What does a paralegal do?

What's it like to be a paralegal?

  • I am interested in becoming a paralegal, to go to college for that. Are you a paralegal? what is it like, honestly? what is your average day like? details?

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    The opportunities for a paralegal really depends on the specialty. The most in demand paralegals are those in the litigation field; followed by corporate paralegals who are responsible for maintaining corporate records, articles of incorporation, etc. While the "least" markeable [but the "highest" paid] paralegals are in the field of intellectual property [i.e., patents, trademarks] and immigration law. In conclusion, choose your paralegal courses accordingly, with emphasis on litigation preparation [discovery], docketing/calendaring of incoming pleadings [calendaring] and trial preparation [creating Exhibit tabs, Bajii jury instructions, etc.]. The "pro" side of a litigation paralegal is often "unlimited" overtime which can amount to a high salary range of $65,000 to $75,000 per year, while the "downside," being constantly pressured to meet a monthly client billable quota. And failing to meet that quota, often results in the paralegal's overnight dismissal. It's not a pretty picture. I just want to lay out what really happens in the real world of litigators and their relationship with subordinate paralegals. Good luck!

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Well this was based on a VERY general description, AND I'm only 14 (in 8th grade). The description was from a book, and this is my interpretation of it. Paralegals get paid much less than lawyers for doing the same type of work (research etc) (excluding on court debates, and...whatever else) and are basically an assistant to a lawyer's work Personally, if you were even remotely interested in this occupation, I'd just go lawyer all the way...however, lawyers are very populated...so job opportunities might not be so good.

James Y

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