In the fast-paced world of legal proceedings, staying ahead requires a deep understanding of federal law. The National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) has set a gold standard for legal ...

A paralegal, also commonly referred to as a legal assistant, supports attorneys in managing cases. Although he performs many of the duties of a lawyer, such is preparing for hearings, researching laws ...

Paralegals are essential to any legal team. They’re trained legal professionals who assist attorneys with various substantive legal tasks that keep a law office running smoothly. Their work often ...

The Empire State Alliance of Paralegal Associations has been working on a proposal for certification of paralegals under the auspices of a regulating body. The New York State Department of Education ...

While becoming a practicing attorney in New York involves years of law school culminating in an extensive comprehensive examination, there are no such requirements for the paralegals that assist them ...

After the success of our survey of law firm associates several years ago, in March, Abelson Legal Search surveyed paralegals to assess the job satisfaction, backgrounds and experiences of these ...

Christin Perry is a freelance writer with a passion for all topics related to health and family. She has been working as a writer for seven years now, and her work has appeared in Parents, The Bump, ...

Taking law-related classes, volunteering with legal organizations, attending information sessions with prelaw advisers and law school admissions officers, and asking lawyers within your extended ...