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Law Firms Benefit from the Evolution of the Role of Paralegals

Ward Blawg

By Amanda Hamilton, Patron of The National Association of Licensed Paralegals Over the last few decades, there has been a shift in the perception of what paralegals are and what they can do.

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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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Groups Seek Pro Bono Lawyers for Ukrainian Immigration/Asylum Assistance

LawSites

Paralegals, legal secretaries and law students are also needed as volunteers. Law firms, corporations and other organizations with resources to share. Firms can help in preparing. immigration forms or asylum claims. One international firm, Wilkie Farr & Gallagher, has already agreed to donate resources.

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Equipping the Rural Lawyer for Success

Attorney at Work

They may also have trouble finding qualified personnel to help with practice management and paralegal tasks. Sourcing Specialty Talent: Freelance Paralegals and Legal Secretaries. For example, there may be a scarcity of local IT professionals to help them troubleshoot technology problems.

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The Importance of Legal Docketing for Law Firms Explained

Clio

The docketing process at a law firm can involve a variety of key players, including lawyers, paralegals , and other legal support staff, such as legal secretaries. For any legal matter, firms can also generate deadlines and events based on documents received from the court or opposing counsel.

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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

Here are the answers to some common questions regarding how AI might impact the legal industry: Q: Will AI replace paralegals? A: AI is not likely to replace paralegals entirely, although it will potentially transform their roles and the way they work. Q: Will AI replace legal secretaries?