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1.WHAT IS A PARALEGAL?

paralegal n :

a person with specialized training who assists

lawyers [synonym: legal assistant]

This common definition for the term paralegal, provided by the American Heritage Dictionary, demonstrates the problem that has always faced the profession: There seems to be no general agreement about what a paralegal is.
Couldn’t that definition apply just as well to a legal secretary? A librarian? A file clerk? The janitor? Is it really the best possible definition?
The American Bar Association, using Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary of Law, provides a slightly more informative definition:

paralegal [‘par-e-‘le-gel] :

of, relating to, or being a paraprofessional who assists a lawyer
This definition at least eliminates the janitor. But what is a “paraprofessional”? Does that mean that paralegals are “kind of” professional? Back to the dictionary.

paraprofessional n.

a trained worker who is not a member of a given profession but who

assists a professional

Does this make things any clearer?
The authors of this manual beg to differ with American Heritage,
Webster’s, and even the American Bar Association.
The truth is that:

• Paralegals do more than assist lawyers

• Paralegals are professionals

• It’s time for a better definition

Paralegals Do More Than Assist Lawyers
Currently, paralegals work in dozens of different situations, including:
• traditional law offices
• courts
• governors’ offices
• mayors’ offices
• the White House
• corporate law offices
• real estate offices
• the FBI
• prosecutors’ offices
• public defenders’ offices
• investigative positions
• government agencies
• child welfare groups
• political action committees
• social service agencies
• hospital administrative offices
• freelance work for attorneys
• owners of small businesses, representing their own interests
Paralegals work in a variety of environments. They perform an incredible variety of tasks, most, but certainly not all, related to working for attorneys. For instance, when working in political offices, research, media relations, and other tasks may be performed for non-attorney supervisors. When employed in a real estate position, it is possible that no attorney is in a supervisory capacity. Law-enforcement paralegal positions, such as those with the FBI, are often without direct attorney supervision.
Paralegals Are Professionals

The debate continues about whether paralegals are professionals or staff.
These debates tend to center around how a paralegal is compensated:
Hourly, or by an annual salary. The majority of paralegals are not paid
hourly, but are paid an annual salary. Unlike other staff, a paralegal is commonly provided with office space.
The more relevant question in determining the professional status of a
paralegal is the role the individual plays in the representative process.
Most paralegals engage in more than clerical work. They perform tasks
that require specific skills such as legal research, interviewing, and drafting
legal documents. Most paralegals are issued business cards.
Most attorneys bill paralegals on an hourly basis to the client. Many
courts have established that paralegals are different from other office
staff. Courts have declared, for instance, that hours spent on a case by a
legal secretary are not billable to the client. The secretary is considered
staff, part of the overhead expenses for which the attorney is responsible.
(Attorneys are traditionally forbidden from billing for overhead costs,
other than those costs incurred specifically due to an unusual representation.)
These are only a few of the indicators of the status paralegals enjoy today. Most attorneys consider paralegals professionals. You are not entering the paralegal “paraprofession,” but the paralegal profession. It’s Time for a Better Definition
The skills paralegals use are remarkably varied. Some investigate. Some advocate. Many are experts at creating legal documents. Some function primarily as legal researchers. Some interview clients. Some interview witnesses. Most use litigation skills. Many use all of these skills, in one form or another.
We now have essentially created our own definition for the word paralegal:
paralegal n.
A person who assists an attorney in advocating on behalf of a client
or who works for a corporate or government entity dealing with legal
matters, and who, in the course of this advocacy, may create legal
documents, investigate relevant facts, conduct legal research,
interview clients and witnesses, and perform other relevant tasks as
necessary
This definition more clearly describes a paralegal, but we still have a
problem. This definition could as easily pertain to a lawyer. We must
clarify the differences between an attorney and a paralegal. To do so is
actually quite simple. Despite all the training a lawyer receives, there are
only two functions that a lawyer may engage in that a paralegal may not:
1. A paralegal may not give legal advice
2. A paralegal may not act as a legal representative on behalf of
another in a court of law
That’s it. Every other task that an attorney engages in may be legally
performed by a paralegal under the supervision of an attorney. There are
other specific tasks that a paralegal may not perform, such as setting fees,
asking questions at a deposition, and accepting or rejecting cases. But
these are not allowed because, in fact, they are part of legal
representation. After a slight modification, we have the following
definition:
paralegal n.
a person who assists an attorney in advocating on behalf of a client
or who works for a corporate or government entity dealing with legal
matters, and who, in the course of this advocacy, may create legal
documents, investigate relevant facts, conduct legal research,
interview clients and witnesses, and perform any other tasks that an
attorney may perform, except give legal advice or act as a legal
representative on behalf of another in a court of law
Paralegals perform an incredible variety of tasks and have advanced skills
in legal research and writing. Most attorneys understand that performing
these tasks well requires training and hard work. This is not to say that a
paralegal can replace a lawyer; only an attorney can identify a legal issue
from a given set of facts and give legal advice. These are the most
important skills taught in law schools and represent an important
difference between the professions.
Now we have to definethe paralegal profession
Defining the Paralegal Profession Essential Skills for Paralegals: Volume I | Barber/Navallo
Smart attorneys recognize the abilities of good paralegals and strive to
utilize them extensively and effectively.
This brings us to a final, important realization:
• Some paralegals do substandard work.
• The majority of paralegals do average work.
• A few paralegals do excellent work.
Where will you be grouped? These manuals will give you every
opportunity to become an excellent paralegal. The more you put into the
program, the more you will get out of it. The time and effort you put into
your education is an investment in yourself.
This is a relatively new profession and there is a hidden advantage to the
lack of a universally recognized definition of the paralegal profession. It
means that the final definition has yet to be created. As a paralegal, you
will help create that definition. Like it or not, you will help create that
definition by your conduct, your ethics, the quality of your work, your
attitude, and, yes, by your professionalism.
2.2 DISCUSSION POINTS ABOUT THE PROFESSION
What are the Differences Between Legal Assistants, Paralegals, and
Legal Secretaries?
As a rule, the titles legal assistant and paralegal refer to the same
profession. A legal secretary, however, is different. A legal secretary’s
duties are fundamentally clerical in nature, while a paralegal may be asked
to perform tasks that call for specialized judgment and skills most legal
secretaries do not possess.
Legal secretaries perform critical tasks for law firms. Some are
compensated as well as paralegals. Some firms use a legal secretary to
perform paralegal duties, creating a hybrid: Half paralegal and half legal
secretary. A paralegal in such a position should insist on the title legal
assistant, since it will make obtaining future employment easier.
Why isn’t it a Good Idea for a Paralegal to Offer His or Her Services
Directly to the Public?
The vast majority of paralegals work under the supervision of attorneys
who are responsible for the actions of those paralegals. To offer services

How Paralegal help Attorneys,solicitor,Barristers?
Paralegals helps lawyers,attorneys,solicitor sand other legal professionals, working
in coorporates,startups,lawfirms,government agencies and other social organisations.
. Paralegals prepare legal documents, case-managements,research for cases,
file complaints applications,conveyancing,doing court work,assisting clients interview them
and manage all administrative work of law firms(solicitors and attorneys).
As the law is not a set of rules it is the guided principles which we all have to
follow for a better and prosperous society and behind every successful lawyers,
attorneys,solicitors there is a team of paralegals who manages their work very efficiently.
Demanding Practice areas for Paralegals
Criminal reports,proof reading,conveyancing and drafting deeds wills,
contracts,agreements,dispute resolutions,divorce petitions filing,crime lawyer petitions,accident
claims,cyber crime etc.Paralegals are the unsong heroes of the legal professions.
So a paralegals are the roadmaps of traveller,
a legal guide to a lawyer,sollicitor and barrist
Skills required for becoming a paralegal
The best cutting edge is that you are a law student or having a certification in
paralegal studies,good communication skills,good drafting skills ,microsoft office excel
powerpoint knowledge etc.
Also specialization in intellectual property law,trademark law,
cyber crime law,banking finance law,insurance law,company law
will make a paralegal career more beautiful.
What do you need to be a paralegal?
A flexible and adaptable approach to your work
The desire to develop your understanding of law
Commercial awareness, business acumen and an understanding of a clients’ needs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good attention to detail is needed to carefully analyse files and data
The ability to multitask and manage tasks and caseloads
Legal research skills
The ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Strong organisational skills
Team working and interpersonal skills when working with different departments to ensure tasks are completed
An understanding of legal database certifications may be useful.
What do you have to do to become a paralegal?
Although there are no hard rules on how to become a paralegal, a prospective
employer will value education. To become a paralegal, first complete your studies.
To complete the study stage of your journey to becoming a paralegal,
you can take the following paths to gain paralegal qualifications.
Specialist paralegal qualification
a Law Degree
An award in legal studies Legal secretary certificate or diploma
National Association of Licensed Paralegals (NALP) paralegal practice award, certificate, diploma
What do paralegals do on a daily basis?
A paralegal’s day-to-day responsibilities can be varied and changes from firm to firm
and case to case. Daily tasks can include general preparing of cases, liaising with other legal
professionals, close support with lawyers and researching in detail.
What is a paralegal salary in the uk?
As a non-graduate entry level paralegal, yearly salaries range from £14,000 to £22,000.
At graduate level, salaries range from £18,000 to £25,000. A paralegal with five years' experience
can expect a salary in the region of £30,000 to £40,000. Those
based in London and bigger cities will often earn more too. What experience do you need to be a paralegal in the UK?
Employers are looking for candidates that have at least six months of work experience in the
law sector. You can gain this experience by completing an internship, work placement, or
volunteering in pro bono cases. Part-time paralegal positions are available to law students,
helping them to gain legal experience. Our employability services can help you to achieve
the work experience you need to become a paralegal.
Can a paralegal work part-time?
Some law firms look for part-time paralegals, working three days per week.
Ideally, you would be able to work in the role for at least 12 months.
What else can you do with a paralegal degree?
With a paralegal qualification, you can work as:
Litigation Paralegal
Senior Paralegal
Legal Assistant
Law Clerk
Office Manager
Attorney
Legal Secretary
What does paralegal work involve?
Match your skills and personality to the right career with Prospects
Learn about The Crown Prosecution Service
Government Legal Profession, previously called Government Legal Service,
will help to understand the role the civil service plays in the law
Law Society Gazette allows you to browse positions by legal practice area

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