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The Pros and Cons of Going Solo vs. Large Firm

Paralegal Bootcamp

I hear about the low incoming wages for new legal assistants, and yes, someone at Chick-Fil-A might indeed make a larger hourly wage than a new, incoming paralegal. Looking back to 2020 information, the mean hourly wages for Paralegals and Legal Assistants was $27.22 See Paralegals and Legal Assistants (bls.gov).

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Paralegal Roles in Other Countries

Paralegal Bootcamp

With this being the case, we focus on a variety of paralegal, legal assistant, and administrative assistant legal positions in our home country. One job posting I found, for example, was for a corporation looking to hire an Assistant Juridique for more administrative tasks. Education/Certification.

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Is It Time to Steal One of Those Surprising Job Titles?

The Estrin Report

Legal Assistant Support (formerly Legal Assistant ). Support Assistant (Legal Assistant ). Vibe Manager – Administrative Assistant. Director Talent Procurement. Director Talent Strategy. Performance Consultant. SVP Global Talent & Culture. Talent Champion. TRANSFORMATION.

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Getting the Most Out of Your Paralegal Internship

Paralegal Bootcamp

I accepted a full-time offer after graduating from a legal assistant program in Canada. Brett is an administrative assistant at a law firm in Alberta, Canada. Either way, you gained paralegal skills , professional connections, and valuable experience to list on your resume. That should not be considered a loss.

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How to Gain a Certification with the MyCAA Scholarship

Blackstone Career Institute

Medical Office Assistant (Certified Medical Administrative Assistant – CMAA) Individuals in this field ensure a streamlined process is followed in the medical office. They answer phone calls, update electronic medical records, schedule appointments, coordinate lab tests and hospital transfers, and more.

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5 Intriguing Virtual Programs for Adult Learners

Blackstone Career Institute

Legal Assistant/Paralegal The online Legal Assistant/Paralegal Program at Blackstone Career Institute offers a comprehensive education for aspiring legal assistants. Here are five career training programs you can pursue with just a high school diploma or GED.

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Get Certified in Your Gap Year

Blackstone Career Institute

Legal Assistant/Paralegal Blackstone’s Legal Assistant/Paralegal Program can be completed within 6-12 months on average. Upon completion of the program, Blackstone covers the cost to sit for the Certified Paralegal (CP®) exam given by the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA).