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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Ever wonder what really happens when a lawsuit kicks off? We’ll behind the scenes, Paralegals know exactly what the process entails. Whether you’re facing litigation or just curious about how it all works, this guide through a paralegal’s eyes will walk you through the process step by step—without the legal jargon overload! Litigation can feel […]
Many types of documents pass over a paralegal’s desk or in the freelance world, we receive a lot of emails regarding electronic filings. Often times, we come across a document executed by the Judge called a “Scheduling Order”. This document usually involves some in-depth guidelines and due dates that will help move a case along. […]
A Day in the Life of a Paralegal: Time to Get Things Done! So what does the day of a stylish freelance paralegal consist of? Well that varies from day to day. Most days it feels like you stuck trying to remember what you were going to do. It takes time to develop a consist […]
Gone are the days when paralegals were seen as the background crew, blending into the office like wallpaper, sporting neutral tones and shuffling papers all day. That outdated image? Toss it out! Today’s paralegals are as dynamic and diverse as the legal field itself. From their backgrounds to their skills, and yes, even their sense […]
Let me tell you why immigration law paralegals are great at their jobs. Imagine a world in which you were limited on where you could go. Now think of how how privileged you are if you don’t have that concern. Privilege. A word taken so lightly it floats off the tips of most people’s tongue […]
My exercise of choice when it comes to wellness is cardio. Specifically running. No, not because of my Jamaican heritage or because of the Olympics but because I find a good jog after a long stressful day to be detoxing and releasing. I realized while running one day that the paralegal legal career and running […]
Staying stationary and working solely at one’s desk is a thing of a past. As we’ve known for decades, humans need to move in order to thrive. Sitting is a big part of the legal industry especially for Paralegals. We get desks that raise up and down or under the desk treadmills to counter the […]