How to become a paralegal

by A. Sunrise

Here on Wall Street, where I have worked for 21 years, paralegal jobs are revolving doors in the most revered, most selective, pickiest law firms in the world. This white-shoe workplace is sharply divided into two kinds...read more

by Suzanne Mathews

I have worked in the accounting profession over twenty years; recently I have been given a taste of what a paralegal does and instantly became hooked. I decided to make this new found career official. In researching this n...read more

by Jayden Hunter

To become a paralegal, or legal assistant, as they are often more commonly known, one should first possess an interest in the field of law. Skills such as typing, filing, organizing and dealing with difficult people wil...read more

by May Monten

There are several different paths you can take to become a paralegal. You could get a certificate, or a college degree, or both. In some cases, you might not need either. Different employers will have very different requ...read more

by MysLykeMeeh

As a paralegal, you should understand that you are only an assistant to an attorney. You should know where and how to draw your limits when dealing with a client. Even if you are just an assistant, as a paralegal, you are ...read more

by Brandy Fee

Ten years ago you could walk into a law office and apply to be a secretary. In doing so, if you got hired you would be taught to answer phones, run errands, and other small jobs. If you stayed with the firm for a period of...read more