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What is paralegal research used for?
The research performed by paralegals is used by attornies in law cases. Paralegals are hired by lawyers for law cases. They do a lot of the research necessary in trials.
What do Paralegals do in the appellate court?
Paralegals are NOT lawyers. They cannot practice the law. They are actually highly-skilled assistants at the law, and they generally work under the supervision of, and assist, the attorneys in their practice.
How do traditional paralegals differ from freelance paralegals?
Traditional paralegals work in law firms or legal departments as employees, while freelance paralegals work independently and are hired on a contract basis. Traditional paralegals may have a more structured work environment and benefits, while freelance paralegals have more flexibility in choosing their clients and managing their workload.
Does paralegals issue summons in south African law?
In South African law, paralegals do not have the authority to issue summons. Only attorneys, who are qualified legal practitioners, can issue summons on behalf of clients. Paralegals can assist in the preparation of legal documents and provide support to attorneys, but they must operate under the supervision of a qualified legal professional.
What are the anticipated 2014 hiring opportunities for paralegals in the field of employment law?
As companies are cutting costs, job opportunities for paralegals are anticipated to be on the rise in 2014. Law firms will always be one of the top hiring opportunities for paralegals, but in 2014, Banks, Real Estate offices, Large Businesses and Government Organizations will all be hiring in this field as well.
Do attorneys hire paralegals to work for them directly?
It looks like there are both types. In a law firm, the paralegals are not always assigned to one attorney. On the other hand, there are plenty of web sites that advertise for attornies to hire freelance paralegals, so single-attorney paralegals must be in demand. Example:http://www.gofreelance.com/legal/freelance-paralegal-jobs.html
What is the career ladder for a paralegal?
Paralegals usually are given more responsibilities and require less supervision as they gain work experience. Experienced paralegals who work in large law firms, corporate legal departments, or government agencies may supervise and delegate assignments to other paralegals and clerical staff. Advancement opportunities also include promotion to managerial and other law-related positions within the firm or corporate legal department. However, some paralegals find it easier to move to another law firm when seeking increased responsibility or advancement.
Can paralegals can become lawyers?
Yes, they can. However, they must attend law school (or in some states they may "read" for the law) but they must pass the Bar Examination.
What is the difference between market rates for paralegals and cost to the attorney for paralegal service?
It would be the markup by the law firm. S.Siddiq
What is the difference between market rates for paralegals and the cost to the attorney for paralegal services?
It would be the markup by the law firm. S.Siddiq
What types of legal jobs are there?
There are a variety of legal jobs available for someone interested in the law. Paralegals, law assistants, judicial clerkships, attorneys are just a few examples.
Can a paralegal practice law?
No, a paralegal cannot practice law. Paralegals assist lawyers in legal tasks but are not licensed to provide legal advice or represent clients in court.
