While both academic and legal writing require strong communication skills, they serve distinct purposes and adhere to their own conventions. Academic writing primarily aims to explore ideas and contribute to
The paralegal profession can be daunting because of the specific knowledge and skills required. The legal field’s exclusivity is clear in the fact that to become an attorney, one must
Typographical errors are a frustrating inevitability in everyone’s writing. While these errors, ranging from simple misspellings to punctuation mishaps, may seem trivial or even amusing, their consequences can be far-reaching,
You may have heard that to be a great writer, you must consistently hone your skills. While this is true, paralegals who write without the help and guidance of experienced professionals risk reinforcing bad habits and developing tunnel vision about their work.
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 freelance paralegal business. I also
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 the following questions: Who is
by Jackie Van Dyke, MPS, CP® – The Paralegal Writer Practice. Writing takes practice and more practice. Ask for feedback. “How can I make my writing more concise?” The positive
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 be cognizant of applicable sanctions
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 red pen and draw a
Overwhelmed with what to write. Unsure how to begin? Break down a big writing task into smaller steps.
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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 be cognizant of applicable sanctions