Key Skills that Law Firms May Be Looking for When Hiring a Paralegal
Are you prepared for the legal role you want? The beginning of the New Year is a great time to commit to personal development.
Jackie Van Dyke January 25, 2023
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Are you prepared for the legal role you want? The beginning of the New Year is a great time to commit to personal development.
After 25 years as a paralegal for reputable law firms and nonprofit corporations, I felt confident in my skills, experience and knowledge to start my
When presented with writing about an unfamiliar topic or a difficult subject, spend some time brainstorming through the scenario. Research the subject matter. Ask yourself
by Jackie Van Dyke, MPS, CP® – The Paralegal Writer Practice. Writing takes practice and more practice. Ask for feedback. “How can I make my
Ethics are of paramount importance. As an integral part of the legal industry, paralegals must practice ethical behavior and make ethical decisions daily. Paralegals must
Are your sentences too long? Here is a way to quickly identify sentence length in your next document: 1. Print out your draft.2. Use a
Overwhelmed with what to write. Unsure how to begin? Break down a big writing task into smaller steps.
The importance of writing became evident when I enrolled in a rigorous litigation certificate program for paralegals. I discovered words are powerful
