National Federation of Paralegal Association

With the core purpose of advancing the legal assistants profession, the National Federation of Paralegal Association (NFPA) supports unity within its colleagues in the career by being committed to its Code of Ethics. Aiming to be responsive with its members needs, the National Federation of Paralegal Association (NFPA) is committed to honesty by upholding their personal integrity. It also provides visionary leadership where they are still welcome to the exchange of ideas for the improvement of the organization. The goals of the National Federation of Paralegal Association (NFPA) are to [more...]

Date: 2007-10-30 12:15:49

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Paralegal Work Explained | Legal Help and Advice Blog

The American Bar Association defines paralegal as “a person qualified by education, training or work experience who is employed or retained by a lawyer, law office, corporation, governmental agency or other entity who performs specifically delegated substantive legal work for which a lawyer is responsible.” With this definition, we can say that paralegal work involves administrative functions from organizing, filing, and retrieving of documents to photocopying and even to numbering of pages, all designed to help the lawyers. Depending on the employer, paralegal or legal assistant may also [more...]

Date: 2010-04-30 15:50:36

A Look at Paralegal Salary | The Board Magazine

Paralegals are vital to the smooth running of most of the major law firms and companies located around the country. Most attorneys are unable to attend to all their legal needs for the day without a paralegal. It is hardly uncommon to find a paralegal in any law firm you visit. Paralegal, just like attorneys are trained in matters relating to the administration of law and this knowledge allows them handle many issues which an attorney would otherwise have done. But paralegals are not only restricted to working in law firms as they can also be found in the employ of government agencies, non [more...]

Date: 2010-05-08 12:14:06

Paralegal – Law Firm

Dhishoom – Aventura, FL – Paralegal The candidate will work for 3 attorneys doing transactional and litigation work. Activities will range from drafting legal documents to assisting attorneys with administrative duties. Responsibilities include research, writing, drafting motions, setting calendar hearings, communicating with clients, data entry, updating data, maintaining documentation and information in correct order. Must have 2+ years of experience working at a law firm. Bachelor’s degree required. Must speak and write perfect English and Spanish. For more information of this job [more...]

Date: 2010-05-07 04:37:55

Plot Sales Paralegal - Southampton - Training contract, trainee ...

A well respected law practice in the South currently seeks Paralegal to join their Plot Sales department. Playing an important part in this team you will be responsible for file opening and closing, scheduling of Deeds, photocopying, dealing with incoming and outgoing post, assisting with searches relating to property transactions, dealing with enquiries on the telephone, assisting with the preparation of reservation/purchaser packs and assisting fee earners by producing initial documentation. The ideal candidate will have previous administration experience within a legal environment as well [more...]

Date: 2010-04-20 12:30:43

GW Paralegal Program Graduate and Professors Write New Section of ...

A graduate of The George Washington University (GW) Paralegal Studies Master's Program and two GW professors have written a new section of the 19th edition of The Bluebook: A Uniform System of Citation. The Bluebook, a staple for students and professionals in the legal field, prescribes a standard way of citation in writing unique to the legal profession. Graduate Philip Greene, Richard D. Lieberman, GW Law School professorial lecturer, and Jason D. Morgan, GW professorial lecturer in paralegal studies, have written a new section of The Bluebook that describes how to cite legal documents, [more...]

Date: 2010-04-26 10:54:50

Experienced Eviction Coordinator needed to join Las Vegas Team

Provide paralegal and administrative support to attorneys and the eviction team. Perform all eviction functions in connection with evicting a foreclosed property. Manage a portfolio of loans for specific clients. Follow department policy and procedures, workflow, priorities and standards. Perform tasks that require knowledge of preparing documents to be filed in court, requesting checks for filing fees, court procedures, checking statuses on the court proceedings, and overall process of the eviction process. 2+ years recent experience providing paralegal and administrative support to a team [more...]

Date: 2010-04-29 00:10:00

Becoming a Paralegal is a Hands-On Career

For anyone interested in pursuing a career in the legal profession with a more hands on approach to law without actually being a lawyer, or are looking for a way to get a foot in the door of the legal field, becoming a paralegal may be the ideal choice. Most people have heard of the term "paralegal" or "legal assistant", but are unsure as to the exact details of what a paralegal does. A paralegal or a legal assistant is a person who is employed by a law office, corporation, individual, or government agency, who performs legal work for which a lawyer is usually responsible. A paralegal has [more...]

Date: 2010-02-22 17:27:19

City Tech Alumna Angela Hines Finds Balance Between Career and ...

Her 19-year-old is a sophomore at Virginia State; her 17-year-old attends the School of Art and Design; her 14-year-old is studying at Taft, a boarding school in Connecticut; and her seven- and eight-year-olds are both enrolled in the Gifted and Talented program at P.S. 106, their neighborhood elementary school in Far Rockaway, Queens. “My kids struggled along with me,” she explains. “I realized that I had to stay focused. And I always knew that if I succeeded, they would succeed. It was that simple.” Succeeding, for her, always also had something to do with helping others. As a [more...]

Date: 2007-12-20 17:57:08

The man behind the masculine cupcake | nyunews.com

NYU alumnus David Arrick makes cupcakes. Not the huge, cakey ones you'll find at Crumbs, or the colorful, sprinkle-covered creations from Magnolia Bakery. His are liquor-soaked, flat-topped monstrosities, which have been jokingly dubbed "mancakes." "Men like food. Men like booze. Men like beer. Men like bacon. Put them into a cupcake and it's a no-brainer," Arrick said.Arrick, 42, has had a variety of careers in his lifetime. But the newest addition to his resume, "bakery owner," is one of the most stressful.On a normal day Arrick wakes up, checks the delivery schedule, waits for the cupcakes [more...]

Date: 2010-03-11 04:13:23

Work in Japan :: Junior Paralegal - Michael Page International ...

Administrative - Secretary/Sales Assistant/Clerical/Data Entry/Reception A very well established foreign based law firm is looking for a junior paralegal who is fully bilingual in both English & Japanese with a law degree background. As this is a junior role, they are open to consider fresh graduates who are flexible, fully bilingual and bi-cultural who are committed, full of energy and has interest to develop their career as a paralegal. What's on offer: Flexible & bi-cultural working environment. Good working relationships with both Japanese & foreign staff. Apply NowApply online using the [more...]

Date: 2010-03-11 07:36:40

Thrown out of court | Macleans.ca - Canada - Features

There's another concern paralegals share: cost. "It's going to become a lot more expensive to practise," says Wanda Forsythe, chair of the school of legal and public administration at Toronto's Seneca College. And those costs will be passed down to the public. Thanks to a new education requirement, people wanting to take up the profession will now have to pay college tuition for a two- to four-year program; after that there are insurance costs, and a $500 application fee to the law society. Experienced paralegals could skip the education requirement if they paid $1,075 and wrote an exam. (Of [more...]

Date: 2008-06-04 07:00:00

History Of The Paralegal Profession : foroiberoamericanolocal.org

You may call the history of the paralegal profession sort of a late bloomer but it was only in the year it begun where there was a great consideration of attorneys needing someone to assist them in their workloads. There were also some corporations who were looking for individuals to do legal typing services and those who are full- pledged lawyers have to carefully think of the impact it will bring to them if they resort to the job description. Prior to such, plenty of law firms were also training their administrative staff to perform some routinary operations where it was then the dawning of [more...]

Date: 2009-12-16 06:48:11

The Empowered Paralegal » Blog Archive » Paralegals Help Haitians ...

The legal community in South Florida has come together to help Haitians apply for TPS pro bono. FIAC and Catholic Charities Legal Services of the Archdiocese of Miami are the most active. Catholic Charities holds free Friday walk-in clinics at the Notre Dame church and consults with Haitians daily at its Wilton Manors office in Broward County. Catholic Charities has signed up more than 1,500 applicants, said Myriam Mezadieu, chief administrative officer for Catholic Legal Services. Many lack money for the application fees and leave to try to scrounge up the money from relatives before [more...]

Date: 2010-03-14 22:46:28

Paralegal Schools In Fort Worth TX – Career Specialties Paralegal ...

In an marketplace badly prepared for the large expenses of attorneys, properly qualified and knowledgeable legal assistants are more sought after than in the past.  Paralegal schools in fort worth TX provide several specialties in the paralegal field. There are many legal areas you may select to concentrate on as a legal assistant. In case you are searching for a specific area of expertise, make sure you ask a college consultant if the legal assistant course you are contemplating provides courses in that region. Frequently colleges give a couple of career special areas of practice for [more...]

Date: 2010-05-08 00:19:20

Interested in Law? Earn Your Paralegal Degree to Work in This ...

A paralegal degree program will prepare you for a career as a legal assistant, legal administrator, or paralegal. Though not as rigorous as law school, it covers much of the same ground as a law degree does. There are many online colleges and universities that offer a degree in this field. Earning your degree online will allow you to study without jeopardizing your home or work situation. Most of the paralegal degree programs will focus on legal documentation, drafting, and writing, in addition to legal processes and administrative studies. To do well in this type of program, it’s important [more...]

Date: 2010-05-05 16:53:03

Information on Paralegal Work - Want To Do Paralegal Function

Information on Paralegal Work - Want To Do Paralegal Function You may have heard about paralegal or legal assistant. The term paralegal started out to grow during the late period of 1960s. It was during which time which the consideration in legal works started out to grow greatly. Because of this situation, law firms experienced large workload that they’ve got to secure other peoples help to be able to accomplish the administrative work for them and this gave birth to paralegal. Paralegal or legal assistant is a one who does administrative operation for attorneys. Paralegal work [more...]

Date: 2010-05-06 03:35:04

Tips On Paralegal Work - Everything You Need To Know Function

Tips On Paralegal Work - Everything You Need To Know Function You may have heard concerning paralegal or legal assistant. The word paralegal began to grow during the late period of 1960s. It was during which time which the consideration in legal operation started to grow enormously. Because of this situation, law firms dealt with large workload that they have to secure some other peoples aid to accomplish the administrative work for them and this is the beginning of paralegal work. Paralegal or legal assistant is a person who does administrative operation for lawyers. Paralegal [more...]

Date: 2010-05-05 12:40:11

Paralegal Specialist (27D) (Minnesota National Gurad)

The Paralegal Specialist provides legal and administrative support in such diverse areas as criminal law, family law, international law, contract law, and fiscal law. Paralegals are also involved in defense and judicial legal services [more...]

Date: 2010-03-09 11:39:00

Paralegal Schools In Fort Worth TX | Legal 101

In an marketplace badly prepared for the large expenses of attorneys, properly qualified and knowledgeable legal assistants are more sought after than in the past.  Paralegal schools in fort worth TX provide several specialties in the paralegal field. There are many legal areas you may select to concentrate on as a legal assistant. In case you are searching for a specific area of expertise, make sure you ask a college consultant if the legal assistant course you are contemplating provides courses in that region. Frequently colleges give a couple of career special areas of practice for [more...]

Date: 2010-05-08 11:11:45

2L elected to national ABA student post - Sandra Day O'Connor ...

Loquvam has masters degrees in Forensic Psychology and Business Administration from Tiffin University, and was a paralegal before coming to law school. She is an associate editor for Jurimetrics: The Journal of Law, Science, and Technology, Vice President of the Consumer Advocacy Protection Program, a Director with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, and a teaching assistant. Loquvam also is an adjunct faculty member in the Maricopa Community College District and Northern Arizona University, where she teaches in the areas of public administration, criminal justice and forensic [more...]

Date: 2010-04-07 17:41:59

Tips On Paralegal Work - Want To Do Paralegal Work

Tips On Paralegal Work - Want To Do Paralegal Work You may have heard related to paralegal or legal assistant. The term paralegal started out to grow during the late period of 1960s. It was during that time which the demand for legal operation started out to increase greatly. Because of this condition, law firms encountered heavy workload that they have to secure some other peoples help to accomplish the administrative work for them and this is how paralegal started. Paralegal or legal assistant is a one who does administrative functions for attorneys. Paralegal work is comparable [more...]

Date: 2010-05-04 14:05:12

Charles deWitt named Memphis Dean of Faculty

An administrator at the University of Memphis since 1993, Dr. deWitt first served as Assistant Dean for Paralegal Studies and more recently as Administrative Dean at the School of Law. Though this will be Dr. deWitt’s first full-time position at Belhaven University, he is already a familiar face on the Memphis campus. As an adjunct instructor for over twelve years, he has long been a member of the Belhaven community. In assuming his new role at Belhaven, he comes with great enthusiasm and a desire to serve the students and faculty as Belhaven continues to grow in the Memphis market. Dr. [more...]

Date: 2010-01-20 21:27:08

What's a Paralegal Do Exactly? « angeliqueseevers

There is no steadfast rule that individuals need to get educated in order to qualify for a paralegal job. In general, companies may prefer individuals who have obtained a Master’s and Bachelor’s education in paralegal studies. Some employers also prefer individuals getting a certificate from National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA). The NALA also offers professionals with advanced paralegal certification on specialization in specific areas of law. Note that paralegal jobs totaled close to 200,000 in 2004 and are estimated to rise by about 30% till 2014. This rising trend makes it a [more...]

Date: 2010-05-08 02:12:43

Paralegal Honored by Maryland Legal Aid

The Baltimore Sunreports that Carol Ahlum, Legal Aid Bureau of Midwestern Maryland paralegal, was among those honored at a recent “gala.” This is no suprise to Facebook fans of Maryland Legal Aid where Carol was congratulated last October: Congratulations to Carol Ahlum, who will receive the Maryland Legal Services Corporation’s 2009 William L. Marbury Outstanding Advocate Award in December. The annual award is presented to a non-attorney who has demonstrated outstanding service in Maryland representing or expanding service on behalf of the rights and legal needs of low-income [more...]

Date: 2010-01-13 16:06:33

Paralegal Schools In Fort Worth TX | My Education blog

In case you are searching for a specific area of expertise, make sure you ask a college consultant if the legal assistant course you are contemplating provides courses in that region. Frequently colleges give a couple of career special areas of practice for learners to select from. A few common career specialties consist of: Bankruptcy Legal assistant: Focuses primarily on bankruptcy hearing guidelines and also the processes for submitting insolvency. Business Legal assistant: Focuses primarily on business legislation, such as intellectual possessions, finance reporting as well as stockholder [more...]

Date: 2010-05-08 00:19:19

Recession Proof Career Path – Paralegal

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the paralegal field is expected to grow at a rapid pace. In addition to that increase, factor in job openings due to retirements, career changes, and other elements, and you have a perfect field for those interested in the field of law. Furthermore, many people who want a work in the field of law are not willing to go through four years of undergraduate study then spend another two or three years in law school. The paralegal career track is perfect for these people. What Does a Paralegal Do? The paralegal does a lot of the work an attorney can do, [more...]

Date: 2010-01-09 13:38:36

PARALEGAL : Pontefract - Training contract, trainee solicitor and ...

PARALEGAL : Pontefract : 14K Salary Role The primary role of the Paralegal is to provide direct support to his/her Principal to enable the Principal to operate at optimum efficiency. This will include (but will not be limited to) the main responsibilities given below. The Paralegal is expected to use a high degree of self-management and initiative. ? Attendance on clients and others in order to take statements, obtain information, make appointments and complete Legal Services Commission (LSC) forms. ? Liaise between clients and experts and between clients and supervisor and with the other [more...]

Date: 2010-05-08 02:57:51

Finance Division Paralegal Schools In Fort Worth TX - Career ...

In case you are searching for a specific area of expertise, make sure you ask a college consultant if the legal assistant course you are contemplating provides courses in that region. Frequently colleges give a couple of career special areas of practice for learners to select from. A few common career specialties consist of: Bankruptcy Legal assistant: Focuses primarily on bankruptcy hearing guidelines and also the processes for submitting insolvency. Business Legal assistant: Focuses primarily on business legislation, such as intellectual possessions, finance reporting as well as stockholder [more...]

Date: 2010-05-09 05:00:35

Newsmakers | savannahnow.com

Recently has joined Clark & Stevens P.A. as a paralegal. Background: Greminger was previously a paralegal in New York City for The Law Project, where she litigated cases and represented clients of the low-income community. Education: Bachelor's degree in business administration from the State University of New York at Oswego. SCOTTIE HENDRIX II Recently has joined Seabolt Brokers/Harry Norman, Realtors as a sales associate. Background: Hendrix was previously a sales agent with Ben Farmer Realty in Savannah. Education: Bachelor's of business administration in real estate. SUNNY HILL Recently [more...]

Date: 2006-11-05 04:30:00

Details on Paralegal Work - Do You Want To Know How To DO This Work

Details on Paralegal Work - Do You Want To Know How To DO This Work You could have heard pertaining to paralegal or legal assistant. The word paralegal begun to grow during the late 1960’s period. It was during that time that the need for legal functions started to increase tremendously. Because of this condition, law firms encountered large workload that they’ve got to secure other peoples aid in order to undertake the admin work for them and this gave birth to paralegal. Paralegal or legal assistant is a individual who does administrative service for lawyers. Paralegal jobs [more...]

Date: 2010-05-04 15:50:07

Self proclaimed poster child for paralegals sentenced to 4 months ...

After 15 years of acting as a paralegal, Maureen Boldt has been sentenced to house arrest for the unauthorized practice of law. The operator of Boldt paralegal and mediation, located in North Bay, Ontario,  violated a 2000 court order that forbid her from practicing law. A four term city councillor, Ms. Boldt was found guilty of acting as a barrister by offering and providing services with regards to wills, estates, and divorce agreements. According to the law society, who as of last year has undertaken to regulate the burgeoning profession, paralegals are restricted to practice only in [more...]

Date: 2007-11-08 21:08:38

CIVIL LITIGATION – LAWSUIT – TRIAL (Los Angeles, San Gabriel ...

Bankruptcy & Litigation Paralegal Sang L. Chan earned his Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of La Verne and his bachelors in Business Administration from the University of California, Riverside. Mr. Chan has extensive experience in business management, banking loans, underwriting, venture capital, and case management. Mr. Chan currently divides his time processing bankruptcy filings and managing case flow of all other departments. Mr. Chan assisted in successfully processing numerous Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases. Mr. Chan also communicates [more...]

Date: 2010-05-06 07:01:57

The Job of a Paralegal: Legal Assistants Help Lawyers With Their Work

The duties of a paralegal will depend on what kind of law firm he or she works for. Generally, a paralegal will perform lots of administrative duties and do research. The word paralegal is a generic term that comes from the Latin word para, which means "to cover." In broader terms, a paralegal covers for a lawyer. There would be many reasons why somebody would consider working as a paralegal. Perhaps he or she wants to be a lawyer, but isn't ready to take the plunge. In any case, there is no better way to get a peek at what a lawyer's lifestyle is really like. Depending on the employer, [more...]

Date: 2010-03-17 18:14:02

Info on Paralegal Work - Occupation

Info on Paralegal Work -  Occupation You could have heard regarding paralegal or legal assistant. The term paralegal begun to develop during the late period of 1960s. It was during that time which the demand for legal functions started to rise tremendously. Because of this situation, law firms experienced large workload that they’ve got to protect additional peoples support in order to do the administrative work for them and this is how paralegal started. Paralegal or legal assistant is a individual who does administrative functions for attorneys. Paralegal tasks are similar to [more...]

Date: 2010-04-22 16:40:17

From a 2.4 to Georgetown Law? | blawgazeen

So I googled “DC Paralegal” to get the broadest search results with the highest ranked and most relevant sites and found The Paralegal Institute of Washington, D.C. ranked 2nd after Craigslist. 3) Money – Loan + Job Georgetown Tuition Tuition for the 2008-2009 academic year is $42,065. for full-time JD students, $1,545. per credit hour for part-time students. 4) Active in Law Community – Networking I looked up national and local bar associations, and registered as an associate – you don’t have to be a lawyer, or law student to register. Law students get the biggest discounts [more...]

Date: 2009-07-02 01:28:27

Administrative Assistant/Legal Assistant (Radnor, PA) | JOBS WIRE ...

Administrative Assistant/ Legal Assistant Want to move from a law firm to a real estate firm? Successful real estate firm in Radnor seeks a career oriented Legal Assistant to support dynamic partner. Duties: • Managing multiple calendars in MS Outlook • Basic bookkeeping- including Accounts Payable • Interfacing with clients over the phone and in person • Generating correspondence with MS Word • Assist with client presentations • Set up various systems and procedures in the office Requirements: • 3- 5 + years of experience as a Legal Assistant in a law firm or corporation • Excellent [more...]

Date: 2010-04-01 21:34:36

Details on Paralegal Work - Task

Details on Paralegal Work -  Task You might have heard concerning paralegal or legal assistant. The word paralegal started to grow during the late 1960’s period. It was during that time that the consideration in legal operation began to rise tremendously. Because of this situation, law firms encountered large workload that they’ve got to secure other peoples help to be able to do the administrative work for them and this is the beginning of paralegal work. Paralegal or legal assistant is a person who does administrative operation for attorneys. Paralegal tasks are similar to [more...]

Date: 2010-05-06 05:30:02

Good ways to earn extra income?

Looking for some extra ways to pull in some extra income (legal). I’m already looking into selling on ebay, but does anybody know of anything else. Like this post? Subscribe to my RSS feed and get loads more! Take your pick, man. Investment: 0-$1000 Airbrush Artist Animal Registration/IDServices Apartment Preparation Service Arts Festival Promoter Athletic Recruiter/Scout Auction House Auto Paint Touch-Up Professional Automotive Loan Broker Band Manager Bankruptcy Services Bar tending Services Barter Systems Blade-Sharpening Service Boardinghouse Operator Book Indexer Bounty [more...]

Date: 2010-05-06 17:38:30

Info on Paralegal Work - Do You Want To Know How To DO This Function

Info on Paralegal Work - Do You Want To Know How To DO This Function You could have heard related to paralegal or legal assistant. The word paralegal begun to grow during the late period of 1960s. It was during which time which the need for legal operation began to grow tremendously. Because of this situation, law firms experienced large workload that they’ve got to protect additional peoples support to be able to undertake the admin work for them and this is the beginning of paralegal work. Paralegal or legal assistant is a individual who does administrative work for attorneys. [more...]

Date: 2010-05-04 14:25:04

Debt Recovery Paralegal - Training contract, trainee solicitor and ...

Debt Recovery Paralegal - c. i 1 215000 - i 1 218000 We are currently looking to recruit a paralegal to join the debt recovery team of a leading law firm with offices in the centre of Birmingham. The successful candidate will be providing administrative support to our client's specialist debt recovery team, so it is essential that you possess legal debt recovery experience and drafting skills. Primarily you will be working on student debts and will be required to manage your own case load of files. Duties will be varied and include attending court and external meetings, dealing directly [more...]

Date: 2010-03-01 08:10:03

Exciting Career as a Paralegal Specialist | US Army jobs and ...

It is the job of the paralegal specialist in the US Army to provide administrative support to different areas of law. Training for Your Career To get started in military law you will not have to go to law school. You will simply have to go through the ten week advanced training program after you go through the basic training. You will learn what you need to get started. The majority of what you will learn to complete your tasks will be learned while on the job. Get the information you need to start your adventure by clicking here! Requirements and Good Skills to Have Unlike many other [more...]

Date: 2010-04-17 11:00:14

Paralegal I - Columbus, GA, 31998, USA (#jobs)

Original Posting date: Job Title: Area of Interest: Legal & Compliance Requisition Number: 977 Company: Synovus Financial Corp-Company Location: 680-Synovus Centre-5th Floor City: Columbus State: Georgia Country: U.S. Full-Time/Part-Time: Full Time Shift: First Minimum Requirements: ¦ Required Education: Completion of a Paralegal course of study from an institution recognized by the American Bar Association (ABA). An Associate's Degree in Paralegal Studies or similar program is preferred. ¦ Required Experience: None required; but experience working in a law office or legal environment is [more...]

Date: 2010-02-16 02:07:41

Advantages Of Hiring A Freelance Bankruptcy Paralegal In These ...

With a freelancer, a agency can devote that freelance paralegal to one area of expertise without worry that the paralegal is being distracted by other tasks or different departments throughout the firm. Sole practitioners and smaller bankruptcy legal corporations benefit tremendously from using a freelance bankruptcy paralegal on many various levels. In terms of smaller companies, the secret is generating income whereas conserving company resources. That is the primary formulation for any small enterprise, and attorneys aren’t any different. Many sole practitioners are in the constructing [more...]

Date: 2010-04-14 12:56:29

Legal Outsourcing Versus Offshoring: Do You Know The Difference?

Are you considering outsourcing your legal work? Do you know the difference between legal outsourcing and offshoring? If you’ve been known to confuse the two terms, you are not alone. This is something I’ve discussed with several lawyers and legal professionals. Although the two terms are often used interchangeably, their meanings differ. It’s important that you know the difference before you invest another minute (or dollar) outsourcing or offshoring your legal work. Legal Outsourcing and Offshoring Defined Wikipedia does a good job defining both terms… “Legal outsourcing refers to [more...]

Date: 2010-03-08 21:01:18

Legal Outsourcing versus Offshoring: Know The Difference

Are you considering outsourcing your legal work? Do you know the difference between legal outsourcing and offshoring? If you’ve been known to confuse the two terms, you are not alone. This is something I’ve discussed with several lawyers and legal professionals. Although the two terms are often used interchangeably, their meanings differ. It’s important that you know the difference before you invest another minute (or dollar) outsourcing or offshoring your legal work. Legal Outsourcing and Offshoring Defined Wikipedia does a good job defining both terms… “Legal outsourcing refers to [more...]

Date: 2010-05-06 23:03:09

Online Paralegal Courses

Online paralegal programs can be completed in as little as six months or can take up to four years, depending on the course of education the student chooses. Online paralegal courses are offered through written coursework, reading assignments, email, online chats and virtual lectures. Seven out of ten paralegals are employed by law firms and the rest work for government agencies and corporate legal departments, with a small number offering their services on a freelance basis to attorney and agencies. The United States Department of Labor states that the largest employers of paralegals within [more...]

Date: 2010-04-29 17:50:48

Tips On Paralegal Work - Do You Want To Know How To DO This Job ...

Filed under: Marketing — Admin at 6:20 am on Thursday, May 6, 2010 Tips On Paralegal Work - Do You Want To Know How To DO This Job You could have heard about paralegal or legal assistant. The term paralegal begun to grow during the late 1960’s period. It was during that time which the need for legal operation started out to boost tremendously. Because of this situation, law firms dealt with large workload that they have got to protect additional peoples assistance to be able to perform the admin work for them and this gave birth to paralegal. Paralegal or legal assistant is a [more...]

Date: 2010-05-06 12:20:08

Paralegal School Bachelor degree programs can

Paralegal School Bachelor degree programs can provide majors, minors, and concentrations in paralegal studies within another major, such as medicine or business. Bachelor degrees in paralegal studies are in-depth programs for students seeking entry-level positions in law firms, or for career advancement in current occupations.Master of Arts – Paralegal (MA-P) and Master of Science – Paralegal (MS-P) degree programs at graduate colleges and universities provide advanced degree studies in law-related subjects of legal administration and legal studies.Paralegal School degrees prepare [more...]

Date: 2010-04-25 09:44:09

Fragomen Del Rey Announces Associate Layoffs

Posted by Brian Baxter UPDATE: This story has been updated with new information regarding the number of paralegals laid off by the firm. New York's Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy confirmed on Friday that it had let go between seven and eight associates, along with staff. "We in selective offices, it wasn't firmwide," says firm chairman Austin Fragomen, Jr. The 220-lawyer immigration firm, which The American Lawyer's Susan Beck profiled in the magazine's annual Am Law 200 issue in June, has 17 offices in the U.S. and Europe. (The firm also has 14 affiliated offices in [more...]

Date: 2008-11-21 21:43:08

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