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Gail Armatys

Duties You Can Expect to Perform as a Paralegal

Sep 6, 2012 12:06:00 PM

Most people think of the role of a paralegal as an assistant to an attorney. The American Association for Paralegal Education (AAfPE) defines a paralegal as someone who "performs substantive and procedural legal work as authorized by law, which work, in the absence of the paralegal, would be performed by an attorney. Paralegals have knowledge of the law gained through education, or education and work experience, which qualifies them to perform legal work. Paralegals adhere to recognized ethical standards and rules of professional responsibility." But what activities can one really expect to do each day as a paralegal?

The truth is, paralegals perform a large array of tasks, and no day is completely alike. However, there are some core functions paralegals commonly perform. Here are some of the common duties paralegals are responsible for on a day-to-day basis.

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What Makes a Great Paralegal?

Posted by Gail Armatys

Sep 3, 2012 11:50:00 AM

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Top Two Reasons You'll Want to Attend Our Paralegal School

Posted by Gail Armatys

Aug 22, 2012 2:53:00 PM

At Center for Advanced Legal Studies we’ve found students are interested in paralegal training most often because they:

Have an interest in the law
Want to help others

These are two great reasons to begin a paralegal career. One focuses on a life passion and the other on a significant purpose; two of the most important pieces to a satisfying life.

There are other reasons to become a paralegal such as: looking for a new career, thinking about law school but want to be sure, want a legal career but don’t want to go to law school, like a challenge, etc. Yet, having a love for the law and wanting to help others is foundational to them all.

Do You have an Interest in the Law?

You probably do, or know someone who does, or you wouldn’t be reading this. If you aren’t interested in the law then attending paralegal school is probably not for you. Paralegals, by design, do most of the same work that an attorney does. There are just a few exceptions.

Paralegals cannot set client fees
Paralegals cannot give legal advice
Paralegals cannot except or reject clients

Paralegals can do the following:

Topics: career, education and training

Three (3) Ways to Earn the Paralegal Salary You Desire

Posted by Gail Armatys

Aug 8, 2012 2:35:00 PM

Are you considering becoming a paralegal? The choices you make can have a big impact on the salary you earn.

To help you prepare, here are three steps you can take to gain information and maximize your salary as you move toward beginning your paralegal career.

Topics: paralegal certificate, career

Paralegal College Instructor Highlighted in 'Legally Mom'

Posted by Gail Armatys

Jul 12, 2012 3:20:00 PM

“I don’t think my career has affected my motherhood, and I don’t think my motherhood has affected my career in any negative, detrimental way. Instead, they enhance each other…You can definitely do it and be happy.” Vy Nguyen, Legally Mom

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