Paralegal Bootcamp

AUGUST 12, 2021

Your mindset is so important to your success as a new paralegal. Let’s look at 3 mindset shifts you can make early in your paralegal career. Stop calling yourself a “newbie” paralegal. By referring to yourself as the “newbie paralegal,” you are giving yourself an unnecessary label. Paralegal Training.

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DECEMBER 9, 2022

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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Paralegal Bootcamp

AUGUST 5, 2022

You’re reading this because you already think of your work as a paralegal in the foremost-important way to succeed: As a Career! I received my Paralegal Certificate in December of 2019 and graduated RIGHT into the Pandemic! To combat this and support my paralegal professional development, every day I: 1. Getting Started.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Below are 5 paralegal mistakes (and a bonus one) to avoid early on in your career. I’m going to share some of the biggest pitfalls that I see new paralegals make early in their careers that could be holding you back. Stay in Your Lane Paralegal mistake number one – being afraid to step outside your lane.

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Paralegal.edu

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

On Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central, Center for Advanced Legal Studies (CALS) will hold its 75th Commencement Ceremony for graduates of its paralegal programs. A total of 102 paralegal credentials will be conferred. Elisas legal career began at a criminal law firm, progressing from intern to senior paralegal.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

AUGUST 10, 2023

. ” – Nora Roberts So, you know you want to land your dream paralegal job but exactly how are you supposed to do that when you have no legal experience? If you haven’t noticed by now, most paralegal job openings require years of experience, even with a degree or certification. Download Now 1. Roberts, Jr.,

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Paralegal Bootcamp

MAY 6, 2022

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of paralegals and legal assistants is projected to grow 12 percent from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations. Paralegals and legal assistants held about 345,600 jobs in 2020. What is a Government Paralegal? Paralegal Career Choice.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

APRIL 22, 2021

As a new paralegal or someone who has been working as a paralegal for a few years, this is a great time to set S.M.A.R.T.E.R. The same thing can happen to your paralegal career if you’re not careful. When to Start Your Paralegal Career Growth Plan. Smarter Goals for Paralegal Career Growth.

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The Estrin Report

JANUARY 28, 2021

Is there a bright future for Paralegals? The Bureau of Labor Statistics is out with their 2020 Occupational Outlook for Paralegals and Legal Assistants. Bottom line – it’s not a bad time to be in, or to be getting into, a paralegal or legal assistant position*. o Employment of paralegals and legal assistants.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

Things Attorneys Look For In a Paralegal. Do you want to know what things attorneys look for in a paralegal? If that’s not possible, or if you’re new to the paralegal profession and wondering what the attorneys are expecting from you, here is a brief overview of what makes a great paralegal in the eyes of most attorneys.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

JUNE 3, 2022

You went through your paralegal certificate program, and now you’re looking for a paralegal job. But unfortunately, the fact that you have spent all that time and money preparing yourself to become a paralegal can feel fruitless when you are struggling to find that first paralegal job. Here’s why.

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The Estrin Report

JUNE 26, 2023

Here are the top 9 concerns, questions, and hottest topics for today’s job market The Goldman Sachs white paper states that 44% of all legal jobs will be replaced by AI and that it will virtually wipe out the paralegal role. Will this happen to paralegals? The paralegal position will begin to look different.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

DECEMBER 13, 2021

I was talking to a paralegal who said she drives for Uber for some side money and it got me thinking about paralegal side gigs out there. Unlike other professions, as a paralegal, you usually can’t have a side gig where you’re doing virtual paralegal work for another lawyer because there could be a potential conflict of interest.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

If you have a paralegal certificate or a college degree, you should not be working for $15 an hour, even if you are right out of school. Do you really want a paralegal job that could just as easily be done by someone in the Philippines for $8 per hour? appeared first on Paralegal Boot Camp.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

When I was starting out, many people told me that I will need a few years of experience being a legal assistant/secretary and/or a paralegal degree before landing a paralegal position. Being a paralegal and having a paralegal degree are two different things. Here are some Paralegal Resume Drafting Tips.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

JUNE 30, 2022

In our latest podcast episode, I interviewed Kim Barrett who started her career as a part-time law firm receptionist and is now the Director of Paralegals and Legal Professionals at a Global Law Firm. This interview will help you realize just how much control you have over your own paralegal career growth.

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Paralegal.edu

AUGUST 14, 2024

On Saturday, August 24, 2024, at 10:00 AM Central, Center for Advanced Legal Studies (CALS) will hold its 74th Commencement Ceremony for graduates of its paralegal programs. A total of 110 paralegal credentials will be conferred. She began her paralegal career in 1989 after graduating from Center for Advanced Legal Studies.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

JANUARY 25, 2022

From making sure your resume is up to par to knowing what to say in an interview, you might feel overwhelmed with questions on how you can land the right job for your paralegal career. In our latest podcast episode, Ann answers your job search questions so you can get the paralegal job of your dreams. Prefer Audio Instead of Reading?

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Paralegal Bootcamp

JULY 24, 2020

For this Fast-Track Friday tip, let’s look at one principle of project management that you can easily apply to any of your paralegal projects. What is legal project management? Legal project management is the application of project management principles and practices to enhance the delivery of legal services.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

MARCH 18, 2022

As a personal injury paralegal , few things ache my heart more than seeing someone injured in a motor vehicle crash with minimal or no personal injury protection (“PIP”) benefits. It would be best if you remembered that as a paralegal, you will encounter all kinds of people in the world with various situations and needs.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

The time it takes to become a paralegal can range from 6 months to 4 years. It depends on three factors: 1) whether or not you already have a college degree, 2) what area of the country you live in, and 3) where you want to work as a paralegal after you get the certificate.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

APRIL 13, 2023

What is an Indispensable Paralegal? An indispensable paralegal is an essential member of the team. If you’re looking for the top paralegal skills or paralegal traits, I’ve written about those before on this blog. Specifically, habits that you can develop if you want to be an indispensable paralegal.

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Paralegal.edu

AUGUST 5, 2022

Green Auditorium at South Texas College of Law, Center for Advanced Legal Studies will hold its 70th Commencement Ceremony for graduates of its paralegal programs. 6 months ago graduation was held virtually and 121 paralegal credentials were conferred. A total of 96 paralegal credentials will be conferred.

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Paralegal.edu

AUGUST 10, 2021

On August 28, 2021, at 10:00 AM Central, Center for Advanced Legal Studies will hold its 68th Commencement Ceremony for graduates of its paralegal programs. Just over 6 months ago graduation was held virtually as well and 87 paralegal credentials were conferred. A total of 126 paralegal credentials will be conferred.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

If you’re a paralegal and you’ve asked yourself, where do I want to take my career from here or if you’ve ever questioned if the skills that you’re obtaining as a paralegal working in a law firm could eventually transfer to a career that’s outside the typical law firm this interview will give you great insights.

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Paralegal.edu

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

On February 20, 2021, at 10:00 AM Central, Center for Advanced Legal Studies will hold its 67th Commencement Ceremony for graduates of its paralegal programs. Just over 5 months ago graduation was held virtually as well and 103 paralegal credentials were conferred. A total of 87 paralegal credentials will be conferred.

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Paralegal.edu

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

On Saturday, February 17, 2024, at 10:00 AM Central, Center for Advanced Legal Studies (CALS) will hold its 73rd Commencement Ceremony for graduates of its paralegal programs. A total of 109 paralegal credentials will be conferred. Congratulations graduates on your hard work, dedication, and accomplishments.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

JANUARY 25, 2024

These were the top 7 actionable strategies and tips for litigation paralegals to accelerate their paralegal career in 2024. How to Get Up to Speed Fast on Your Cases I think one of the tips for litigation paralegals that could help here is what I had recommended in our three-step roadmap for new litigation paralegals.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Paralegals can bring immense value to their firms when they adopt the mindset and habits of a project manager. This aptly describes legal cases, as well. Employ systems Effective project managers – and effective paralegals – use systems at both the task and process level to achieve objectives efficiently. LEARN MORE 3.

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Paralegal.edu

SEPTEMBER 12, 2020

On September 12, 2020, Center for Advanced Legal Studies will hold its 66th Commencement Ceremony for graduates of its paralegal programs, and wow how different it will be. Just over 6 months ago graduation was held in person at South Texas College of Law and 105 paralegal credentials were conferred.

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Paralegal.edu

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

On February 27, 2021, at 10:00 AM Central, Center for Advanced Legal Studies will hold its 67th Commencement Ceremony for graduates of its paralegal programs. Just over 5 months ago graduation was held virtually as well and 103 paralegal credentials were conferred. A total of 87 paralegal credentials will be conferred.

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Paralegal.edu

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

On February 26, 2022, at 10:00 AM Central, Center for Advanced Legal Studies will hold its 69th Commencement Ceremony for graduates of its paralegal programs. 6 months ago graduation was held virtually as well and 126 paralegal credentials were conferred. A total of 121 paralegal credentials will be conferred.

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Paralegal.edu

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

On Saturday, February 18, 2023, at 10:00 AM Central, Center for Advanced Legal Studies (CALS) will hold its 71st Commencement Ceremony for graduates of its paralegal programs. A total of 80 paralegal credentials will be conferred. Congratulations graduates on your hard work, dedication, and accomplishments.

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The Estrin Report

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The Lawfully Employed Podcast with Host Chere Estrin Episode Description: Special Guest: Joe Spada, Boston University Paralegal Certificate Program Lawfully Employed is a Podcast hosted by Chere Estrin. She is CEO of Estrin Legal Staffing , a nationwide staffing organization. appeared first on The Estrin Report.

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Paralegal.edu

AUGUST 15, 2023

On Saturday, August 26, 2023, at 10:00 AM Central, Center for Advanced Legal Studies (CALS) will hold its 72nd Commencement Ceremony for graduates of its paralegal programs. A total of 101 paralegal credentials will be conferred. Congratulations graduates on your hard work, dedication, and accomplishments.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Navigating your career as a paralegal can come with its challenges. This paralegal career edition of Ask Me Anything will answer questions from real paralegals who have run into their own roadblocks. How to Bridge the Gap This is a hard one to kick off our paralegal career edition of Ask Me Anything. It’s a shame.

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Paralegal Bootcamp

JULY 24, 2023

However, it’s essential to understand that the kind of litigation paralegal role you choose will influence your job satisfaction. This is because some paralegals might prefer a corporate setting as an in-house paralegal, while others might thrive in a law firm setting working in civil litigation or other commercial litigation.

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