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The Role of a Criminal Law Paralegal

Paralegal Bootcamp

I have been in the legal field for over 30 years and a paralegal going on eight years. So, what are the things we do that get YOU thinking this could be the best career decision you make as a Criminal Law Paralegal? The following is a broad description of what a Criminal Paralegal does (whether defense or prosecution). .);

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What I Learned in Paralegal School vs On The Job

Paralegal Bootcamp

Legal Research and Writing In my first year of studying Paralegal Studies, my school provided us with Westlaw/LexisNexis (legal research software) that we used for legal research purposes. which provided me with a comprehensive understanding of the legal system and procedures. GET ACCESS 3.

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A Certificate in Legal Research to Advance in Your Paralegal Career

Blackstone Career Institute

A Certificate in Legal Research to Advance in Your Paralegal Career Legal research is a fundamental skill for any paralegal, enabling them to support attorneys, draft documents, and ensure that all legal proceedings are well-informed and accurate.

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5 Top legal podcasts in the UK you should be listening to

SimplyLawJobs

People of all ages listen to podcasts on topics they feel interested in, which includes legal topics. Whether you’re a law student, a paralegal, or a solicitor with years of experience, listening to a legal podcast that suits your interests can be extremely beneficial, and fun. 1) UK Law Weekly. legal stories.

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Genetic paparazzi are right around the corner, and courts aren’t ready to confront the legal quagmire of DNA theft

LLRX

And when they do, they are going to run squarely into the limitations of existing legal frameworks when it comes to genetics. While courts have for the most part managed to evade dealing with the complexities of surreptitious DNA collection and testing of public figures, they won’t be able to avoid dealing with it for much longer.

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Is it Worth it to Become a Litigation Paralegal?

Paralegal Bootcamp

A litigation paralegal is a legal professional who provides vital support to attorneys who work in the area of litigation. Paralegals play an indispensable role in the legal process, handling things such as document review and analysis, legal research, drafting pleadings, and managing case files.

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New Books Available – Appellate Standards of Review in Civil and Criminal Cases

Day on Torts

I am happy to report that BirdDog Law is now offering two new books – Grading Papers – Civil and Grading Papers – Criminal. The books help lawyers quickly identify the applicable standard of review of multiple civil and criminal law issues. Well, sometimes trial lawyers handle appeals.