For most Paralegals, raise season comes at different times of the year. You’ve put in all of your billable hours and then some in most cases. You’ve made sure you’ve gone to work early and stayed late, you’ve communicated with your attorney, you basically feel like you’ve hit all the right points and come time […]
Working in the legal field can be both challenging and rewarding. Paralegals and legal professionals must be able to handle high pressure situations, think critically, and communicate effectively. However, with so much on their plates, it can be challenging to make the most of your time. Here are some tips to help make the most […]
In any workplace, it’s important to be able to stand your ground and assert yourself when necessary. However, in the legal field, many people struggle with being firm without coming across as aggressive or confrontational. In this article, we’ll explore why standing your ground in any law firm is important, as well as some tips […]
It’s summertime! and with that, comes travel plans. As a paralegal, it can be challenging to balance work and travel. However, with the right planning and mindset, you can make the most of your trips while staying on top of your responsibilities. Here are some travel tips for the paralegal on the go: By following […]
Paralegals are the unsung heroes of the legal industry. Let’s be honest, while lawyers get all the glory, it’s the paralegals who keep things running smoothly behind the scenes. They’re like the Spliff Star to Busta. What fun would it be without a Paralegal! To be frank, *cough cough* without them, chaos would ensue! But […]
“They wanna know how many rhymes have I ripped and wrecked, But researchers never found all the pieces yet”. Any hip hop heads in the building? If so, you get the reference to Eric B & Rakim. If not, no sweat. This post is really about not stressing BUT music, Is one way of managing […]
Ok, so boom. Since we are basically like family, I’m going to let you on a little secret. You ready? (let’s go get um). “Paralegaling” is not easy but, it’s a rewarding career path. On extremely stressful days (and believe me there are stressful days), you will find yourself questioning every decision you’ve made in […]
In the great words of Vanessa Williams “I got work to do, I got a job bay-beee”. I know, who in the world remembers a Vanessa Williams sing? Well, me. But, anyways as a paralegal, you have a major job of keeping up with deadlines. Whether you work in a law firm or virtually, deadlines […]
Reviewing legal documents can be a daunting task, but it is a crucial aspect of the legal field especially as a Paralegal. Assisting your attorney with review of a pleading , will help ensure that documents are accurate, complete, and legally enforceable. Here are some tips on how to review legal documents: Reviewing legal documents […]
So what does it mean when someone refers to estate planning? Well, collectively it refers to many things but we will focus mainly on the big 3, Last Will & Testaments, Power of Attorney and Directive for Health care. The main purpose of estate planning is to eliminate the courts having to get involved. By planning ahead of time, […]