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Five Superstars Changing the Paralegal Field

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As the immediate past president of the Orange County Paralegal Association, Kai led the organization’s strategic initiatives, supporting a community of over 650 paralegals. Her dedication to excellence in the field is evident through her memberships with NALA (National Association of Legal Assistants) and the ABA.

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How long does it take to become a paralegal?

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Location matters In some major metropolitan areas, you will need an undergraduate degree plus a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program if you want to work in a law firm. While some of the larger firms have strict education and certificate requirements, others do not. There is no such thing as ABA certification.

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Paralegal Roles in Other Countries

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In this week’s blog, I will take a broader look at the paralegal profession as a whole. Familiar readers of the blog know that our company, Paralegal Bootcamp , is based out of the US. With this being the case, we focus on a variety of paralegal, legal assistant, and administrative assistant legal positions in our home country.

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Adding Value to the Firm – Are you in or Out?

The Estrin Report

In doing so, you become a better version of yourself, a better paralegal, legal assistant, or whatever the role you may hold. I made a huge impact on my firm from an idea learned at a Paralegal conference. It just so happened that year eDiscovery was ramping up. When it comes time for your review, guess what?

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Is it Worth it to Become a Litigation Paralegal?

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The earnings of a litigation paralegal can vary widely, with factors such as location, years of experience, size and prestige of the firm, and the type of litigation influencing the salary. However, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , the median annual wage for paralegals and legal assistants was $56,230 in 2021.

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I Was Interviewed by a Paralegal Student

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Legal assistant can be an alternative title to a paralegal, but there is a difference. I really think that with a paralegal certificate, and it’s not just because I was a paralegal, your career options are literally unlimited. Here’s why continuing education for paralegals is important.

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Must-Have Skills for a Successful Paralegal Career

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Tech Savviness: Because We Live in a Digital Legal Space We wont pretend everythings still done by hand. Many tools are part of daily life in a law officedocument management systems, eDiscovery platforms, video conferencing apps, and more. The best paralegals keep an open mind and love learning something new whenever they can.