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The Differences Between Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Legal Talk Network

Every October 23rd, National Paralegal Day is observed to recognize and appreciate the invaluable contributions of paralegals. These dedicated professionals are responsible for conducting thorough legal research and managing extensive paperwork, playing a critical role in the operational success of law firms.

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At A Turning Point for the Law Firm Docketing Profession, A Conversation with Three of its Trailblazers

LawSites

It’s interesting because we’ve been around longer than paralegals, longer than legal secretaries. SCREECHFIELD: I tell people that we’re a cross between a paralegal and a librarian. We don’t provide legal advice, even if we’re lawyers. And, like paralegals, we work on the actual cases.

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Legal AI Tools

Lawmatics

Legal analytics: AI-driven legal analytics tools provide insights into trends, precedents, and the behavior of judges. This information can be valuable for lawyers in building stronger cases and making more informed legal decisions. Risk management: AI is useful for assessing and managing legal risks.

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Top 10 Skills Needed To Become a Successful Lawyer

MatterSuite

When addressing a judge, presenting to a jury, or negotiating with opposing counsel, lawyers must express themselves clearly, confidently, and persuasively. Persuasion involves presenting an argument in a compelling manner, designed to sway the opinions of judges, juries, and even opposing counsel.

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Top 10 Skills Needed To Become a Successful Lawyer

MatterSuite

When addressing a judge, presenting to a jury, or negotiating with opposing counsel, lawyers must express themselves clearly, confidently, and persuasively. Persuasion involves presenting an argument in a compelling manner, designed to sway the opinions of judges, juries, and even opposing counsel.

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Balancing Consumer Protection and Consumer Access with Alternative Legal Service Providers

Legal Tech Monitor

They help people on matters related to family law, domestic violence, elder abuse, housing, and debt collection—matters that often have the highest rates of self-represented litigants (SRLs) and that comprise a majority of legal matters in our civil justice system. They can also communicate with opposing parties to help resolve matters.

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Benefits of Attending Legal Conferences and Events

MatterSuite

Legal conferences unite professionals to share knowledge and discuss legal field advancements. Conferences unite lawyers, judges, paralegals, and legal tech experts, fostering collaboration, learning, and networking among legal practitioners.