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Five Superstars Changing the Paralegal Field

The Estrin Report

Ann Pearson, CEO, Paralegal Bootcamp Ann, the Paralegal Boot Camp founder, is dedicated to empowering paralegals with the skills and strategies to fast-track their careers through specialized training programs. As the host of the Paralegals on Fire!

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What I Learned in Paralegal School vs On The Job

Paralegal Bootcamp

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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The Confusion of Legal Assistant vs. Paralegal Titles

Paralegal Bootcamp

” Source: [link] Get inspired by Kim Barrett’s story of her paralegal career growth from receptionist to Director. NALA recognizes and supports paralegals, regardless of title; however, as an organization, we primarily use the term paralegal. Sometimes.

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Paralegal Career Growth – From Receptionist to Director

Paralegal Bootcamp

It was a great experience because it was a very small firm with just three lawyers and two secretaries. 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. And I was one of them.

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Paralegal Career Choice: Public Service or Private Practice

Paralegal Bootcamp

She received her paralegal certificate from the ABA-Approved Roosevelt University’s Lawyer Assistant Program. Christine has shared her expertise as a paralegal guest lecturer at Northwestern Business College and a part-time adjunct instructor at Roosevelt University.

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The Power of Paralegal Mentors – An Interview with Ashley Stasiewich

Paralegal Bootcamp

In this interview with Ashley Stasiewich, a former paralegal turned full-time paralegal instructor at McEwen University in Canada, you’ll gain insight into the importance of mentorship and the impact paralegal mentors can have on aspiring paralegals. You know, he responded, well, you’re not a lawyer.

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Paralegal Roles in Other Countries

Paralegal Bootcamp

Paralegals – Depending on the role, and their jurisdiction (as I mentioned before) a paralegal can represent someone in court, draft complex legal documents (under the supervision of a lawyer) perform research, and many other substantial tasks. One website in France calls a Law Clerk a, “Second-in-Command Lawyer.”