the Illinois Paralegal Association Board of Directors. How to Find a Government Job.

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The Power of Paralegal Mentors – An Interview with Ashley Stasiewich

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Ashley is a Sessional Instructor for the Paralegal Studies and Office Assistant Programs at McEwen University, and she has over 16 years of experience in the legal industry. I’m nominating Ashley to be interviewed on your podcast because Ashley has the characteristics and drive as a rockstar paralegal that I strive for.

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Paralegal Career Growth – From Receptionist to Director

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When you went and asked for that paralegal position, did you have a paralegal certificate or college degree? I had an associate’s degree in paralegal studies at the time. Read What This Paralegal Has Learned After Working with Attorneys for 40 Years. GET A COPY OF THE FREE GUIDE HERE. No, I did not.

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How to Become a Virtual Legal Assistant

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They are independent contractors or employees who work and use technology to deliver services. Dawn Draper 2003 Davenport University graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies. In order to effectively succeed as a virtual paralegal,” says Draper. What exactly is a Virtual Assistant or VA?