How to recognise if you are a paralegal
Does the work you do mean that you are a paralegal? It is clear that a majority of employers do not actually know what a paralegal is, and what they do. And many employees are also not aware that they are actually carrying out skilled paralegal duties. I recently had to examine a CV of […]
How to choose between the services of a paralegal, a solicitor and a barrister
There are two traditional legal professionals in England, Wales and Northern Ireland: solicitors and barristers. Both are statutorily regulated professions, meaning both have membership bodies and regulatory bodies and the only people who can refer to themselves as ‘solicitors’ or ‘barristers’ are those who have been through the prescribed training process for either profession. Indeed, […]
How to find legal help
The most problematic element, when things go terribly wrong, is finding the appropriate help and assistance. When we have incidents in the home, such as a leaky pipe or electrical issues, we call either a plumber or electrician. It seems to be relatively simple to find such skilled tradespeople because it is a common requirement […]
Helping a client through the stages of going to Court
If you are a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner and you have been assisting a client with their legal matter, but it seems inevitable that the case cannot be resolved, it may be necessary to go to court. If such circumstances arise, then depending on whether the case is a criminal or civil matter will guide you […]
How to choose the right paralegal qualification
If you’ve ever fancied a career in law but felt the degree and tutelage requirements made that option beyond your reach, then there is an alternative; train to be a paralegal. Paralegals can undertake almost all the same activities as a solicitor, with a few exceptions known as ‘reserved activities’. Being a paralegal is a […]
Four of the most glamorous paralegal jobs
Being a paralegal may not sound glamorous at first, so you might be surprised to learn that paralegals work in a variety of fields, including some of the most sought-after and glamorous industries there are. Whether you love fashion or football, health, or hiking, writing or will writing, mechanics or mobile phones, there is a […]
How Paralegal help their clients through the stages of going to Court
When a Licensed Paralegal Practitioner has been assisting a client with their legal matter, there are times when seems inevitable that the case cannot be resolved. It may become necessary to go to court. If such circumstances arise, and it is a civil matter, here is how a paralegal can help. Reserved Activities The client […]
A guide to Legal Aid (video)
 NALP webinar – Legal Aid 10 years on It’s been 10 years since Legal Aid was virtually abolished by a government looking to save money and reduce unnecessary litigation. Our Patron, Amanda Hamilton, answers questions on how successful this has been over the last 10 years and what this means for Paralegals. Previous webinars […]
5 transferable skills you’ll learn as a paralegal
Training as a paralegal is a great way to start your career in the legal sector. But that’s far from all there is to gain from becoming a paralegal. Unlike other routes into the legal sector, paralegal work involves a lot more freedom and variety of experience, allowing you to focus on the skills, areas […]
Setting up a Paralegal Practice – some areas to consider
As the cost-of-living crisis continues to bit, more and more Paralegals are setting themselves up in practice in order to offer vital legal services direct to consumers. With experienced solicitors and barristers charging upwards of £235 per hour[i], many people are now turning to Paralegals. Paralegals can do much the same as a solicitor or […]
