Locating a Paralegal Internship (or the Search for Hidden Treasure)

Paralegal programs that provide internships for their students offer an invaluable service, although there are many positives to locating an internship on your own. Seeking a paralegal internship gives students an early start on the development of their resumes, as well as hones their job search skills and expands their professional networks. The search itself may be challenging, but really earning that first internship will feel as exciting as finding buried treasure. The search for an internship would be simple if law firms advertised for interns, but very few firms do. “Cold-calling” [more...]

Date: 2010-04-25 11:02:22

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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

NEW YORK PARALEGAL BLOG: Locating a Paralegal Internship (or the ...

Seeking a paralegal internship gives students an early start on the development of their resumes, as well as hones their job search skills and expands their professional networks. The search itself may be challenging, but really earning that first internship will feel as exciting as finding buried treasure. The search for an internship would be simple if law firms advertised for interns, but very few firms do. "Cold-calling" law firms does not give you much of an opportunity to sell yourself, as you will rarely get further than the front desk person who answers the phone. Serious applicants [more...]

Date: 2010-04-25 05:11:00

Essential Skills for Paralegal Success | Criminal Justice School Guide

If you are a paralegal or are thinking about becoming one, make sure you master this list of top skills you will need for a successful career. They may seem pretty simple, but if you are going to be a paralegal you need to be really good in these areas: Teamwork. Since it is illegal for paralegals to practice law on their own, teamwork is inevitable. Paralegals must need to be able to work successfully with a team of other paralegals and lawyers as a basic part of their job. Communication. Paralegals serve as a liaison between lawyers, clients, experts, vendors, the opposing counsel, and [more...]

Date: 2010-04-12 13:00:42

Paralegal Questions?

There are no paralegals in my area, and also no programs(except online certifications, one of which is Blackstone Career Institute). I have an A.A already and would like to get my B.A, is there any “general” degrees maybe a liberal arts degree I could get to help instead of certificate? Can you tell me more about the profession, the hours, and everything? Thanks, God bless! Comment from jannsody Time April 30, 2010 at 10:45 am The only information that I was told awhile ago was that paralegals generally need a bachelor’s degree in ’something’. I’m sure a certificate program [more...]

Date: 2010-04-30 10:41:42

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

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

How To Decide If You Really Want To Become A Paralegal | life ...

You may be thinking about becoming a paralegal, but are not entirely sure if it is the right field for you.  Before you make the commitment to take on this intense course of study, how can you know for certain that it is what you will want to do?  There are some questions which you can ask yourself beforehand, that will help you to get a clearer view of this line of work and will also help you to make the decision as to whether or not it is the field that you wish to pursue.Logically, becoming a paralegal should first include a significant amount of interest in the legal field.  Although [more...]

Date: 2010-05-08 07:07:41

How To Decide If You Really Want To Become A Paralegal

You may be thinking about becoming a paralegal, but are not entirely sure if it is the right field for you.  Before you make the commitment to take on this intense course of study, how can you know for certain that it is what you will want to do?  There are some questions which you can ask yourself beforehand, that will help you to get a clearer view of this line of work and will also help you to make the decision as to whether or not it is the field that you wish to pursue.Logically, becoming a paralegal should first include a significant amount of interest in the legal field.  Although [more...]

Date: 2010-05-03 20:41:48

average starting paralegal salary

Do you think you want to be a paralegal? If you’re are practicing law, Paralegal career is a good choice Take a look at the real world stepping back before you enter this job. paralegal salary ranges are high, which is nice but make sure this is something you honestly want to go into. You will not want to spend time doing the training if it is something that you will not like doing. Let’s take a closer view of this career and what it provides. It can be very exciting and satisfying to be a paralegal. Delusions of being an Erin Brocovitch may force you to enter into this field What do you [more...]

Date: 2010-02-16 10:21:58

The Estrin Report: "Job satisfaction is high in the paralegal field"

Another gem of an article from LawCrossing which reports very good news for paralegals:"Many paralegals entering the workforce these days have high expectations. Steady salary increases, expanded workplace challenges, and broad benefits packages all contribute to robust paralegal employment opportunities and job satisfaction. "The paralegal profession is hailed as being one of the fastest-growing industries of the 2000s, and according to an NFPA compensation and benefits survey, paralegals seem to enjoy their work. Nearly half of those surveyed rated their job satisfaction as high or very [more...]

Date: 2007-05-31 02:02:51

Growing Demand for Paralegals: Get Degrees ®

Donna Patterson, a paralegal with Cantey Hanger LLP, who has been a paralegal studies instructor at the University of Texas at Arlington since 2002, said the paralegal program at UT-Arlington has seen a growing increase in student enrollment. The basics of a paralegal’s job description is to assist attorneys. Otherwise, job duties change depending on what type of law a paralegal focuses on, how many attorneys they work for, and what type of firm the paralegal works in. Paralegals also spend a large amount of time researching evidence and preparing documents and information for the [more...]

Date: 2009-06-08 18:39:01

The Importance of Paralegal Work

The field of Paralegal is no more confided to limited options of jobs but since the law profession is so varied itself, the students with a paralegal degree also have a number of choices to consider. It educates you for a lot of different jobs within like you work in an attorney office, government agency, a corporate law department or a financial organization. If you think law is your thing and you want to edge out the extra competition then you should get a college degree for yourself in paralegal studies. There are many colleges and vocational schools that give you such college degrees. A [more...]

Date: 2010-02-22 16:02:01

Paralegal job description

The question raised that whether you are going down the paralegal path. If you’re are practicing law, Paralegal career is a good choice First take a look at the real world and then enter into this job. paralegal salary ranges are high, which is nice but make sure this is something you honestly want to go into. You do not want to waste time to get your training to see that this is not something you enjoy doing. Let’s take a closer view of this career and what it provides. It can be very exciting and satisfying to be a paralegal. You should not enter this field with the illusion of being a [more...]

Date: 2010-04-14 21:53:45

Paralegal Duties

Besides this, it is mandatory for the candidate to pass the Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) exam conducted by the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA). Effective communication skills are of prime importance as the paralegals have to deal with different types of people of diverse backgrounds. Paralegal Salary Range Working as assistants to the lawyers is enriching experience for any learner and so the prospective paralegals must take maximum advantage of the opportunity and learn the skills of this field. The paralegal salary range for the lowest 15% of the legal assistants are [more...]

Date: 2010-03-09 06:00:29

Paralegal Average Salary – What Determines It?

Learn what is expected to be gained from this race in terms of average salary paralegal can be done while in the training process. Therefore, to obtain better employment opportunities as such, some students considering this job can enroll in a certification program for paralegal paralegal real undergo training that can help them negotiate the payment terms in the future ( for better paralegal average wage) after they have been given the certification of training received. The average paralegal salary is not good at first, even after completing a certification program or course. However, there [more...]

Date: 2010-03-24 13:35:03

Work As A Paralegal For Good Pay

You can earn good money as a paralegal. It is a challenging environment but you will make a good income once you become certified to work as a paralegal and get some good experience. You have to attend college and get at the minimum a [more...]

Date: 2010-04-05 09:21:56

Paralegal Jobs – The Good Aspect Of Undergraduate Online Education ...

Undergraduate online education has gained maximum acceptance by both government and corporate bonds, organizations around the world. First degree is the necessary condition to always be lucrative jobs in industry fortune, and none governmental organizations (NGOs). Undergraduate degree education is the gateway to your professional success, so if you do not go with traditional college or university to get your accounts, you will have the option of obtainingthe same quality, tested and recognized credentials through distance learning programs. Online learning courses you can study without being [more...]

Date: 2010-04-23 12:31:50

Jobs

Looking for a paralegal who has good people skills, is organized and is a self-starter for cutting edge legal work. Hourly salary but no benefits. Flexible hours. Local Five Towns Legal Office. If interested, please contact locallawjob@gmail.com with resume and short letter.     JOBOFF:  Programmer Posted by: "mgisser@nydesign.com" mgisser@nydesign.com   marshallgisser Fri Apr 16, 2010 8:42 am (PDT) Reliable, experienced and knowledgeable programmer to create solid coding for various functions, including Flash-based donations, shopping cart for HTML/ASP sites, and more. Please have the [more...]

Date: 2010-04-20 18:05:00

The Empowered Paralegal » Blog Archive » Kopyto Canadian Challenge ...

My post regarding a legal challenge to paralegal regulation by the Law Society in Ontario received a pingback from none other than harrykopyto.ca. Harry is challenging the legality of that regulation in the context of the regulators denial of his request to be licensed based on his “lack of good character.” In my previous post I saw the issue in terms of the choices that have to be made in balancing the increased access to justice that can be provided by paralegals and the need to provide protection to the same public that needs that access to justice. The challenge itself posits the [more...]

Date: 2010-04-15 09:45:03

PARALEGAL STUDY THROUGH The DISTANCE LEARNING

While many traditional colleges and universities now offer distance learning programs, there are many find schools which deal only in this type of education.  If you are thinking about doing your paralegal program through distance learning, it is a good idea to consider some facts in advance.You may be one of the many people who will consider distance learning to be the answer to your further-education dilemmas, especially in regard to time and expense.  Distance learning will be quite a relief to you in both aspects not only can you work around your own time-frame, distance learning will [more...]

Date: 2010-04-29 19:01:51

"university of miami launches new online paralegal program in spanish"

Good news for paralegals wanting to add add another language. This course is expensive -- $6,995! -- although the fee includes all books and materials: "Coral Gables, FL.--(HISPANIC PR WIRE - BUSINESS WIRE)--April 2, 2007--The University of Miami is launching a new online Paralegal Studies Program in Spanish, geared to reach Spanish-language speakers worldwide. "Because the program deals exclusively with the U.S. legal system, students are required to have a working knowledge of English. However, all instruction is conducted in Spanish, including exercises and examinations. Students [more...]

Date: 2007-04-04 17:54:06

Online Paralegal Degree, Good Job Prospects for Paralegals

Motivated students can get highly respected paralegal degrees online while holding down their current jobs and taking care of their families. In addition, accredited online paralegal degrees are eligible for financial aid from the … View post: Online Paralegal Degree, Good Job Prospects for [more...]

Date: 2010-01-04 19:19:56

Why You Should Become A Paralegal? Reasons

b) Paralegal job service is one of the best growing fields of service in United States of America & Canada and this particular trend is predicted to continue a long way! c) Paralegal personals have infinite profession expansion potential. d) They always get the golden opportunity to work openly with upcoming clients. e) Paralegals work on a broad diversity of coursework and get the best prospect to learn about the legal occupation. f) Paralegals are clever enough to work independently on their own. g) A good paralegal helps citizens who call for legal representation in order to defend their [more...]

Date: 2009-10-24 09:40:00

The Paralegal Certificate Program

Some offers the paralegal certificate program upon completion of the Introduction to Law for Paralegals, Legal Research and Writing, Civil Procedure, Torts, Contract Law, and Criminal Law and Procedure. Although it varies from institution to institution paralegal certificate program should be based on the paralegal certificate program approved by the American Bar Association ABA. A grade not lower than C should also be maintained to attain the paralegal degree. Admission depends on the institution offering paralegal certificate program. Some recommend a bachelors degree or at least completing [more...]

Date: 2009-12-20 19:27:09

Paralegal/legal secretary?

Comment from Busybake Time April 24, 2010 at 6:05 am Call your local bar association and ask what they prefer. Comment from linda f Time April 24, 2010 at 6:34 am The American Bar Association should have a list of approved programs for your state. Comment from VicSEO Time April 24, 2010 at 7:18 am The opportunities for a paralegal really depends on the specialty. The most in demand paralegals are those in the litigation field; followed by corporate paralegals who are responsible for maintaining corporate records, articles of incorporation, etc. While the “least” markeable [but the [more...]

Date: 2010-04-24 05:16:53

I'm considering getting a paralegal certificate?

ive recently graduated from a community college w/ an associates i Humanities, im planning on transfering it to a BA program. im thinking about being an attorny in the future, but i need to find a job that pays more then $8/hr im hella broke!! do any employers hire people as paralegals with only an associates in liberal arts and train them on the job, or do i need to take a certificate program? would it make sence to start working as a paralegal to prepare for a future carreer as an attorny? thanks for your help! Comment from Steve in Kansas City Time May 3, 2010 at 6:45 am Yes, many [more...]

Date: 2010-05-03 06:32:15

Paralegal Duties – The Job Description Of A Paralegal Assistant

Conducting legal research and factual research are some other duties that are included in the job profile of a paralegal. Although many duties of these legal assistants are similar to those of the lawyers, there is a broad distinction in the duty of the two professionals. While the lawyers can represent the case in the court, set legal fees or offer legal advice, a paralegal has no authority to carry out these tasks. Last but not the least, your educational qualification and knowledge in the legal field is a great determiner of your career prospects and salary as a paralegal. Apart from [more...]

Date: 2010-04-08 14:30:49

Good On-line Bachelor and Masters Paralegal Programs? | Paralegal ...

One Response to “Good On-line Bachelor and Masters Paralegal Programs?” Comment from redgator40 Time May 9, 2010 at 11:46 am don’t need a master’s. not even sure they offer it. might as well go to law school at that point. i don’t think any good schools offer this program online. google [more...]

Date: 2010-05-09 11:32:58

Advantages of Getting Paralegal Certificate Programs

What are the advantages of pursuing any of the paralegal certificate programs? As a paralegal or legal assistant, you can work in private and public sectors. Other than private legal firms, you can work in insurance companies and health care organizations. Prosecutor and attorney offices are public sector places that offer jobs to paralegals. Due to such flexibility, a paralegal can work in many types of public and private sectors. It is common to find paralegals in corporate legal departments, private law firms, professional trade associations and large banks. In the case of public sector, [more...]

Date: 2010-05-05 01:57:08

How is the job market for paralegals during the recession? « Jobs

Miami Herald: Florida's job market got ice cold during the recession ...Miami Herald: Florida's job market got ice cold during the recession December 22nd, 2009 ... included medical assistants, nuclear power plant operators, paralegals ...Recession Job Search | How to find a job during recessionJob hunting during recession is not an easy job. ... Paralegal: Paralegal Jobs, Paralegal Degree ... The job market outside London is still mired in recession, Britain ’s biggest ...Should You Become a Paralegal in a Recession? - Community College ...... job market. Specifically, paralegals ... [more...]

Date: 2010-04-01 22:01:41

Paralegal Degree | CollegeInfoPro.com

Who are Paralegals? Paralegals or legal assistants are assistants of lawyers who help them prepare for trails, hearings, corporate meetings and closings. A paralegal either has certification or a degree in legal studies though it may not be mandatory for some employers. They work mainly for law firms, corporate legal departments or government agencies. Paralegals can be assigned with many tasks like research of laws and judicial decision related to a particular case, organizing documents and preparing reports for an attorney on a particular case, preparing documents and pleading and [more...]

Date: 2010-05-07 02:13:57

How can I tell which online college is legit (Paralegal)?

godoompah March 8th, 2010 on 1:36 pm the only real way to get a degree is to go to a real school and work hard like everyone else. If it sounds to easy to be true, it is! matt March 8th, 2010 on 3:03 pm Ask them one simple question – are you “regionally accredited” to give bachelor’s degrees in paralegal or not. Yes or no. If they say “no” or they waffle and try to tell you that being “regionally accredited” is not important, then run away as fast as you can, they are bogus. I think you should look into programs at your local community college. They are more [more...]

Date: 2010-03-08 13:29:40

Providing Critical Legal Services With Paralegal Studies Careers ...

Many schools in the usa give you a paralegal studies degree program to arrange students for several exciting legal careers. The legal studies or paralegal degree program: What do things students learn? Besides English reading and writing courses, many paralegal studies programs require students to look at specific classes in legal research and legal writing. Since the career opportunities for paralegals and paralegals have grown diverse, many legal programs require students to review several instances law. Many schools offer career placement ways for students completing a paralegal studies or [more...]

Date: 2010-05-07 14:19:33

I would like to know is a career as a paralegal good for preparing ...

To get a job as a paralegal, you will need at least an associate’s degree and probably a bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies (which will be fine when you go to law school since you need a bacehlor’s degree). Then, you’ll start out at the bottom and the only way to learn is to take a low-paying job and you would probably need to be a paralegal for a few years before you think you have learned enough to help you prepare for a career as an attorney. But, on the other hand, it is a good "in" at the law firm that you would be working at. You can continue to work there during the days [more...]

Date: 2010-04-12 10:31:11

Pro Se Litigants, Representing Yourself In Court: How To Work With ...

At the end of the day, paralegal services are a good fit for a certain group of people. Couples who can agree on how they will parent their children and split their assets can utilize a paralegal to complete the divorce documents. Furthermore, the use of a paralegal saves everyone time and money. “It’s a very simple process for anybody who wants to get a divorce, legal separation or annulment,” Wishart said. It is, however, important to understand that not all states allow paralegals the same rights in terms of filling out documents and assisting clients, Therkildsen said. To learn more [more...]

Date: 2009-09-21 23:04:00

Michelle Castañeda—Sunrider International's December 2009 Employee ...

Michelle, a Senior Paralegal in our Legal Department, graduated from UCLA with a B.A. in Political Science where she also obtained her paralegal certificate. Her positive attitude, good sense of humor, and great multitasking ability has made Michelle a vital Legal team member during her 10 years with Sunrider. Michelle specializes in corporate law and is primarily involved in the formation, compliance, and maintenance of Sunrider’s ever growing number of domestic and international companies. With dozens of legal entities to service and monitor annually, her outstanding organizational [more...]

Date: 2010-01-28 00:53:00

california paralegal requirements

California is one of a few states which regulate their paralegals . On Jauary 1, 2001, Business and Professions Code 6450 necame effective. (formerly Assembly Bill AB 1761 was signed by Governor Gray Davis on 9/14/00). This section regulates Paralegals, defines the term "paralegal", and sets forth the "academic training" required. The new law requires "a certificate of completion of a paralegal program at, or a degree from a post-secondary institution that requires the successful completion of a minimum of 24 semester, or equivalent, units in law-related courses and that has been accredited [more...]

Date: 2005-05-09 16:09:00

PARALEGAL STUDY THROUGH DISTANCE LEARNING « Degrees Line

While many traditional colleges and universities now offer distance learning programs, there are many find schools which deal only in this type of education.  If you are thinking about doing your paralegal program through distance learning, it is a good idea to consider some facts in advance.You may be one of the many people who will consider distance learning to be the answer to your further-education dilemmas, especially in regard to time and expense.  Distance learning will be quite a relief to you in both aspects not only can you work around your own time-frame, distance learning will [more...]

Date: 2010-05-09 02:47:34

Paralegal Salaries Continue to Rise | paralegal jobs

A recent survey conducted by Legal Assistant Today magazine showed that not only start, the salaries of paralegals continue to increase, but paralegals will continue to be issued each year has increased by over 3% per year. While 3% does not seem like much in today’s economy, it is very good. The same magazine reported in early paralegal salary was more than $ 100,000 per year! Of course, the salaries of paralegals are high for good reasons. It is a difficult task that requires patience and dedication. You also need the skills and education. This is a good thing, because if you if what you [more...]

Date: 2010-03-30 01:12:04

TCRP Expands Prisoner Rights Program to Univ. of Houston Law ...

We are also pleased to have Rebecca Keeling join us in Austin as a prisoners’ rights paralegal. Rebecca has done considerable freelance writing and editing, and international studies abroad, including in The Netherlands and Nicaragua. She graduated from Sarah Lawrence College, with concentrations in communication and economic development. Before coming to TCRP, Rebecca was involved with the Texas death penalty abolition movement and with Books Through Bars, a program for people in jail. She founded $pread Magazine and spent the last five years as Editor-in-Chief. And we are very glad to [more...]

Date: 2008-09-26 02:54:23

Huronia Business Times Newspaper – Landlord Legal In the News ...

Welcome to the Ontario Landlord Association for Small Business Landlords This site is specifically designed for landlords of all types. Whether you rent a single apartment, or are managing an entire portfolio this site provides the latest documents, opinions and in-sights in to the issues that affect you and your business! Network with top Ontario professionals Get advice from experienced landlords Learn how the law and the "system" really works Need help?The best in the business are here Take part in landlord activities, social events. A chance to "get involved!" This is an on-line [more...]

Date: 2010-03-16 19:13:40

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

ICC LAW: New Lawyers Equal New Opportunities for Paralegals. Let's ...

Call it certification, licensing, whatever you want, but it seems to me that the time is right for either the Illinois Supreme Court or the state legislature to take a good look at recognizing the Paralegal profession as one that has become established as very viable and valuable participant in the practice of law. Recently I've been part of a renewed conversation on this topic.  While some of the motivation appears to be the status of the state budget, the reality is, in my opinion, that we've reached a point in time where the Paralegal profession deserves to be recognized.  As with [more...]

Date: 2010-05-06 13:57:00

how do i check the reputation of a paralegal training school?

How do I check the reputation of a paralegal training school? I’m considering a career change, at age 48, to become a paralegal. I found a local training school called the Paralegal Institute of Washington, DC (PIW). PIW’s website states that they are “a licensed higher-education learning center, committed to training paralegals.” The site also states that all legal classes are taught by seasoned lawyers, and that claim is backed up by the detailed resumes of each one. Is there any other way to check out the reputation of this school — or other paralegal training schools for that [more...]

Date: 2008-09-03 10:51:29

On Line Paralegal Studies - Cavite Philippines Pride Of Filipinos

Below is a comprehensive or let me say, a good resource of Online Paralegal Studies that may help you out in your quest into the On Line Paralegal Studies. Paralegal Studies - Online Paralegal Certification Programs Image Credit: www.gwu.edu American Institute For Paralegal Studies AIPS http://www.americanparalegal.edu/ Nationally Accredited Online Paralegal Training National Paralegal College NPC http://nationalparalegal.edu/ Browse Online Paralegal Degrees http://www.elearners.com/online-degrees/paralegal.htm Paralegal & Legal Services Degree and Programs [more...]

Date: 2010-04-23 02:39:00

bankruptcy paralegal jobs

If I need a lawyer or paralegal service to the Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a relatively simple? I have the new laws reseached bankruptcy, and I know all about the schedule I and J schedule filing requirements. My case is fairly straightforward (only credit card debt) and I make less than the state Median. I do not want to pay a lawyer $ 1,000, but I want the job done right the first time. What should I do? If you are looking to file bankruptcy yourself, you need to be smart and not making mistakes. The new bankruptcy law have much more complex login to insolvency. If you could do no wrong in [more...]

Date: 2010-04-20 18:11:50

Paralegal Courses

In addition to the nuts and bolts of legal assistance, our paralegal courses will introduce you to the world of paralegal ethics. Confidentiality, disclosure, conflict of interest: these topics and more are covered extensively. A good paralegal is one who understands all these things, and can immediately bring their skills to the table upon employment. When you are employed, you’ll get plenty of office-specific training, so it’s essential that you know the basics. The Legal Assisting program at our site will prepare you for the legal world at large. Last 5 posts in Business [more...]

Date: 2010-02-02 15:18:42

How to Become a Certified Paralegal

More schooling is always better when it comes to searching for a certified paralegal position. Once the program is decided upon, there is going to be a great deal of study in order to complete the courses. A paralegal is going to need to have a working knowledge of the law and the terminology that goes with it. Some may need to do an internship with a law office before they can start applying for jobs and before they are certified. While it can take some time to get a paralegal certification, the end result is going to be worth it. There are many ways a paralegal can make a good living. [more...]

Date: 2010-03-31 22:36:08

paralegal » Blog Archive » Nanotechnology – good career choice

Nanotechnology – good career choice. Author: tummadamon. All of us have experienced that the present length scale in millimeters per day down from the 1950 atomic scale. We have all seen the benefits of nanotechnology in the … See original here: paralegal » Blog Archive » Nanotechnology – good career [more...]

Date: 2010-04-25 12:24:24

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