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What I Learned in Paralegal School vs On The Job

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Stepping into the professional world as a paralegal can be both exciting and challenging. As someone who studied Paralegal Studies and worked hands-on as a paralegal, I reflect upon the valuable lessons I learned in school that provided a solid foundation, as well as the practical skills I had to acquire on the job.

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Paralegal Career Growth – From Receptionist to Director

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When you went and asked for that paralegal position, did you have a paralegal certificate or college degree? I had an associate’s degree in paralegal studies at the time. I was still going to school at night, even while working full time. You have an MBA and a Master’s in Paralegal Studies.

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Paving Your Way: Overcoming Obstacles to Land Your Dream Paralegal Job

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Further Your Legal Education There are several routes you can take to obtain the necessary educational requirements to land your dream paralegal job. If you think law school might be an option in the future like I did, then go ahead and go for a bachelor’s degree in pre-law and/or paralegal studies.

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10 Lessons Learned in My First Year as a Litigation Paralegal

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She started her legal career at Cuyamaca College where she majored in Paralegal Studies and studied business and psychology at San Diego State University. Noor worked as a marketing assistant and funding coordinator for several different law firms.

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Paralegal Interview Tips to Land Your Dream Job

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She started her legal career at Cuyamaca College where she majored in Paralegal Studies and studied business and psychology at San Diego State University. Noor worked as a marketing assistant and funding coordinator for several different law firms.

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Day in the Life of a Litigation Paralegal

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She started her legal career at Cuyamaca College where she majored in Paralegal Studies and studied business and psychology at San Diego State University. Noor worked as a marketing assistant and funding coordinator for several different law firms.

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Paralegal Roles in Other Countries

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Research from the Economic Research Institute shows that paralegals are mostly made up of persons who have graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree (51%) but many others have an associate’s degree or no degree at all. On the other hand, Law Clerks are a regulated profession, as they work on the most substantial matters.

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