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I have my paralegal certification and have been working as a paralegal since I was 18. I am now 25 and considering law school. I have done pretty much everything an attorney does including court duties. Hope I do well in law school.
I'm 19 and gonna be working for a big law firm in NYC, I see it as a way of getting my foot in the door to become a paralegal :) Im gonna go back to school in the fall and possibly major in paralegal studies
Paralegals is like what a nurse is to a doctor. Without paralegals lawyers would be behind in their job. I hope paralegals get paid well for what they do.
I'm looking as the salary now bc I was thinking I might become one.. I'm actually quite disappointed in how low it is. I'm in sweden, and it's like you said. The work and the pay is about the same as a nurse, but maybe even lower?
No, depending on what area of work you are, many lawyers ABSOLUTELY do not believe this. Insurance e defense jobs, certainly not. I feel I’m paid horribly and WOULD NOT recommend this job to anyone who needs to lean fully on a single salary. In 2005 I was paid pretty handsomely but my current job where I’ve been over ten years my salary has gone up a grandiose $3k. NOT keeping up with cost of living. I’m going to be looking for something else that’s in house or govt.
I have to agree. I'm a Sr. Litigation Paralegal and have been so for the last 5 years. Currently making $40/hr and to be honest some paralegals can make $100k/yr depending on the area of law.
jfloresdrums I’m currently a UC Berkeley student going into my last year and have been considering working my way up in the paralegal world instead of accumulating debt by going to law school. If you could give me some advice I would greatly appreciate it. My email is erikcuarobi@berkeley.edu. Thanks
I don't think you need to bet the farm and go to law school unless (1) you can actually afford to bet the farm and pay for law school without going into debt (2) you really really want to be a lawyer. As a paralegal you can make very good money depending on your specialty, and there are plenty of jobs that aren't advertised as "paralegal" but do prefer the skills from the paralegal certificate (contracts analyst, legal analyst, contracts manager, contracts specialist, legal specialist etc.) I plan to follow that route.
Thank you! My cousin is a lawyer and I asked him if he could have done his schooling differently, what would he do? He said he would definitely become a paralegal first and then apply to law school once completed the UG. So that’s what I’m doing. I want experience in the field before going into law school and also, 7 years of straight schooling was not appealing for me with two children. My plan is to work as a paralegal while going to law school, that way I do have an income for my children while pursuing my dreams!
I appreciate your honest assessment. I spent 20 years in the military HR field. Now I want to try something new. Yours and a few other folks' videos are helping me do my initial research. Thank you and take care.
I love how your videos never sugar coat or idealize the career of a lawyer. It's true, people don't like to hear that lawyers have a hard time getting a job, a good salary and managing the debt accumulated in law school. It sucks but I had to face this reality. I don't come from money, I am not heading to a prestigious law school and am from south Texas so my prospects didn't look amazing. I've decided to put my law school plan aside and pursue something more creative and I guess I'll go from there. Some of us can't toil away 3 years of our lives and end up facing disappointing jobs
Thank you for this! I’m barely finishing up my AA and looking to transfer to a university in order to be a paralegal. I had a feeling I wanted to be a paralegal first before going to law school due to the experience and knowledge I’d be able to gain and this definitely reassured me that I’m on the right path!
That's great! Definitely a wise move. You will be much more prepared doing paralegal work first - and you will be much more sought after for hiring than others if you have a few years of work experience as a paralegal first.
You don't make a whole lot, but it's better than minimum wage. I started off at $18/hr, now make $22/hr. I am in Michigan. I got certified through Sebron University
NationalDeputy 9000 If you’re smart and know the law, and know what you’re doing & have legal experience (job or academic) then no. But you have to be mentally strong as well bc of the work load and dont take it personal when lawyers are stressed & yell at you
Your Beard is on point. I'm a paralegal in the army and find myself having more experience with only 2 years in, compared to some of my attorney's straight out of law school. Of course it's a completely different environment than the civilian sector.
I currently just changed my major to paralegal litigation so I can graduate with an associates degree in paralegal litigation. I plan to become a paralegal for a few years and then decide if I would like to go back to school and become an attorney. I also noticed that Virginia allows people to get their license to practice without going to law school and you can instead opt to have an apprenticeship under a lawyer where you complete a certain number of hours with the lawyer and you can then take the bar exam to practice.
Have one toddler and plan for another child. Considering to get into law filed. Paralegal seems to be very fitting and practical (also there are more online learning options available).
Thank you for this video! - I’m debating on either transferring to a university to get my degree in political science or just getting my associate’s degree and be a paralegal. Law school is the only thing that is making me debate on this whole situation.
I'm currently majoring in criminal justice with one year left with no idea what to do because I love 90% of my program. After watching a couple videos on paralegal work this may interest me, but I have no connections or prior experience for this. Thinking about doing an internship at a local prison this summer to further help me decide & gain experiences in general in CJ, but what do you believe would be good work to start out in before becoming a paralegal? Good experience to be able to obtain a career as a paralegal?
Cool video! Definitely hit all of the major points about becoming a Paralegal. One thing I would mention is that each state has different laws (or lack there of) about being a Paralegal. In California you must become certificated through a program (post graduate -- Associates/Bachelors or higher), or have experience working under an attorney who has been practicing law for x number of years and signs off an affidavit for you. I believe in Florida they have a certification requirement as well. As far as the job itself goes, it definitely varies depending on where you are and what kind of law you are dealing with. I've been a Paralegal for 4 years now, and I'm finishing up my BA and thinking about the next step (law school). It is a difficult choice!
Thanks a lot for the insight, I've thought about doing this myself since I graduated with a high GPA and been incredibly unsatisfied with my career since then. And you manage to produce your own comic while also working in law? How do you manage to balance the time?
It can. The better schools have more prestige and associated opportunity. However, going to a good or a bad law school is no guarantee of an individual's success or failure.
Hi +Jaimekid2! I'm a former gov't-school teacher, but currently, I'm enrolled in a paralegal program in OR. I'm living in the OR/WA border, and was interested in the apprenticeship program that is only offer in a handful of states, including WA. Have you met anyone who has successfully "read the law?" I'm thinking of the using the paralegal program as a vehicle to get a great supervising attorney. As someone whose main principle is liberty, what law field would you think provides more opportunities to be an advocate for individual freedoms? I was eyeing specializing in administrative law. Like S. Kinsella, a practicing patent attorney, who is a figure in anti-IP movement, I thought I could make a dent in the regulatory state by being more knowledgeable in that field. I'm just curious to hear your thoughts. (My professors would probably be confused by the question; they're very statist-loving, if not out-right socialist, here in OR.)
Hello Angeline! That's great to hear that you're looking to use legal skills for liberty. I am not familiar with the apprenticeship program so I cannot speak on it. Advocating for individual liberty through law practice is very difficult. This is because practicing law is not supposed to change the law for the most part. It is rare that a law is struck down in a manner that helps move individual freedom forward. In terms of helping others, practice in criminal defense can help those who are being prosecuted (persecuted) by the government unjustly. Federal civil suits against the government for harms committed can be a means to attack government action (called 42 USC 1983 suits). There is some seminal work potentially for nullification lawsuits against the Federal government under the 9th and 10th amendments. Most legal work that advances liberty comes in the form of legislation or amendments that legalize or decriminalize. That's law in the political sphere - a different realm. Hope that helps! -J ( :
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I’m interested in becoming a paralegal and planning to start taking courses at a local community college spring semester. I have a question, is it hard for males to get jobs as a paralegal?
I don't think so. What matters is your experience. Get hands-on experience a.s.a.p. through being a legal secretary or volunteering/clerking at a not-for-profit.
Also, most jobs require experience so it's hard to jump from one specialty to another. I'm currently a senior lit paralegal and want to get into securities and or patent law and it's really difficult. I'm only 32 so not complaining and the pay for being a senior with plus 5 years exp is in the $70to100k range in Los Angeles.
Hello and thanks for the video! I am a Florida Registered Paralegal (FRP), with a Bachelor's in Legal Studies, and about 4 years under my belt. I was truly seeking to become an attorney but once I stepped foot in the legal field, my eyes were opened and noticed that being an attorney was not feasible in this economy. I am not trying to be negative but for those seeking to enter the field in Florida but there are so many firms (mostly mega firms) that hire paralegals by the dozens and want to pay us like if we've never gone to school and what anyone with a High School Diploma can make. I personally know an attorney that has 5 years under her belt but is getting paid $60K a year and honestly, if you're paying $100K to put yourself through law school and paying your school loans, this is not enough. I believe this is sad because as you mentioned in your video, paralegals do the work of an attorney and have their work just check off in order to proceed with filing/sending, etc. If you are getting into the field in Florida, don't expect high compensation. Remember, there is always someone that is willing to do the same work as you for less. Also, with all of the Personal Injury firms here, FL is PI capital of the US and caseloads are skyrocketing. This can become very stressful when you have 80 -100 cases on your plate and without a legal assistant. Before paralegals in FL would make in $55K and up, now firms are paying in my area $40K ($18-$19 an hour). I truly love what I do, I just wish firms and HR departments had more consideration for our line of work...
Hi, I am bba, llb, llm from India, and working as a legal officer. I am planning to immigrate to canada, and I am looking for an opportunity in para legal. Can you pls suggest me, how to find.
Can you get an associates in paralegal studies then work your way towards a lawyer? If you want to continue your education for a bachelors, what are some recommended majors? Poli sci?
The majors that most prepare people for law school are: 1. Philosophy. 2. English literature. 3. Logic. The majors that may have the most advantage for after law school are: 1. Business finance/accounting. 2. Engineering. 3. Public relations/marketing.
Hello, Jack! I've read many of these comments and I appreciate how you have been responding years after the release of this video. If you would be so kind to me, I would like to inquire for your opinion about my prospects as a potential paralegal. I'm 31, male (if that matters at all), and I have a BA in History and a BA in Economics. I've worked operations in a large retail store for more than 10 years. I started off there as a cashier and developed skills like customer service, money handling, and a basic familiarity with Anti-Money-Laundering (AML). I also have experience as a data entry and records clerk and as an accounting bookkeeper at the store. I've been an operations department supervisor or manager for the last 5 years. I'm getting burnt out as a manager in such a high-turnover environment where people aren't very dependable and where the need to micromanage basic things is the norm rather than the exception. As a retail manager, my ability to multitask, work with stress, and work long hours if necessary is fairly well established though. I'd like to use my education and the skills I've developed with my work experience to transition into another career where I can be a dependable individual contributor rather than a manager. I took the LSAT several years ago and got an ok score of 156, but I decided not to go to law school for various reasons, particularly the cost and uncertainty over that as a career choice. However, paralegal is a career that scores highly on the various career aptitude tests I've done. I've long had a general interested in law, especially as it relates to things like individual rights, personal property, and economic liberty, as I share a mostly libertarian personal philosophy (do unto others, live and let live, etc.). What is your assessment about my prospect as a potential paralegal? If anybody else has substantive feedback, I'd love to hear that too. Thank-you!
Sounds like you'd have a good time trying out the field. Probably should get a paralegal certificate and see if you can get your foot in the door at a firm.
Thanks for the video. I am considering enrolling in a paralegal program at my local university. My only question is how difficult is it to find one's first job without experience post-graduation? All of the job alerts I've seen demand at least two year's experience in addition to passing a State certified program. Please give any advice you can! I honestly love the law and believe I would be excellent at this job, but don't want to pay an additional $7,000 on top of my undergrad student loans if the training will not lead to a job. Thanks.
Hello! It sounds like you should talk to recent graduates and current enrollees and see how they are doing. Try to find out about the school's job placement program as well. You need to focus researching for the locations (cities/towns) you wish to work in. If you don't have any legal work experience and have no lawyer connections (people who would give you a special look) it may be risky.
I have a question sir, I just graduated in CRJ and I want to become a paralegal, should I go straight to the certificate or get a legal assisting certificate?
Just wanted to know the major difference between the attorney and the paralegal; do they do clerical work and is required to type at certain speeds, also are they the firm's secretary and how do they get paid?
An attorney is licensed to practice law. A paralegal is not. A paralegal can do secretarial work, but they may also do some legal research and mimic some activities that lawyers do. However, they must always have their work checked and certified by an attorney who looks over the substantive concepts (the big picture).
Thank you! I heard it's more and more difficult for american lawyers to find jobs and I thought maybe Canada was going through the same thing. Maybe it's safer to pick another path then. Thanks again for answering!
I'm studying to become a Paralegal in Ontario Canada, the supreme court of Canada recently shortened the time the government has to get people through the court system and in general they are hiring more people. In Ontario Paralegals have a lot more freedom then anywhere else in North America for one they can offer representation without supervision of a lawyer. For example, highway traffic law, Provincial offences, tribunal matter i.e., Social benefits tribunal, Landlord tenant board, Summary Conviction offences (where punishment is not more then six months imprisonment) a Paralegal can offer someone representation as they hold their own legal licenses. It's a two year college program or a three year university program and when you've completed the program which includes a placement you'll have to go to the Law Society of Upper Canada and write a legal exam I've been told it's 8 hours, four hours on ethics, four hours on substantive law. If all of this is done as a licensed Paralegal you can offer, "Legal services in a permitted, limited scope of practise." Paralegals do not have the same freedom as a lawyer in Ontario, but they have more freedom then other Paralegals as they can offer independent legal services in certain areas of the law. Where as a lawyer can practise law in which ever area of law they wish. There is talk in Ontario of allowing Paralegals, with extra training and education to expand into family law. It's an exciting time to be a Paralegal in Ontario!
Matthew Sweeting Hello, I just read your comment and I myself am planning to get into Paralegal in the coming fall semester. I've been waitlisted though and have a bit of a concern about the job prospects for a 29 individual such as myself who has spent 10 years in the construction industry and hold a criminal record. My questions are: Would I have success in this field of study into obtaining a career in the Paralegal field even though I hold a record? Is there really an increase in the number of males obtaining positions in this career which many have stated that it's mostly occupied by females? Would my age and lack of showing interest into advancing into law school affect my candicancy for applying to a Paralegal position at any firm?
Can you give me some tips on how to be a successful paralegal? Right now I am enrolled in a paralegal program at my college and to be honest, it's kind of hard. I feel like I won't graduate. I need to because I've changed my major several times already. At first, I loved the paralegal program, but now, like most programs, it has gotten substantially harder. When you first became a paralegal, was it hard for you? Thank you so much!
Hey Rose! I'm actually a lawyer. I have worked with many different paralegals over the years. I would say that being a paralegal requires an intense amount of detail orientation. Lawyers often depend on paralegals for research, briefs, and proofing. What you should do is take a look at motions in successful cases and practice writing them out. Writing them will give you a sense of what it feels like to write in legal language that works.
I am studying paralegal right now at my college and I'd say the hardest part for me so far Is learning the language and the statutes for laws everything else is pretty easy
Say like simple assault in North Carolina is raised from a misdemeanor to a A1 misdemeanor depending on if serious injury occurred and depending on who it occurred to like state employees as long as the state employee is in his area of work. Sorry been learning this in class and trying to see if I'm retaining any knowledge lol
Hey I wanted to ask that if I pursue a 2 year paralegal diploma after my high school ans work with law firms for an year or so , will I be eligible to apply for jd later ?
That would not be sufficient in most jurisdictions to become a lawyer. In most states, you have to go to law school. California, Virginia, Vermont, and Washington have some form of alternative path. But it is more rare.
Hi, I have a question. I'm applying for my O1 visa through a paralegal, she's lawyer for 8 years and has passed her BAR exams but just not licenced to practise in CA. How safe and successful do you think it is for my case? She has worked in several Immigration Lawyers Office for 4 years prior to this. She also happens to be recommended by a lawyer friend of mine to save me some money. Thanks
Im not sure if it is compairable with our education here in switzerland. I studied for 3 years and my title will be: „Paralegal, Advanced Federal Diploma of Higher Education“. I work as a „specialist law inforcement“ at the federal immigration office. Is that equivalent to the paralegal in your country?
Hi. I have a question? Is it possible to be a paralegal part time on weekends. Specifically in real estate? I am considering stacking this on top of my m-f job. Have you heard of anyone doing this?
Im a brazilian attorney living in USA. 39 yo. Im confuse if I should get a LLM and take the NY or CA Bar exam, or if Is better just try to become an immigration paralegal first. What do you recommend?
I am a lawyer in Argentina, but currently I am working in Switzerland in banking middle office. I would like to go back into law but all I can get interviewed for are paralegal positions, given that I have worked in swiss law from a Argentina but I don't have a Swiss pattent. Would it be worth it at 25, going into one of these paralegal positions for a big firm and then after I have some experience take the bar?
It would probably be worth it more to you compared to others because you would have so much experience before graduating. You would probably increase your earning potential by a lot, especially, if law is what you want to do and you have those network connections already.
Will certain law firms be willing to pay for your law school tuition while you work for them as a paralegal. And then after law school you work a certain numbers of years for them as a lawyer?
I got an LSAT score of 145 and I'm feeling down in the dumps. So, here I am trying to find something else related to law. Thanks for posting this video. Also, I have the same lamp you have back there. 🤣
AH! Bummer. Yeah, 145 is not promising, especially if you're not already independently wealthy and can just afford to pay for school outright. You can try studying for a longer period and take a class to improve though. ( :
jaimekid2 Thank you. This was the third and last time I take it. I’m stuck at 145 and not wealthy. So, I’m looking for other options. I have a bachelor’s in Criminal Justice. While studying, I realized my interest was in the courts, not in law enforcement or corrections. I’m now trying to find a career within that field.
Great! There are plenty of other options from being a court reporter, to being a paralegal. Though I highly recommend reading this first: faculty.msb.edu/hasnasj/GTWebSite/MythWeb.htm
@@JackLloyd I was just concerned for you. I have viewed the other video because at one time in my life I wanted to be a lawyer and then after hearing about the career from you I said ouuu no hahha. Again, charge my heart and not my mind just concerned for ya bubba. Take care now 😁
Help me.. I am fresh graduate in law.. but I feel so scared to go practice.. Is there any field that I can go instead of becoming a lawyer.. btw in Malaysia we need to undergo 9 months chambering or so called intern in order to be called as lawyer.. but I am hesitating to go for chambering.. I am planning to go to HR...Human Resource.. Can a law graduates go into HR..
Do you have email or other ways on how can reach out..I want to seek advice on how to go about being a law lawyer having foreign degree and how can secure a job on your side..thanks
I have been a legal secretary since I was 20 years old, I have been in the private field and with the state, I have been wanting to go to law school for sometime, I'm 33 now and I feel that going to law school now would be wasted time, I already do most of the work but it seems like the only logical step is a law degree. Would you recommend law school at my age?
The fact that you have 13 years of experience as a legal secretary is a fantastic foundation. Your age isn't an issue as many people go to law school later in life. Given your experience, the only questions that remain are whether you can get into a decent school at a reasonable price and whether it is worth it given your economic circumstances. This will be determined by looking at your college G.P.A. and LSAT score.
right out of highschool i plan on joining the army to become a paralegal specialist in reserve, after that i can have my college paid and look for a law school to attend, hopefully it works out!!
Joining the army is only guaranteeing that you are going to be paid by theft and be in a position to die in war. I would advice looking at alternatives.
@@kevinarevalo5764 Taxation. Taxation is theft. It is the forcible taking of money by a group of people unilaterally. Ex: If I and 50 of my best friends said you owed me money for existing and took it at the barrel of a gun, you would understand it as theft, even if we mowed your lawn. That's the nature of the state. ( :
jaimekid2 but we agreed to pay taxes. I know we don’t really know what the taxes are being used for and we dont have much say in where to allocate them but we agreed. And what would be an alternative to building infrastracture schools etc without taxes?
After researching, I think becoming a lawyer is one of the best investments you can make if not the first. Work hard, play hard, represent yourself for something if it happens.
Okay so to be honest here, I want to be a paralegal. But not as a career. I just swore into Air Force and at MEPS I was shown that I'm eligible to be a paralegal and I picked that as one of the jobs I would like. My question is: is it grown upon to be a paralegal without any desires to move on and be in Law School or to being a lawyer? I'm just more of the type of person where I like a little bit of everything.
I'm having trouble in my flying career because I didn't pass my medical " over weight" and on a Cpap machine, so I'm looking to change careers thinking about paralegal studies but Ile be 50 yrs old this 2017. Can I still go for paralegal?
Of course you can, but you're going to need to be sure that you have the connections and/or the experience to get you into the field. You should try the work out through shadowing before committing.
If you are a paralegal first, pretty high. You have a much better chance of being a successful lawyer if you have some legal work experience before law school. Assuming you do well and network, your experience as a parallegal will help you land a legal job more readily.
I am about to graduate from college and have served in the military. I do not have a certificate as a paralegal. Will my credentials alone get me a job before I commit to law school?
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My pleasure! You would need to get a sponsor for an employment visa. The main difficulty is you would have to be admitted to practice in the bar in your respective state.
Do you need to have a strong writing skill in paralegal career? Because English is my third languages and I always known my writing skill is my greatest weakness.
In America, most of the time, you do. There are a couple exceptions: California, Virginia, Vermont, and Washington. There are some apprenticeship special exceptions there.
@@Tommy88- Hi. I know you posted this comment 3 years ago. It really spoke to me because I am in the same headspace right now. I am about to turn 30 and when I was 27 I put a deadline on myself. I was going to enjoy what was left of my 20s and at 30 I would go do something with myself. I used that time to try and figure out what to pursue. I just wanted to ask; What happened? Where are you now? Did you figure it out?
In most states, there is no education requirement to become a paralegal. There are some paralegal programs that follow a degree path, but many become paralegals through specialized training classes outside the college/university system.
I would like to add that you did not take into account location. Your city and may not be the same as someone in a highly populated city which leads to more job opportunities. Out of the 170 job applications your friend put out how many of those were out of his comfort zone? I have a strong feeling he didn't apply far from home.. At the end of the day, it's all about networking no matter what career you're in. This video is misleading because there are so many variables you didn't make a note of when determining job opportunities and advancement. To someone who watches this for the first time you might leave a sour taste in their mouth about the law field.
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I have my paralegal certification and have been working as a paralegal since I was 18. I am now 25 and considering law school. I have done pretty much everything an attorney does including court duties. Hope I do well in law school.
Carol D. Is it hard becoming a paralegal
I'm 19 and gonna be working for a big law firm in NYC, I see it as a way of getting my foot in the door to become a paralegal :) Im gonna go back to school in the fall and possibly major in paralegal studies
did you make a decent salary? im looking into getting a certificate as well and maybe law school down the line
How much do you make and is it hard work?
Carol D. Is speaking required for paralegals? I’m comfortable researching and writing, but speaking is a huge weak point of mine.
Paralegals is like what a nurse is to a doctor. Without paralegals lawyers would be behind in their job. I hope paralegals get paid well for what they do.
I'm looking as the salary now bc I was thinking I might become one.. I'm actually quite disappointed in how low it is. I'm in sweden, and it's like you said. The work and the pay is about the same as a nurse, but maybe even lower?
No, depending on what area of work you are, many lawyers ABSOLUTELY do not believe this. Insurance e defense jobs, certainly not. I feel I’m paid horribly and WOULD NOT recommend this job to anyone who needs to lean fully on a single salary. In 2005 I was paid pretty handsomely but my current job where I’ve been over ten years my salary has gone up a grandiose $3k. NOT keeping up with cost of living. I’m going to be looking for something else that’s in house or govt.
they dont
@LiMaking 20 years in the field. 20 years of abuse. after 20 years, I'm worth 15.50 an hour.
Nurses actually get paid well.
I have to agree. I'm a Sr. Litigation Paralegal and have been so for the last 5 years. Currently making $40/hr and to be honest some paralegals can make $100k/yr depending on the area of law.
Good for you!
Can we get in contact? Please
@@breedencroft6067 sure
Did u hve to get a 4yr degree?
jfloresdrums I’m currently a UC Berkeley student going into my last year and have been considering working my way up in the paralegal world instead of accumulating debt by going to law school. If you could give me some advice I would greatly appreciate it. My email is erikcuarobi@berkeley.edu. Thanks
Maybe re-title Is it worth it To become a paralegal BEFORE GOING TO LAW SCHOOL.
I don't think you need to bet the farm and go to law school unless (1) you can actually afford to bet the farm and pay for law school without going into debt (2) you really really want to be a lawyer.
As a paralegal you can make very good money depending on your specialty, and there are plenty of jobs that aren't advertised as "paralegal" but do prefer the skills from the paralegal certificate (contracts analyst, legal analyst, contracts manager, contracts specialist, legal specialist etc.) I plan to follow that route.
No time for law school but I'm sick and tired of getting taking advantage of or see my loved ones get taking advantage of. I wanna do this.
Wym?
You cant give legal advice; so you’re nothing like an attorney. Im a paralegal.
sun leo she has low her expectations, because she wants a stable salary to support her love ones.
I wanna do you. Ni hao
Thank you! My cousin is a lawyer and I asked him if he could have done his schooling differently, what would he do?
He said he would definitely become a paralegal first and then apply to law school once completed the UG.
So that’s what I’m doing. I want experience in the field before going into law school and also, 7 years of straight schooling was not appealing for me with two children. My plan is to work as a paralegal while going to law school, that way I do have an income for my children while pursuing my dreams!
Very wise!
That’s what I’m planning on doing. I just need to save up 10k and apply for UCLA which offers a 1yr paralegal course. Best of luck!
I appreciate your honest assessment. I spent 20 years in the military HR field. Now I want to try something new. Yours and a few other folks' videos are helping me do my initial research. Thank you and take care.
I love how your videos never sugar coat or idealize the career of a lawyer. It's true, people don't like to hear that lawyers have a hard time getting a job, a good salary and managing the debt accumulated in law school. It sucks but I had to face this reality. I don't come from money, I am not heading to a prestigious law school and am from south Texas so my prospects didn't look amazing. I've decided to put my law school plan aside and pursue something more creative and I guess I'll go from there. Some of us can't toil away 3 years of our lives and end up facing disappointing jobs
Wise idea. Law school is a serious commitment. I tell anyone looking into the field to ensure they have run the numbers before committing. ( :
That's why I've delayed education. This is very interesting to me. Subscribed.
Thank you for this! I’m barely finishing up my AA and looking to transfer to a university in order to be a paralegal. I had a feeling I wanted to be a paralegal first before going to law school due to the experience and knowledge I’d be able to gain and this definitely reassured me that I’m on the right path!
That's great! Definitely a wise move. You will be much more prepared doing paralegal work first - and you will be much more sought after for hiring than others if you have a few years of work experience as a paralegal first.
I enjoy almost all of your videos! KEEP POSTING!!!
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You don't make a whole lot, but it's better than minimum wage.
I started off at $18/hr, now make $22/hr. I am in Michigan. I got certified through Sebron University
Evd is it really hard work ?
Thats good money lol
NationalDeputy 9000 If you’re smart and know the law, and know what you’re doing & have legal experience (job or academic) then no. But you have to be mentally strong as well bc of the work load and dont take it personal when lawyers are stressed & yell at you
Your Beard is on point. I'm a paralegal in the army and find myself having more experience with only 2 years in, compared to some of my attorney's straight out of law school. Of course it's a completely different environment than the civilian sector.
Yeah - Military Law is a whole different world.
Your eyebrows are perfect. I am impressed.
Thanks!
I agree.
I currently just changed my major to paralegal litigation so I can graduate with an associates degree in paralegal litigation. I plan to become a paralegal for a few years and then decide if I would like to go back to school and become an attorney. I also noticed that Virginia allows people to get their license to practice without going to law school and you can instead opt to have an apprenticeship under a lawyer where you complete a certain number of hours with the lawyer and you can then take the bar exam to practice.
That's a wise route. It's good to get some work experience first, especially if it's in the legal field, before deciding on law school.
Have one toddler and plan for another child. Considering to get into law filed. Paralegal seems to be very fitting and practical (also there are more online learning options available).
Thank you for this video! - I’m debating on either transferring to a university to get my degree in political science or just getting my associate’s degree and be a paralegal. Law school is the only thing that is making me debate on this whole situation.
My pleasure!
I'm currently majoring in criminal justice with one year left with no idea what to do because I love 90% of my program. After watching a couple videos on paralegal work this may interest me, but I have no connections or prior experience for this. Thinking about doing an internship at a local prison this summer to further help me decide & gain experiences in general in CJ, but what do you believe would be good work to start out in before becoming a paralegal? Good experience to be able to obtain a career as a paralegal?
Cool video! Definitely hit all of the major points about becoming a Paralegal. One thing I would mention is that each state has different laws (or lack there of) about being a Paralegal. In California you must become certificated through a program (post graduate -- Associates/Bachelors or higher), or have experience working under an attorney who has been practicing law for x number of years and signs off an affidavit for you. I believe in Florida they have a certification requirement as well. As far as the job itself goes, it definitely varies depending on where you are and what kind of law you are dealing with. I've been a Paralegal for 4 years now, and I'm finishing up my BA and thinking about the next step (law school). It is a difficult choice!
chrispkreme Awesome! Thanks for sharing your experience!
Thanks so much, this was quite helpful.
Thanks! Your video helps me to understand well about paralegal
My pleasure! ( :
Paralegal was a highly touted career as a community college student about 14 years ago. Best wishes to those that pursue it in the present, future.
- What do you mean ?
It is worth the many sacrifices necessary in order to achieve that goal.
Thanks a lot for the insight, I've thought about doing this myself since I graduated with a high GPA and been incredibly unsatisfied with my career since then.
And you manage to produce your own comic while also working in law? How do you manage to balance the time?
Gary Hobbesworth No problem! Outsourcing. I am able to hire teams to take care of legwork for me. ( :
Does going to good law school matter or does it effect the way you get hired by law firms or getting paid more?
It can. The better schools have more prestige and associated opportunity. However, going to a good or a bad law school is no guarantee of an individual's success or failure.
Hi +Jaimekid2! I'm a former gov't-school teacher, but currently, I'm enrolled in a paralegal program in OR. I'm living in the OR/WA border, and was interested in the apprenticeship program that is only offer in a handful of states, including WA. Have you met anyone who has successfully "read the law?" I'm thinking of the using the paralegal program as a vehicle to get a great supervising attorney.
As someone whose main principle is liberty, what law field would you think provides more opportunities to be an advocate for individual freedoms? I was eyeing specializing in administrative law. Like S. Kinsella, a practicing patent attorney, who is a figure in anti-IP movement, I thought I could make a dent in the regulatory state by being more knowledgeable in that field. I'm just curious to hear your thoughts. (My professors would probably be confused by the question; they're very statist-loving, if not out-right socialist, here in OR.)
Hello Angeline!
That's great to hear that you're looking to use legal skills for liberty. I am not familiar with the apprenticeship program so I cannot speak on it.
Advocating for individual liberty through law practice is very difficult. This is because practicing law is not supposed to change the law for the most part. It is rare that a law is struck down in a manner that helps move individual freedom forward.
In terms of helping others, practice in criminal defense can help those who are being prosecuted (persecuted) by the government unjustly. Federal civil suits against the government for harms committed can be a means to attack government action (called 42 USC 1983 suits).
There is some seminal work potentially for nullification lawsuits against the Federal government under the 9th and 10th amendments.
Most legal work that advances liberty comes in the form of legislation or amendments that legalize or decriminalize. That's law in the political sphere - a different realm.
Hope that helps!
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Great video man. Very helpful
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I’m interested in becoming a paralegal and planning to start taking courses at a local community college spring semester. I have a question, is it hard for males to get jobs as a paralegal?
I don't think so. What matters is your experience. Get hands-on experience a.s.a.p. through being a legal secretary or volunteering/clerking at a not-for-profit.
Actually no! I think the ratio of men as paralegals is lower compared to women.
Also, most jobs require experience so it's hard to jump from one specialty to another. I'm currently a senior lit paralegal and want to get into securities and or patent law and it's really difficult. I'm only 32 so not complaining and the pay for being a senior with plus 5 years exp is in the $70to100k range in Los Angeles.
Great Video and Insight
I was really looking forward to becoming a paralegal....thank you for info
My pleasure!
Currently 18 just had a kid. Did a couple construction jobs but I do remember enjoying law class when I was in a academy at my old high school!
Nothing wrong with checking it out!
Hello and thanks for the video! I am a Florida Registered Paralegal (FRP), with a Bachelor's in Legal Studies, and about 4 years under my belt. I was truly seeking to become an attorney but once I stepped foot in the legal field, my eyes were opened and noticed that being an attorney was not feasible in this economy. I am not trying to be negative but for those seeking to enter the field in Florida but there are so many firms (mostly mega firms) that hire paralegals by the dozens and want to pay us like if we've never gone to school and what anyone with a High School Diploma can make. I personally know an attorney that has 5 years under her belt but is getting paid $60K a year and honestly, if you're paying $100K to put yourself through law school and paying your school loans, this is not enough. I believe this is sad because as you mentioned in your video, paralegals do the work of an attorney and have their work just check off in order to proceed with filing/sending, etc. If you are getting into the field in Florida, don't expect high compensation. Remember, there is always someone that is willing to do the same work as you for less. Also, with all of the Personal Injury firms here, FL is PI capital of the US and caseloads are skyrocketing. This can become very stressful when you have 80 -100 cases on your plate and without a legal assistant. Before paralegals in FL would make in $55K and up, now firms are paying in my area $40K ($18-$19 an hour). I truly love what I do, I just wish firms and HR departments had more consideration for our line of work...
Elizabeth Castellanos yes Florida is hard. Where I work we make peanuts.
Hi, I am bba, llb, llm from India, and working as a legal officer. I am planning to immigrate to canada, and I am looking for an opportunity in para legal. Can you pls suggest me, how to find.
What part of Florida, if you don't mind me asking?
Google Account all parts of Florida are over saturated with lawyers, central Florida having the most
I'm just staring at those Godzilla boxes in the back lol
Can you get an associates in paralegal studies then work your way towards a lawyer? If you want to continue your education for a bachelors, what are some recommended majors? Poli sci?
The majors that most prepare people for law school are:
1. Philosophy.
2. English literature.
3. Logic.
The majors that may have the most advantage for after law school are:
1. Business finance/accounting.
2. Engineering.
3. Public relations/marketing.
jaimekid2 was wondering if the associates in paralegal studies would let credits transfer to any major area?
@@ailedmontague7033 nah man its a separate study. You'd have to start from the beggining at a law school
Hello, Jack! I've read many of these comments and I appreciate how you have been responding years after the release of this video. If you would be so kind to me, I would like to inquire for your opinion about my prospects as a potential paralegal.
I'm 31, male (if that matters at all), and I have a BA in History and a BA in Economics. I've worked operations in a large retail store for more than 10 years. I started off there as a cashier and developed skills like customer service, money handling, and a basic familiarity with Anti-Money-Laundering (AML). I also have experience as a data entry and records clerk and as an accounting bookkeeper at the store. I've been an operations department supervisor or manager for the last 5 years.
I'm getting burnt out as a manager in such a high-turnover environment where people aren't very dependable and where the need to micromanage basic things is the norm rather than the exception. As a retail manager, my ability to multitask, work with stress, and work long hours if necessary is fairly well established though. I'd like to use my education and the skills I've developed with my work experience to transition into another career where I can be a dependable individual contributor rather than a manager. I took the LSAT several years ago and got an ok score of 156, but I decided not to go to law school for various reasons, particularly the cost and uncertainty over that as a career choice. However, paralegal is a career that scores highly on the various career aptitude tests I've done. I've long had a general interested in law, especially as it relates to things like individual rights, personal property, and economic liberty, as I share a mostly libertarian personal philosophy (do unto others, live and let live, etc.).
What is your assessment about my prospect as a potential paralegal? If anybody else has substantive feedback, I'd love to hear that too.
Thank-you!
Sounds like you'd have a good time trying out the field. Probably should get a paralegal certificate and see if you can get your foot in the door at a firm.
How long is this program? And is available online? And what type of jobs are available in BC? What are the requirements?
Thanks for the video. I am considering enrolling in a paralegal program at my local university. My only question is how difficult is it to find one's first job without experience post-graduation? All of the job alerts I've seen demand at least two year's experience in addition to passing a State certified program. Please give any advice you can! I honestly love the law and believe I would be excellent at this job, but don't want to pay an additional $7,000 on top of my undergrad student loans if the training will not lead to a job. Thanks.
Hello!
It sounds like you should talk to recent graduates and current enrollees and see how they are doing. Try to find out about the school's job placement program as well. You need to focus researching for the locations (cities/towns) you wish to work in.
If you don't have any legal work experience and have no lawyer connections (people who would give you a special look) it may be risky.
Your college needs to offer internships.
I have a question sir, I just graduated in CRJ and I want to become a paralegal, should I go straight to the certificate or get a legal assisting certificate?
Just wanted to know the major difference between the attorney and the paralegal; do they do clerical work and is required to type at certain speeds, also are they the firm's secretary and how do they get paid?
An attorney is licensed to practice law. A paralegal is not. A paralegal can do secretarial work, but they may also do some legal research and mimic some activities that lawyers do. However, they must always have their work checked and certified by an attorney who looks over the substantive concepts (the big picture).
Helpful video, thank you. Are you in USA or Canada?
USA.
Where are you from? Is it hard to find work in Canada too? Does anyone know anything about this market in CA?
Not from there. It's a good question!
Thank you! I heard it's more and more difficult for american lawyers to find jobs and I thought maybe Canada was going through the same thing. Maybe it's safer to pick another path then. Thanks again for answering!
No problem!
I'm studying to become a Paralegal in Ontario Canada, the supreme court of Canada recently shortened the time the government has to get people through the court system and in general they are hiring more people. In Ontario Paralegals have a lot more freedom then anywhere else in North America for one they can offer representation without supervision of a lawyer. For example, highway traffic law, Provincial offences, tribunal matter i.e., Social benefits tribunal, Landlord tenant board, Summary Conviction offences (where punishment is not more then six months imprisonment) a Paralegal can offer someone representation as they hold their own legal licenses. It's a two year college program or a three year university program and when you've completed the program which includes a placement you'll have to go to the Law Society of Upper Canada and write a legal exam I've been told it's 8 hours, four hours on ethics, four hours on substantive law. If all of this is done as a licensed Paralegal you can offer, "Legal services in a permitted, limited scope of practise." Paralegals do not have the same freedom as a lawyer in Ontario, but they have more freedom then other Paralegals as they can offer independent legal services in certain areas of the law. Where as a lawyer can practise law in which ever area of law they wish. There is talk in Ontario of allowing Paralegals, with extra training and education to expand into family law. It's an exciting time to be a Paralegal in Ontario!
Matthew Sweeting
Hello, I just read your comment and I myself am planning to get into Paralegal in the coming fall semester. I've been waitlisted though and have a bit of a concern about the job prospects for a 29 individual such as myself who has spent 10 years in the construction industry and hold a criminal record.
My questions are:
Would I have success in this field of study into obtaining a career in the Paralegal field even though I hold a record?
Is there really an increase in the number of males obtaining positions in this career which many have stated that it's mostly occupied by females?
Would my age and lack of showing interest into advancing into law school affect my candicancy for applying to a Paralegal position at any firm?
Can you give me some tips on how to be a successful paralegal? Right now I am enrolled in a paralegal program at my college and to be honest, it's kind of hard. I feel like I won't graduate. I need to because I've changed my major several times already. At first, I loved the paralegal program, but now, like most programs, it has gotten substantially harder. When you first became a paralegal, was it hard for you? Thank you so much!
Hey Rose! I'm actually a lawyer. I have worked with many different paralegals over the years. I would say that being a paralegal requires an intense amount of detail orientation. Lawyers often depend on paralegals for research, briefs, and proofing. What you should do is take a look at motions in successful cases and practice writing them out. Writing them will give you a sense of what it feels like to write in legal language that works.
Hey. I'm interested in becoming a paralegal. Why is it hard for you now ?
Yes why is it hard????
I am studying paralegal right now at my college and I'd say the hardest part for me so far Is learning the language and the statutes for laws everything else is pretty easy
Say like simple assault in North Carolina is raised from a misdemeanor to a A1 misdemeanor depending on if serious injury occurred and depending on who it occurred to like state employees as long as the state employee is in his area of work. Sorry been learning this in class and trying to see if I'm retaining any knowledge lol
great video!
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Hey I wanted to ask that if I pursue a 2 year paralegal diploma after my high school ans work with law firms for an year or so , will I be eligible to apply for jd later ?
That would not be sufficient in most jurisdictions to become a lawyer. In most states, you have to go to law school. California, Virginia, Vermont, and Washington have some form of alternative path. But it is more rare.
Hi, I have a question. I'm applying for my O1 visa through a paralegal, she's lawyer for 8 years and has passed her BAR exams but just not licenced to practise in CA. How safe and successful do you think it is for my case? She has worked in several Immigration Lawyers Office for 4 years prior to this. She also happens to be recommended by a lawyer friend of mine to save me some money. Thanks
I am not sure because I do not know her personally or her work product.
Im not sure if it is compairable with our education here in switzerland. I studied for 3 years and my title will be: „Paralegal, Advanced Federal Diploma of Higher Education“. I work as a „specialist law inforcement“ at the federal immigration office. Is that equivalent to the paralegal in your country?
Sounds similar. Something to look into.
Cool video!
Thanks. What do you think of older people becoming a para?
They can if they think that is a good fit for them. If they have great typing speed, that is a good start.
Hi. I have a question? Is it possible to be a paralegal part time on weekends. Specifically in real estate? I am considering stacking this on top of my m-f job. Have you heard of anyone doing this?
It may be possible, but not likely. Lawyers typically need someone available to work throughout the week when the court is open.
jaimekid2 ok. Thank you for the insight. I may look someplace else in finance or banking. I still find the whole legal thing very interesting.
Im a brazilian attorney living in USA. 39 yo. Im confuse if I should get a LLM and take the NY or CA Bar exam, or if Is better just try to become an immigration paralegal first. What do you recommend?
Depends on what you enjoy. It's better to get to working right away though. You'll want the money and the experience.
I am a lawyer in Argentina, but currently I am working in Switzerland in banking middle office. I would like to go back into law but all I can get interviewed for are paralegal positions, given that I have worked in swiss law from a Argentina but I don't have a Swiss pattent. Would it be worth it at 25, going into one of these paralegal positions for a big firm and then after I have some experience take the bar?
It would probably be worth it more to you compared to others because you would have so much experience before graduating. You would probably increase your earning potential by a lot, especially, if law is what you want to do and you have those network connections already.
Will certain law firms be willing to pay for your law school tuition while you work for them as a paralegal. And then after law school you work a certain numbers of years for them as a lawyer?
Not likely in many cases, but I'm sure it's possible to discuss and find some firm that would.
Thx u for the information God bless
I got an LSAT score of 145 and I'm feeling down in the dumps. So, here I am trying to find something else related to law. Thanks for posting this video. Also, I have the same lamp you have back there. 🤣
AH! Bummer. Yeah, 145 is not promising, especially if you're not already independently wealthy and can just afford to pay for school outright.
You can try studying for a longer period and take a class to improve though. ( :
jaimekid2 Thank you. This was the third and last time I take it. I’m stuck at 145 and not wealthy. So, I’m looking for other options. I have a bachelor’s in Criminal Justice. While studying, I realized my interest was in the courts, not in law enforcement or corrections. I’m now trying to find a career within that field.
Great! There are plenty of other options from being a court reporter, to being a paralegal.
Though I highly recommend reading this first: faculty.msb.edu/hasnasj/GTWebSite/MythWeb.htm
Great information, what happened to your left eye? Are you stress or did something hit you?
Slight lack of oxygen in that eye that looks darker, especially in a little bit of shade.
@@JackLloyd I was just concerned for you. I have viewed the other video because at one time in my life I wanted to be a lawyer and then after hearing about the career from you I said ouuu no hahha. Again, charge my heart and not my mind just concerned for ya bubba. Take care now 😁
Help me.. I am fresh graduate in law.. but I feel so scared to go practice.. Is there any field that I can go instead of becoming a lawyer.. btw in Malaysia we need to undergo 9 months chambering or so called intern in order to be called as lawyer.. but I am hesitating to go for chambering..
I am planning to go to HR...Human Resource.. Can a law graduates go into HR..
You can do whatever you want - but your law degree will hurt you because others will wonder why you're not practicing law.
Do you have email or other ways on how can reach out..I want to seek advice on how to go about being a law lawyer having foreign degree and how can secure a job on your side..thanks
You can ask here. ( :
oh good!
I have been a legal secretary since I was 20 years old, I have been in the private field and with the state, I have been wanting to go to law school for sometime, I'm 33 now and I feel that going to law school now would be wasted time, I already do most of the work but it seems like the only logical step is a law degree. Would you recommend law school at my age?
The fact that you have 13 years of experience as a legal secretary is a fantastic foundation. Your age isn't an issue as many people go to law school later in life.
Given your experience, the only questions that remain are whether you can get into a decent school at a reasonable price and whether it is worth it given your economic circumstances.
This will be determined by looking at your college G.P.A. and LSAT score.
Go for it!
L A did you go to law school?
right out of highschool i plan on joining the army to become a paralegal specialist in reserve, after that i can have my college paid and look for a law school to attend, hopefully it works out!!
Joining the army is only guaranteeing that you are going to be paid by theft and be in a position to die in war.
I would advice looking at alternatives.
jaimekid2 what do you mean paid by theft?
@@kevinarevalo5764 Taxation. Taxation is theft. It is the forcible taking of money by a group of people unilaterally.
Ex: If I and 50 of my best friends said you owed me money for existing and took it at the barrel of a gun, you would understand it as theft, even if we mowed your lawn.
That's the nature of the state. ( :
jaimekid2 but we agreed to pay taxes. I know we don’t really know what the taxes are being used for and we dont have much say in where to allocate them but we agreed. And what would be an alternative to building infrastracture schools etc without taxes?
@@JackLloyd we are all aware of the social contract, and joining the legal department would probably be a pretty safe job I would assume.
Thank you
I am enrolled in a Paralegal programme and thinking of doing my LLB. I currently have 8 years in HR with Post Graduate. Looking to make a change.
Awesome! 😁
After researching, I think becoming a lawyer is one of the best investments you can make if not the first. Work hard, play hard, represent yourself for something if it happens.
Find out the hard way: go to law school. ( :
Can you please mention the skillset required for a paralegal in US? Thanks
Reading. Computer word processing. Legal research.
Kinda like becoming a Surgical tech before going to med school and becoming Surgeons.
Okay so to be honest here, I want to be a paralegal. But not as a career. I just swore into Air Force and at MEPS I was shown that I'm eligible to be a paralegal and I picked that as one of the jobs I would like. My question is: is it grown upon to be a paralegal without any desires to move on and be in Law School or to being a lawyer? I'm just more of the type of person where I like a little bit of everything.
No. Wanting to be a paralegal and stay a paralegal is seen as more marketable and relaible if that's what you want to do.
I have completed my masters in Law from India and have 4years work experience in legal profession can i try for a legal assistance at canada.
Hi.. I'm thinking of the same.. Let me know if any updates please
David Medina
hi! I am a lawyer in Turkey. What should i do to become a lawyer in australia?
I have no idea. Lol
@@JackLloyd thx🥺
is that a metal bunkbed? or a loft bed? Do you like?
The Home Plate Special It is a metal bunk bed in a guest room. I don't normally use it, but it works well.
thank you! I ordered a loft one for one of the guest rooms and am hope it feels sturdy enough.
I'm having trouble in my flying career because I didn't pass my medical " over weight" and on a Cpap machine, so I'm looking to change careers thinking about paralegal studies but Ile be 50 yrs old this 2017. Can I still go for paralegal?
Of course you can, but you're going to need to be sure that you have the connections and/or the experience to get you into the field. You should try the work out through shadowing before committing.
jaimekid2 what does shaddowing mean?
@@thehomeplatespecial597 watching someone on the job to see what they do from a day to day basis so you can have a idea on what your job will entail
jared bond Thank you. I thought that is what you meant but making sure. You offer a lot of good advice and are helping people. Thank you.
@@thehomeplatespecial597 just a student still learning but thank you
Your eyes are gorgeous!
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what is the best school to take paralegal?
Community colleges that offer an associate in it.
What are my chances of being a paralegal, and working up to being a great Corporate lawyer cause my dream is to become a well paid lawyer
If you are a paralegal first, pretty high. You have a much better chance of being a successful lawyer if you have some legal work experience before law school. Assuming you do well and network, your experience as a parallegal will help you land a legal job more readily.
I am about to graduate from college and have served in the military. I do not have a certificate as a paralegal. Will my credentials alone get me a job before I commit to law school?
It could. But the question is what level of experience you have as to the job you're seeking.
@@JackLloyd Would you be open to communication?I have a resume on file. Email?
Wow amazing information and topic
My question is
Indians Lawyer can get H1b visa if they found employer/ sponsor in USA ,Paralegal or corporate Fields jobs?
Any Conditions to fulfil ??
We have Valid visitors visa as well
Ples guide us
Thank you 😊🙏✌️👍🇺🇸🇮🇳💓🗽
My pleasure! You would need to get a sponsor for an employment visa. The main difficulty is you would have to be admitted to practice in the bar in your respective state.
Can you share some links where I can find job.
I have done BBA.LLB. LLM in commercial law from India
Indeed.com
Is paralegal shcool difficult?
Will places less likely hire you even though you get your degree online?
What matters more than that is experience and work product. What you can do/show is paramount.
Do you need to have a strong writing skill in paralegal career? Because English is my third languages and I always known my writing skill is my greatest weakness.
Yes. You definitely will need strong writing skills and editing skills.
I thought it was a law certification not a license
Does anyone know if u need to go to law school to become a lawyer????? Also what do u need to become a lawyer??
In America, most of the time, you do.
There are a couple exceptions:
California, Virginia, Vermont, and Washington.
There are some apprenticeship special exceptions there.
jaimekid2 I meant paralegal not lawyer?
@@raneemhamed9677 Then no, you don't need to go to law school.
No it’s not worth being a paralegal as a lifelong career. Use it as a stepping stone to be an attorney. You’ll make more money and have more respect
I’m thinking about going down the route of being a paralegal. I’m a little old I’ll be 32, but it seems like something worthwhile.
If it's your passion - go for it. I would just recommend trying to shadow first and learn about it.
My passion is acting, but it’s been a bit extreme and unreasonable, so I’m thinking of something a bit more practical. Time to get on the right path.
@@Tommy88- Hi. I know you posted this comment 3 years ago. It really spoke to me because I am in the same headspace right now. I am about to turn 30 and when I was 27 I put a deadline on myself. I was going to enjoy what was left of my 20s and at 30 I would go do something with myself. I used that time to try and figure out what to pursue. I just wanted to ask; What happened? Where are you now? Did you figure it out?
@@ricardomendoza-oy8mp no I didn’t I’m unemployed lol.
So is it required for you to go to Law school for paralegal or a regular 2 year college or a 4 year college?
In most states, there is no education requirement to become a paralegal. There are some paralegal programs that follow a degree path, but many become paralegals through specialized training classes outside the college/university system.
***** oh ok thanks
Hey , I got offer from humber in Paralegal education for sept 21 intake. I will be coming there after completing my graduation from India in law.
Nice!
@@JackLloyd any advise for me bro ?
@@pujanraval9126 Not in particular. ( :
@@JackLloyd any idea bro where to pursue Paralegal? Humber or Sheridan ? I have offer from both.
@@pujanraval9126 I have no idea about those particular places. ( :
Martha eyes
Should I major or minor in legal studies? Or should I major in crim justice and minor in legal studies
For what purpose?
Depends on what you want out of your degree.
Hello sir, I am law graduated from India got 65% Marks ,,Can I eligible to do Paralegal study in Canada ??
I have no idea. I am not sure of Canada's requirements.
omg!? A MALE paralegal!!??? First one ive ever seen :/ The discrimination I face as an older male is criminal
Tuttieee rodriguez
It's impossible to get experience
It can be tough.
Is it easy to find a job as a paralegal?🙇🏾
Depends on your location and market and your own skills.
How would u have work experience without being one 1st place
Being a legal secretary or law firm runner.
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Hold up hold up hold up paralegals do most of the work for way less pay.....no thanks!
They don't go to law school and do that work.
Would being a paralegal in the Air Force help you to be come one in civilian life.
Yes. Being a paralegal in the air force would be considered great work experience for being a paralegal in non-military court affairs.
jaimekid2 Thank you for your service and quick reply. Do you know what kind of asvab score and requirements they look for?
rand_0893 For who? The airforce tends to attract top-scorers 90th+ percentile.
jaimekid2 For a hopeful paralegal
Is the Paralegal career for people with social anxiety?
Nah. You still deal with people as a paralegal.
Yeah if you're a hot chick and you want to marry a rich lawyer.
I would like to add that you did not take into account location.
Your city and may not be the same as someone in a highly populated city which leads to more job opportunities. Out of the 170 job applications your friend put out how many of those were out of his comfort zone? I have a strong feeling he didn't apply far from home..
At the end of the day, it's all about networking no matter what career you're in. This video is misleading because there are so many variables you didn't make a note of when determining job opportunities and advancement.
To someone who watches this for the first time you might leave a sour taste in their mouth about the law field.