Paralegal Career Starter

by Learning Express LLC

• ISBN13: 9781576855713
• ISBN10: 1576855716
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-12-13
• Publisher: Natl Book Network

Summary

The paralegal profession is among the fastest growing careers in the United States. Working as a paralegal offers an exciting career in law, without the expensive and lengthy schooling required to become an attorney. But, because a paralegal does many of the same things as a lawyer, proper training is essential. This practical guide offers step-by-step advice on getting the best training and making the smart career choices that will lead you to a top salary with the right firm. - Get the schoop on exactly what a paralegal career has to offer-from the range of duties to areas of specialization to types of practices-in today's changing market - Discover which type of training program is right for you and benefit from the comprehensive guide to legal training programs - Find out about your financial aid options and how to navigate the application process - Learn how to get the most from your training program so you are the best prepared job candidate - Understand how to effectively tackle your job search using the most up-to- date tools and strategies - Finally, take advantage of essential advice on how to succeed in your new career and how to avoid hazards of the legal workplace

Table of Contents

Introduction Why Enter the Paralegal Field?	vii
Becoming a Paralegal	1	(36)
All about Training Programs	37	(42)
Financing Your Education	79	(32)
How to Find Your First Job	111	(14)
Job-Search Skills and Interviewing	125	(38)
How to Succeed Once You've Found the Job	163	(18)
Appendix A Directory of Paralegal Training Programs	181	(44)
Appendix B Professional Associations	225	(18)
Appendix C Additional Resources	243	(6)
Appendix D Sample Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)	249