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10 Things Attorneys Look For in a Paralegal

Paralegal Bootcamp

Things Attorneys Look For In a Paralegal. Do you want to know what things attorneys look for in a paralegal? The easiest way to find out what attributes and skills your attorney values the most is to ask them. The easiest way to find out what attributes and skills your attorney values the most is to ask them.

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I Was Interviewed by a Paralegal Student

Paralegal Bootcamp

I had an interesting inquiry from a paralegal student as part of her class where she asked if she could interview me. Kristy Medo is a paralegal student at Madison Area Technical College in the ABA-approved fast-track program. These attorneys were hesitant to hire them and went into the program kicking and screaming.

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Paralegal Schools Forget to Mention These Things

Paralegal Bootcamp

That would also help you figure out whether you want to use your paralegal certificate working in a law firm or look at alternative options for paralegal careers. Here are five things that new paralegal students should consider if they are choosing a paralegal career path. Prefer to Listen Instead?

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Don’t Work For Free in These 3 Key Areas During Your Paralegal Career

Paralegal Bootcamp

I’m giving it to a non-profit organization that benefits its members – paralegals and paralegal students. Whatever the paralegal association charges for it, that money goes back into their association to benefit local paralegals. Now, you might say, “Wait a minute, Ann. You’re giving away your time for free!”

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Hear v. Listen

Legal Research is Easy

Of course, this brings to my attention a conversation I had with an attorney who I was talking to the other day. I noticed that attorney was drifting off and pointedly asked him, "hey, are you even listening?!" If I wanted to be ignored, I'd talk to a bunch of paralegal students. No, sorry, darling, I wasn't listening.'

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Top 5 Legal Writing Tips for Paralegals

How To Become A Paralegal

Since I’ve taught Legal Research and Writing for paralegals, worked in the legal field for more than a decade, and now work as a professional writer, I thought it would be prudent to provide paralegals and paralegal students with my list of top 5 legal writing tips. Present Your Position in Active Voice.

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Why Writing Skills are Necessary for Paralegals

Paralegal Mentor

Paralegals and paralegal students often have difficulty developing their writing skills to the level expected in the legal industry. Legal professionals rely heavily on both verbal and written communication, so writing skills are essential for both lawyers, paralegals, and legal secretaries.