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Who submit evidence into court the paralegal or attorney?
The attorney.
Is working as a paralegal stressful with long hours?
Being a paralegal can be stressful depending on the court cases you are involved in and there can be long hours involved.
What are alternative careers with court reporting background?
Paralegal is the only one that comes immediately to mind.
What are the intials for a paralegal?
The initials for a paralegal are "P.L." which stands for paralegal.
What is a court order reqiring someone to appear in court?
This is called a SUBPOENA. if you fail to appear in court after you have been subpoeaned you can be charged with contempt of court.
Can a paralegals fees be included in attorney's calculation of legal fees to the court?
In some jurisdictions, paralegal fees can be included in the calculation of legal fees submitted to the court if the paralegal services were directly related to the legal work performed by the attorney. It is important to check the rules and regulations of the specific court or jurisdiction where the fees are being submitted.
If you have a restraining order on someone do you still need to appear in court if your summons and they are there?
Yes. If you are ordered to appear in a court, you must appear no matter what.
Becoming a Paralegal Online?
The are many ways to earn a paralegal degree. Online paralegal school is the wave of the future. Because so much of a paralegal's job is preparing court documents and briefs, learning to be a paralegal online is an excellent education route to take.Private Paralegal SchoolsIf you decide to go to a private vocational school, you can become a paralegal in a year of condensed study. You will have a paralegal certificate when you are finished and will be qualified to apply for just about any paralegal job. Many programs like this one allow a paralegal student to specialize in two or three areas of the law. In this case, a paralegal will actually know more about the required paperwork in their specialties than almost any attorney. This sort of specialization makes a paralegal's job vitally important to a law firm in one of the paralegal's areas of expertise.Two-Year CollegeThis course of study allows a paralegal to major in paralegal studies at a community college. The student will emerge with an Associate of Arts in Paralegal Studies. The paralegal is eligible to work in a law office as soon as he has his Associates Degree.Four-Year CollegeA paralegal student can major in paralegal studies at a public or private college. At the conclusion of his education, the paralegal will have a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Paralegal Studies. The paralegal can work for awhile and prove himself in a law office. Later, he may want to arrange his work schedule around law school. If he is already working at a firm, they are likely to be quite flexible with his hours and will probably pay for the paralegal's law school, if he contracts to stay at that firm for a set number of years.BenefitsA paralegal can start at entry level and obtain more education, including law school. A paralegal career is an excellent stepping stone to becoming an attorney. There is a great deal of room for advancement for paralegals.
What are jobs and careers in the field of law?
Answer Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant Paralegal Court Reporter Lawyer (of course) IT Specialist
Can you sue a paralegal office?
Yes, you can sue a paralegal office if you believe they have acted negligently or breached their duty in providing paralegal services. However, it is advisable to consult with an attorney experienced in legal malpractice or professional negligence claims to evaluate the specific circumstances and determine the viability of your case.
Can bench warrant be issued for failure to appear in court as a witness?
Yes for failure to appear, or contempt of court.
For the court's purpose if documentation does not appear in the medical record?
For the court's purpose, if documentation does not appear in the medical record
