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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What are the benefits of getting an ABA approved Paralegal Degree?

3 Responses to “What are the benefits of getting an ABA approved Paralegal Degree?” Comment from ipguy Time May 3, 2010 at 5:09 pm I am not sure I fully understand what you are trying to ask, but here goes. The only reasons you would want a paralegal degree would be either for personal development or to get a paralegal position. Some law firms will only hire paralegals from ABA-approved schools. The more educated you are, the more money you make. Making more money is the benefit that most paralegal students seek. In theory, an ABA-approved school provides a better education than a [more...]

Date: 2010-05-03 16:48:47

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Date: 2009-03-17 11:33:46

The Empowered Paralegal » Blog Archive » Can anyone call ...

A Blog for and about Professional Paralegals and the Paralegal Profession John Stossel of Fox News says his show tonight will include “interview David Price, a Kansas City paralegal who went to jail for half a year because he helped 86- year old Eldon Ray write a letter defending himself against the charge of “unlicensed practice of architecture.”  I’ve never seen John’s show and, if the contect of the show is as misleading as the announcement, I suspect it is just as well. I’ve reviewed a number of news reports on Mr. Price’s situation. Perhaps the most comprehensive and [more...]

Date: 2010-03-12 18:53:49

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

Is becoming a patent lawyer a good idea? :IQ Lawyers

Now, debate is intensifying among law-school academics over the integrity of law schools’ marketing campaigns. David Burcham, dean of Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, considered second-tier, says the school makes no guarantees to students that they will obtain jobs. OK, I have to interject right here. Did a dean of a law school basically say you could go through all the nonsense of getting into law school, law school, ethics exam, bar exam and you should not expect some sort of gainful employment after you are through? You might as well go to Las Vegas and put your tuition money on the [more...]

Date: 2010-03-20 05:21:22

The Legal Blotter » Blog Archive » The Center for Legal Studies: A ...

They currently offer Paralegal, Legal Nurse Consultant, Legal Secretary and many other programs through more than 100 institutions nationwide. Students are able to choose any one of the many prestigious schools that are partnered with the center. upon completion, certificates are issued from the students school of choice to market themselves toward gainful employment. The purpose of these courses is to provide a quick, effective and affordable method of entering a new career field. The mission of The Center for Legal Studies has never been more relevant than it is today. with unemployment [more...]

Date: 2010-02-06 15:15:10

Legal Assistant 101

Legal Assistant, or paralegal, is one of the fastest growing career tracks today. Legal Assistant, or paralegal, is one of the fastest growing career tracks today. More companies are favoring legal assistants over attorneys to keep overhead costs down. Even so, attorneys still account for hiring seven out of ten paralegals. Paralegals perform many of the same tasks as attorneys. They prepare for closings, hearings, trials and corporate meetings. A legal assistant will also research and investigate facts relevant to a case such as laws, judicial decisions and legal articles. They write [more...]

Date: 2010-04-16 06:51:17

Job training through vocational and certificate programs - Jobs ...

The most popular programs offered at the University of Washington are project management, critical infrastructure protection, paralegal studies, and emergency management, Koop said.  The UW programs are typically six to nine months long and include 90 hours of instruction plus homework."Our programs are quite vigorous," Koop said. "Our instructors tend to be experts who work in their field of study.  They are always on the cutting edge."To look at programs offered at UW, visit www.keeplearning.uw.edu. Online Vocational TrainingOffered in about 34 state colleges and 100s of other [more...]

Date: 2010-04-15 00:42:17

Sheep Submission: Timeslips + Chicago = Hell | The Collared Sheep ...

I lived in Chicago my first year out of college and it was hands-down, the worst year of my life. I moved to Chicago in the fall of 2002 to study improv, but somehow found myself working as a paralegal, barely doing comedy, hardly making enough money to pay my bills, and wading through a sea of depression. God knows the paralegal gig didn’t help the crippling depression part. I’m eager-to-please and hardworking. I tend to obey rules blindly and follow directions, so things at the law firm started off swimmingly. Each paralegal tallied his or her time using a program called Timeslips. [more...]

Date: 2010-03-24 16:56:46

Is Paralegal Education Necessary?

Paralegals help make lawyers look organized. They typically sort, prepare, photocopy, and index documents, while also interviewing witnesses or conducting hearings. Most beginning paralegals should have a bachelor's degree, according to the National Federation of Paralegal Associations (NFPA). Roughly 50 percent of paralegals do, with about 25 percent having two-year associates degrees. However, trends indicate that most potential employers expect entry-level paralegals to have a four-year college degree. Any additional training a paralegal might have, whether it be in medicine, [more...]

Date: 2010-04-16 08:53:23

How do you become a paralegal? | Paralegal Certificate Program

Filed under: college communtiy — Tags: albion college, college communtiy, college guys, college web site, comunity college, dean college, gaston college, money for college, new england college, tarrant county college, Universities — admin @ 8:30 PM My local community college does not offer a degree to become a paralegal, but they do offer a Legal Office Admin Option, can I just take this to become a paralegal?What are other ways to become a paralegal? If you say online please put the name of the online college…ThanksRelated posts:How to Become a ParalegalCan i become a paralegal through [more...]

Date: 2010-05-04 01:30:57

Solo Punished for Paying Paralegal a Percentage of Fees | Dirty ...

And her average compensation averaged about $28,750 per year, which seemed roughly in line with what a paralegal and secretary might earn anyway. Burger told the disciplinarians he didn’t know he was violating rules — a claim undercut by the fact that he paid through a third-party entity, the board said. Still, his unblemished record and his acknowledgement that he did wrong were mitigating factors. Anthony Fusco Jr., a personal injury lawyer in a similar case, In Re Fusco, 197 N.J. 428 (2009), received a three-month suspension for a more pervasive per-case compensation plan for [more...]

Date: 2010-03-15 15:57:20

Robin Abbott, candidate in the 93rd « VIVIAN J. PAIGE | All ...

She started her legal career 25 years ago as a paralegal, taking a class here and a class there as she took care of her three children, the eldest of whom is a special needs individual. That all changed when she had what she calls a life-altering experience in 1992. She became very ill and almost died three times. During her illness, the community took care of her family, making sure that they had food to eat and that the bills were paid. Upon recovery, she vowed to give back. Her three goals since then have been to complete law school, work in the community, and be involved in her [more...]

Date: 2009-04-06 14:26:44

» A Paralegal Program Online Offers You the Flexibility ...

An online paralegal program offers you exceptional tools so that you can obtain your certificate and be ready to go to work at your convenience.  Train in as little as 8 months, or take up to two years if you need to.  If you work a full time job, you may choose to train at night or on the weekends – or even in the middle of the night if it works for you!  Affordable tuition makes it easy for anyone to train for a fulfilling career.  You have the option of paying the entire tuition up front, or making small monthly payments that are interest free. You always want to make certain that [more...]

Date: 2010-04-19 16:43:07

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

I freelance in TV/Film Production. Would it be a good idea to work ...

So I went out to Hollywood for two years after graduation, worked a good amount on movie sets and at production companies and got some great experience. I couldn’t afford to live out there like a responsible bill-paying adult on just production work though (even with the bare minimum in lifestyle comforts). It was partially due to the economy, but everyone who was living okay had a side job. Most people were waiters and bartenders, but I don’t think that’s working out so well for alot of people. One of the things I plan to do while home is get trained in a higher paying skill that [more...]

Date: 2010-05-06 17:12:30

I freelance in TV/Film Production. Would it be a good idea to work ...

So I went out to Hollywood for two years after graduation, worked a good amount on movie sets and at production companies and got some great experience. I couldn’t afford to live out there like a responsible bill-paying adult on just production work though (even with the bare minimum in lifestyle comforts). It was partially due to the economy, but everyone who was living okay had a side job. Most people were waiters and bartenders, but I don’t think that’s working out so well for alot of people. One of the things I plan to do while home is get trained in a higher paying skill that could [more...]

Date: 2010-05-06 21:18:25

Attorney Faces Years for Immigration Fraud - Courthouse News Service

MANHATTAN (CN) - A former acting justice of New York State Supreme Court and a paralegal were convicted of immigration fraud and conspiracy for an "immigration fraud mill" they ran out of the attorney's office, federal prosecutors said. Attorney Salvador Collazo, 62, filed "hundreds of fraudulent applications" for immigration relief, with help from his paralegal, Dalia Preldakaj.      County courts in New York State are called Supreme Court. Collazo, a Bronx attorney, was a forming acting justice in New York County. He and his paralegal were convicted by a federal jury after a 14-day [more...]

Date: 2010-04-20 11:25:00

Legal Aid Paralegal Says Make Dying Wishes Known

A blog celebrating paralegals - and sharing a few cautionary tales Lynne DeVenny is a N.C. State Bar Certified Paralegal at Elliot Pishko Morgan P.A. in Winston-Salem, NC. She has over 20 years of work experience in plaintiffs' litigation and specializes in workers’ compensation and serious injury cases. She is the co-author with attorney J. Griffin Morgan of Workers’ Compensation Practice for Paralegals (Carolina Academic Press 2008). A huge fan of social media, she was thrilled to be included in OnlineBestCollege's "100 Top Twitter Feeds for Law Students". View my complete [more...]

Date: 2009-09-20 18:55:00

What are the limitations of using a paralegal for family court ...

Being unsatisfied with a previous attorney is a poor reason for trying to go without one, but if winning or losing, and to what degree, is irrelevant to you, by all means use a paralegal. In my 37 years as a lawyer, I have had cases in which the client wanted a particular outcome, and often withheld information to try to make sure of the outcome. Naturally, the client blamed me when the outcome was not what the client wanted. I never guess or predict what a judge or jury will do. It depends on State law, and you didn’t tell us where you are. Only a few States allow non-lawyers to provide [more...]

Date: 2010-04-07 06:08:01

CARPE DIEM: Turf War Smackdown: The AMA and MDs vs. DNPs

The assumption that an NP can be "equal" and there for practice independently with in a scope undifferentiated from mine is like getting a paralegal or a teachers aid to do 90% of your easy stuff. And by the way, you don't need an NP or and MD to diagnose a sprain. There is a lot of stuff you don't need any health care contact to manage. Paying an NP to care for the "easy" stuff is like paying a lawyer to fill out your taxes on turbo tax. You're wasting your money either way.   At 8/27/2009 6:54 PM, Dr. T said... Please remember that fewer than one-fourth of practicing physicians belong [more...]

Date: 2009-08-27 14:42:00

Attorney fees awards in California Family Law proceedings

Virtually all attorneys who work in California Family Law cases are aware of the fact that the Courts can order another party to pay their client’s attorney fees and costs. However, many are not aware that the Courts have the power to order that the other party to the proceeding pay a reasonable amount to allow a party who is “In Pro Per” to retain an attorney in a timely manner before proceedings in the matter go forward. The relevant statutes are contained in Chapter 3.5 of the California Family Code, sections 2030 through 2034. These statutes can be very useful when used in the right [more...]

Date: 2009-12-30 20:26:03

The Jobless Juris Doctor: ABA Posts Realities of School Debt and ...

Luckily with laid off workers in California I got the BOGW waiver so my ABA approved paralegal program was free. It took me one year to get my certificate and I don't regret it. I did learn a lot about how to draft complaints, pleadings, use BAJI and CACI and draft contracts. However, I keep searching for a legal assistant or paralegal position and I can't find ANYTHING! I went to an interview for a corporate paralegal position, but I lost the job to a UCLA law school graduate. The hiring partners felt bad that the JD was unemployed and had major student loans so they chose him over me. What [more...]

Date: 2010-03-22 18:47:00

Is Paralegal Education Necessary? - Finance students to their homes

Paralegals help make lawyers look organized. They typically sort, prepare, photocopy, and index documents, while also interviewing witnesses or conducting hearings. Most beginning paralegals should have a bachelor's degree, according to the National Federation of Paralegal Associations (NFPA). Roughly 50 percent of paralegals do, with about 25 percent having two-year associates degrees. However, trends indicate that most potential employers expect entry-level paralegals to have a four-year college degree. Any additional training a paralegal might have, whether it be in medicine, [more...]

Date: 2010-05-09 07:58:51

How do you become a paralegal?

My local community college does not offer a degree to become a paralegal, but they do offer a Legal Office Admin Option, can I just take this to become a paralegal? What are other ways to become a paralegal? If you say online please put the name of the online college… Thanks Comment from Quite. Time May 4, 2010 at 4:24 am Legal Office Admin is pretty much a Paralegal. It doesn’t hurt to have at least a Liberal Arts degree when looking for any job. The community college is a great place to get an Associates in General Education or Liberal Arts. These programs will almost always transfer [more...]

Date: 2010-05-04 03:30:57

Paralegal Services For Consumers

There are many reasons why you may need paralegal services. A legal assistant can help you prepare documents for divorce, visitation rights, child support, custody or paternity tests. They may also help you draw up the paperwork to adopt a child. They assist in preparing wills, prenuptial agreements, settling trusts or estates and granting guardianships. If you need attorney advice, a process server or an information packet, you can usually find it with a paralegal. These resourceful individuals are especially helpful if you’re trying to make heads or tails of your state lemon [more...]

Date: 2010-04-11 07:34:22

Motion to Vacate Default Judgment under Section 473.5 in ...

Substituted service to estranged wife’s parents’ address in action against husband and wife for breach of restaurant equipment lease was ineffective despite parents’ address appearing on her driver’s license where wife had established separate legal household.  See Zirbes v. Stratton (1986) 187 Cal.App.3d 1407, 1416-1417. And a plaintiff has to first attempt to personally serve a defendant with the summons and complaint before attempting substituted service, or any other form of what is called “constructive service” including service by publication. In order to qualify for relief [more...]

Date: 2010-03-16 21:33:34

Paralegal Schools

You can also consult the online paralegal schools. The online courses offer many advantages such as flexibility, timing, and reduced costs. Each course is completed credited towards the degree. A major advantage of online is that many schools pay for each individual course. . . You may have already discovered that schools and paralegal schools paralegal online very abundant, to say the least. So, I recommend you take a particular approach to their own school and training to choose from. If you plan to be in a formal setting compared to a classroom at the school of paralegal study online, it [more...]

Date: 2010-05-01 03:06:09

Unemployment edges down in March, still at record levels

"I've been here every day this week," said the 50-year-old certified paralegal, who was at the One-Stop Career Center Friday on Bill France Boulevard. Besides taking advantage of some of the free computer classes, she also had the chance to update her resume. McGilloway feels confident she will be able to land a job. "I'm a pretty positive person," she said. Terry Hardwick, who lost her job in customer service two years ago, also visited the center Friday. Hardwick, who moved here from Miami, said her unemployment benefits have run out, and her "landlord is not understanding." "No one [more...]

Date: 2010-04-18 01:14:00

Online History Degree - Find History Degree Online Colleges

Training in history also creates a strong intellectual foundation for people interested in advocacy, such as lawyers and paralegals, those who offer litigation support, legislative staffers, non-profit foundations and restoration contractors. Online History Degree Programs and Projected Salaries History majors have the important job of bringing the past to life, so that people can learn better techniques for the present and the future. Besides having an interesting career, The College Majors Handbook reports that a history major with a bachelor's degree enjoys an average salary of $45,900 [more...]

Date: 2009-07-11 00:00:00

My Paralegal Services for…… (Long Beach)

I am currently employed as a paralegal and I have over 10 years of experience in various areas of law. I can prepare divorce, bankruptcy, child support documents, and provide assistance with filing documents with court. I can prepare other documents as well, so tell me what you need assistance with. Some of the things I am looking for: * Interior room painting * Carpet cleaning * Gift cards * LCD TV 42” or larger * Make me an offer, I am very reasonable Please email me with details and/or leave your telehone number and I will contact you to discuss. Look forward to hearing from you. [more...]

Date: 2010-04-20 19:43:27

Tonight's Show: More Licensing Madness « John Stossel

The President of the Wisconsin Bar Association claims he's just looking out for consumers: "People can get hurt when individuals without proper training or oversight handle their legal matters." Give me a break.   The Bar Association boss represents lawyers' interests, and he  advances those by keeping low-cost competition out. Also, lots of licensed lawyers cheat people and make mistakes. One Connecticut lawyer  accumulated 44 complaints before the state revoked his license . In one of his cases, he cost his client $2,600 and crippled her credit rating by failing to pay a $900 tax [more...]

Date: 2010-03-11 16:27:12

What salary can an entry-level paralegal expect in Houston?

3 Responses to “What salary can an entry-level paralegal expect in Houston?” Comment from berhane_06 Time May 3, 2010 at 8:26 pm I would suggest going to salary wizard on the website salary.com and entering your educational information and experience. From there you will see if you qualify as a Paralegal I or II range. The link is provided. Comment from Karol Time May 3, 2010 at 8:56 pm I would suggest getting a degree in Paralegal Studies. And the amount depends on experience and the firm you are working for. Comment from Miss☆R Time May 3, 2010 at 9:17 pm You already have three [more...]

Date: 2010-05-03 19:34:28

Motion for change of venue in California « California Freelance ...

And if the fees are not paid within 30 days of service of notice of the transfer order the defendant may make a motion for dismissal of the case without prejudice. Code of Civil Procedure Section 399 states in pertinent part,  ”When the transfer is sought solely, or is ordered, because the action or proceeding was commenced in a court other than that designated as proper by this title, such costs and fees (including any expenses and attorney’s fees awarded defendant pursuant to Section 396b) shall be paid by the plaintiff before such transfer is made”. As stated previously the right [more...]

Date: 2010-02-05 20:33:34

AILA - Web Resources

About Cozen O'Connor Established in 1970, and ranked among the 100 largest law firms in the United States, Cozen O'Connor's 550 attorneys help clients manage risk and make better business decisions. The firm counsels clients on their most sophisticated legal matters in all areas of the law, including litigation, corporate and regulatory law. We represent a broad array of leading global corporations and ambitious middle market companies, and serve their needs through 24 offices across two continents. View all our jobs Experienced Business Immigration Paralegal sought, at least four years [more...]

Date: 2010-05-05 16:02:00

Paralegal/Case Coordinator

JOB CANDIDATE SPECIFICATIONS: Required Qualifications: Education Paralegal certification or equivalent legal experience is required. Experience 2-3 years experience in legal profession or equivalent experience is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and searching on the Internet. Strong experience working with databases with knowledge of database structure, interface and functionality. Experience with client contact or customer service is required. Knowledge/Skills/Ability Accurate data entry skills Ability to adapt in a changing work environment Analytical and [more...]

Date: 2010-04-25 00:50:33

bcc offers asap program to students who want to fast track to ...

March 27, 2007 | Bronx Community College Bronx, NY – Want to graduate in 2-3 years in a Bronx Community College Program that’s FREE if you are eligible? The City University of New York’s Accelerated Study in Associate Programs (ASAP) is an exciting new initiative that will enable students to earn their Associate’s degree quickly. Benefits of BCC Program: Save money! The program is FREE if you qualify for federal financial aid. If you only get partial tuition, the program will make up the difference. FREE textbooks (save $1,200-$1,500 per year). A laptop computer for the time you are [more...]

Date: 2007-03-27 14:08:30

Paralegal Job Outlook - Stagnant or Full Steam Ahead?

Some colleges and universities offer paralegal training as part of a four year course of study. Even more opportunities exist online and through correspondence courses. Research all your options and weed out the ones that just don't make sense for you. When you take time to look at all the training possibilities available, you will see that there is course work available to fit your time and budget constraints. Of course, even with training and certification as a paralegal, you will still have to get in sync with your boss, whether working for an individual attorney, a firm, or as a [more...]

Date: 2006-11-21 05:00:00

Ariz. Personal Income Drops Again - Phoenix News Story - KPHO Phoenix

PHOENIX -- Arizonans are making less money than they used to, according to statistics released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.Carol Webb of Glendale lost her job as a paralegal in December and is now learning to live on less."Every item I buy, I think twice," said Webb. "I cut coupons now, and I never used to. It's shelter and food as the two most important priorities."Webb met with a business networking group in the West Valley Friday and quickly found she's not the only one making less money than she did last year.New national statistics on personal income have just been released, [more...]

Date: 2010-04-10 02:55:36

Johns Hopkins – Edward St. John Department of Real Estate Program ...

After a 4-year hiatus in which I worked as a writer and a paralegal, I started working for a commercial real estate research company in an analyst role, then transitioned into a management role. At the beginning of 2008, I went to work as a Federal Contractor as a Realty Specialist for the Farm Service Agency. This most recent experience gave me firsthand knowledge of the GSA’s principles and practices regarding how they handle their real property issues. What other programs did you look at besides Johns Hopkins and why did you choose Johns Hopkins over the other programs? I didn’t [more...]

Date: 2009-04-30 01:49:47

E-discovery - does anybody really know what it is? - Ernie The ...

Key decisions have to be made about how to organize and filter electronic information.  Paralegals are wonderful people, but they shouldn't be primarily responsible for making important decisions about how to handle discovery.  Well, sadly, in some cases maybe they should. Consider the observations about modern discovery that a young legal professional sent me recently by E-mail:I just happened to read your weblog entry about e-discovery and couldn't agree more about its importance .... It's actually the big thing on my mind right now. I'm working at a firm right now helping sort through a [more...]

Date: 2005-06-30 10:14:00

How can I find a Paralegal position with a degree and no experience?

I have an Associates degree in paralegal and I did a 10 week unpaid internship at a place that wasn’t hiring but needed the extra help. I can’t find any openings requiring anything less than 3 years experience. I can’t do another internship because I have to get money and I currently have a full-time job doing office work. I want to find a paralegal job to make more money and provide more for my two kids. Can anyone help me? Like this post? Subscribe to my RSS feed and get loads [more...]

Date: 2010-05-05 14:41:01

How much does a first year criminal justice paralegal make a year ...

Home Articles Bookstore Book Reviews Forms & Checklists Paralegal Profiles Blog Carole Bruno Paralegals.USLegal.com is maintained by Carole Bruno, a Paralegal for over 35 years. Legal Secretary's Standard Desk Book Information and Resources Associations Paralegal Schools Online Paralegal Schools News and Events Certification Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Legal Resources/Links Legal Resources Legal Links Celia's Legal Links Suzann Dry's Legal Resources Paralegal Blogs Paralegal Groups Newsletter Join Paralegals Newsletter Over 17000 Members. Newsletter Want to [more...]

Date: 2010-01-20 05:20:51

Vicki Voisin - The Paralegal Mentor with Paralegal Career ...

She is a tireless promoter of the paralegal profession who heads the Pacific Northwest Paralegal Association (PNPA), an affiliate of NALA. Sandra received the 2009 NALA Affiliated Associations Outstanding Contributions Award for her work with PNPA. Most notable are Sandra's successful efforts to increase the membership of that association. Thanks, Sandra! 1. Where do you work and what is your job title? In July 2009 I celebrated my two year anniversary at Barran Liebman, LLP, a labor and employment law firm where I am a litigation paralegal. 2. What prompted you to choose a paralegal career? [more...]

Date: 2009-12-15 02:11:00

What do lawyers look for when hiring a paralegal? | Newzinc.com

I am about to go to school for paralegal studies and want to know what lawyers are specifically looking for. I am a paralegal and they look for organization, knowledge of basic law ie never give legal advice..of course you no that, Some knowledge of what law you will be working at, typing ability, if you have done a brief or other docs make sure you bring them as samples, Remember it is your job to make your attorney look good, of course you screw up it is the attorney that gets the grief not you…always make them look good! They look for honesty, work ethic, personality and I found that [more...]

Date: 2010-05-08 09:26:47

NFPA 2006 Salary Survey

NFPA has released their 2006 Salary Survey (click here). The survey has some positive information regarding the strides that paralegal profession has made and continues to make. IPA wishes everyone a safe, happy, and prosperous new [more...]

Date: 2006-12-30 00:46:00

Paralegal duties?

I graduated in 2007 from a community college and my major was paralegal studies. I got a job a few months after and was the worst mistake i ever made. It was so boring i was counting the hours until i got to leave. I ended up only working for 1 mo. and the boss fired me over the phone. Funny thing is they never trained me in so i didn’t know how to put the things i learned from college to real life use. When i did make a mistake my boss and his "assistant" would bite my head off. It is not creative, you have to do it by the book or the way your boss wants it done. You would be looking at [more...]

Date: 2010-04-06 08:38:44

Personal Branding: 5 Things To Do Now

This guest article appeared in the February 4, 2010 issue of Paralegal Strategies. It was submitted by Brian Haberly RP, a Corporate and Securities Paralegal who resides in Seattle, WA where he is the President of the Washington State Paralegal Association (WSPA). What is Personal Branding?Personal Branding is the term used to describe how we market ourselves to others. It is how we set ourselves apart from the crowd. Whether you know it or not, you have a unique brand and it may be working for you or against you. Right or wrong, it is human nature to judge others, and most often those [more...]

Date: 2010-02-11 12:09:00

How Much Money Does a Paralegal Make? | Whats My Income?

Salaries are determined based on many factors: education, training, experience, the type and size of employer and the location of the job. Those who work for smaller firms or in less densely populated regions tend to make less based on earnings for their company. Paralegals who work for larger law firms or in large cities earn more. Top earning paralegal positions tend toward working for law firms on projects related to contracts, product liability, and intellectual property. On the corporate end of the spectrum, high earning paralegals were employed to handle work related to mergers and [more...]

Date: 2010-03-27 22:58:50

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