The Paralegal 3 a.m. Club
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Why Boundaries For Paralegals Are Non-Negotiable
By Amy Angelo In today’s world, boundaries and standards are buzzwords—often spoken, but rarely respected. This is especially prevalent in the legal profession. It’s almost as if paralegals aren’t allowed to have them. With attorneys, clients, and court deadlines pulling you in every direction, it can feel like your time, mental health, and even your […]
Not All Paralegals Want To Be Attorneys
The Big Question: I think every paralegal gets asked this question at least once in their career, even from fellow paralegals “have you ever thought about being an attorney“. Of course, the response made by the paralegal is a personal choice, one reflective of their own journey but I’m here to reflect, on the question […]
What Happens When a Freelance Paralegal Gets Sick?
Spoiler: It involves tea, emails, and a whole lot of boundary-setting. When you’re a freelance paralegal, taking a sick day isn’t as easy as texting your boss and crawling back into bed. You are the boss, the admin, the billing department, and the paralegal—so when your body says “rest,” but your inbox says “URGENT,” it […]
The Importance of Paralegal Trial Preparation
By Amy Angelo Preparing for Trial When it comes to preparing for trial, attorneys may be the ones standing in front of the judge and jury, but paralegals are the powerhouse behind the scenes. Their meticulous attention to detail, organizational skills, and legal knowledge make them indispensable members of the litigation team. Trial preparation is […]
What’s Holding The Paralegal Industry Back?
Paralegals know great things come from turmoil but we also know we shouldn’t have to go through internal turmoil on a daily basis. Because we are aware of this, we understand it’s time. It’s time to spread our wings and go freelance or maybe it’s time to prove to the legal industry that paralegals are […]
The Importance of Alone Time for Paralegals
Alone time for Paralegals is important for healing—emotionally, mentally, and even physically—for several interconnected reasons: Emotional Processing When you’re alone, you’re free from distractions and social obligations. This quiet space allows you to fully feel and process emotions that may have been suppressed or ignored, such as grief, anger, or sadness. Healing requires facing those […]
Paralegals and the Conference Circuit
As a freelance paralegal, I have stressed how beneficial attending conferences has been. I even had a whole webinar on it….yes, silent but not so silent plug. But seriously, conferences can get overwhelming and costly. Some people don’t like to attend conferences for many reasons and they are all valid. I will tell you, if […]
How Freelance Paralegals Assist with Depositions
So What Is A Deposition? So what is a deposition? Often times clients are required to appear whether it be in person or virtually to give a verbal testimony about what they are alleging or defending in a case that they are involved in. This testimony is taken under oath, with a court reporter present, […]
Why Great IT Is a Freelance Paralegal’s Secret Weapon
Let’s be honest—freelancing as a paralegal means wearing all the hats. Researcher? That’s you. Drafting machine? That’s you too. Office manager, deadline keeper, snack curator? Yep—still you. And when something techy breaks? Guess who’s suddenly the IT department? You are. But here’s the thing: while you are your own tech support most days, that doesn’t […]