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  • E-Discovery Tools for Paralegals: Streamlining the Discovery Process

    Did you know that the e-discovery market was valued at $14.27 billion in 2024? Furthermore, it’s projected to expand to $22.5 billion by 2029. The increasingly complex and high-volume electronic data in litigation fuel its growth. There’s also a growing…

  • Legal Research Databases: A Comparative Guide for Paralegals

    Did you know that there were 366,200 employed paralegals and legal assistants in the US (BLS, 2023)? With median wages at $61,010 per year, theirs is a well-paying profession, indeed. As it should be considering their crucial roles in the…

  • Advanced Legal Writing Tips for Paralegals

    Legal writing skills are just as important for paralegals as they are for lawyers. Here are the main reasons why, as a future paralegal, you need to develop these skills: To effectively assist attorneys To ensure accuracy in legal documents…

  • The Importance of Legal Citation: Mastering Bluebook and ALWD

    The importance of legal citation in paralegal work can never be overstated. Picture this: you've spent hours going through case law and fine-tuning your legal arguments, only for a small citation mistake to mess everything up. Accurate legal citation is…

  • Writing Effective Legal Memoranda: Structure and Substance

    Writing effective legal memoranda is the backbone of a lot of legal work. They're the documents attorneys use to break down complex legal issues and present clear, well-organized arguments. This guide is all about writing effective legal memoranda as painlessly…

  • Essential Legal Research Techniques for Paralegals

    Did you know that conducting legal research is among a paralegal's primary duties? Yes, it is and, as a paralegal, you must know its essential techniques. Of course, you've studied legal research during your associate's or bachelor's degree program. But…

  • Ethical Issues in Digital and Remote Paralegal Work

    The Code of Ethics is the foundation for the digital paralegal ethical considerations. You must read it so you’ll have a basic understanding of what to do and not to do. General Ethical Responsibilities Paralegals must uphold high standards of…

  • Understanding the Code of Ethics for Paralegals

    Paralegals support lawyers by performing a wide range of support services, including: Researching relevant laws, legal precedents, and regulations Gathering information and facts about lawsuits Organizing and maintaining legal documents Helping lawyers prepare for hearings and during trials Filing legal…

  • The Role of Confidentiality in Paralegal Ethics

    The role of confidentiality in paralegal ethics can never be overstated—it is the field's cornerstone. As a paralegal, you're often the first point of contact for clients seeking legal assistance. With that responsibility comes a huge duty to protect sensitive…

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