Is an online paralegal degree acceptable?
mom of 3 asked: I already work in a legal office as an assistant…same work less pay. There are no schools in my area that offer paralegal degree. Would a future attorney accept an online degree? Is it worth it or should I just save my money…..
Getting a legal assistant job with no experience writing the coverletter?
Siera E asked:
Im currently going to school for my paralegal degree..I was almost going to drop being a paralegal b/c it requires so much experience even with a degree once u graduate but I saw this awesome opportunity in the paper for a legal receptionist said paralegal certificate preferred but I have all of the [...]
What is the job outlook for Paralegals/Legal Assistants?
MP asked: I have a bachelors degree, and am going to earn a paralegal certificate this December from an ABA approved program. 6 months ago I got a job as legal assistant for a bankruptcy firm. I currently earn $15.00 per hour, which is better than the assistant manager job I had before. Several of [...]
Where in Texas to go for a bachelors degree when you want to be a paralegal?
♥ Jen ♥ asked: I want to be a paralegal/legal assistant. I’m currently in an ABA approved 2 year college going for my Associates in Paralegal Studies. I know this satisfies most job descriptions for paralegals but I also want to get my bachelors degree. Which major would best suit this field? I’m not interested [...]
Is work experience commensurate with having a college degree?
Fatdude427 asked: I am a legal assistant from Georgia. I am certified as such. I only have a few months experience thus far.
Being that I do not have a college degree, I sometimes wish I did. I haven’t been able to earn the respect of my employers (two so far).
If I were to [...]