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Five Superstars Changing the Paralegal Field

The Estrin Report

I have come across thousands of paralegals in my career. However, five paralegals (among many) recently stood out for their excellent contributions to the paralegal world. Huascar Matos Director of Paralegals Here is a brilliant, motivated Director of Paralegals at Foley & Lardner on the fast track!

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6 Paralegal Tips + An Invitation to Join Me

Paralegal Bootcamp

I’m holding a FREE 5-Day Paralegal Challenge that kicks off on March 24, 2025. Join me in the Free 5-Day Challenge 6 Paralegal Tips 1. Don’t Abandon Your Paralegal Journey Too Soon Our first tip comes from a paralegal who goes by C. A stressed attorney does not need a stressed paralegal.

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Paralegal Certificate vs Paralegal Certification - Let’s clear up the confusion!

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A paralegal certificate or degree is often required to qualify for paralegal job opportunities. Earning an academic credential significantly enhances employment opportunities for anyone seeking to diversify their career portfolio and showcase their qualifications for a legal position.

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The Confusion of Legal Assistant vs. Paralegal Titles

Paralegal Bootcamp

What is a Legal Assistant vs. Paralegal? Can we end the confusion with the use of the legal assistant vs. paralegal job title? It’s also because every law firm has a different definition of what a legal assistant is. It’s also because every law firm has a different definition of what a legal assistant is.

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Continuing Education for Paralegals – Sink or Swim?

Paralegal Bootcamp

It got me thinking about how this can also affect a paralegal career if we’re not careful. It’s the same with paralegal certificate programs. A paralegal certificate program can’t teach you how to be a successful paralegal. This problem is not unique to the paralegal profession.

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It Is About More Than Just Paralegal Skills

Paralegal Bootcamp

A new litigation paralegal should look at three key areas early in their career. If you only focus on the paralegal skills that you might be lacking early in your career, then you might spend too much time focused on how many decades it will take you to gain all of those skills. Litigation Paralegal Boot Camp. L EARN MORE.

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How Paralegals Can Avoid UPL

Paralegal Bootcamp

Paralegals can avoid the unauthorized practice of law (UPL) by becoming familiar with their state’s rules. Rules against UPL specify that paralegals (or anyone who is not licensed to practice law) cannot provide attorney-client services to people, among other prohibitions. Three Things Paralegals Should Avoid.

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