Love comes in many forms, yet the form most paralegals forget to nurture is love for self. Being a paralegal means being there for others, listening to people in times of need, checking in on them and comforting them in ways that the world may not. Because they are givers and therefore naturally looking outward, […]
First, recognizing that clients come and go is a major part of being a business owner. As a paralegal, we want our attorneys to be happy with our work product but like any career, choosing to mutually end a contract or discontinuing services can happen at any time. Additionally, there is no need to harp […]
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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 […]
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, […]
As a freelance paralegal, your relationship with your client(s) is everything. I always feel the best way to manage and grow any relationship is to have continuous communication and honesty. These two simple factors will help you sustain your clientele and keep the pressure off of you when times get busy because, they will. Business […]
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. […]
So you’ve made the decision to go freelance and have no clue what you should do next. Well, the first thing you should understand is uncertainty is normal but you made the decision and know what you want to do. That’s a big deal! so congratulations on making that first step. Do not expect to […]
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 […]