How Paralegals are coping with COVID-19
Amanda Hamilton from National Association of Licensed Paralegals (NALP) updates us on the paralegal world in light of COVID-19. As we continue to go through the most unprecedented time, in which families, individuals and businesses are trying to survive extreme...
How to conduct legal research
Today we’re joined by our partner The Institute of Legal Secretaries and PAs to discuss how you can perform legal research as a secretary, and the approach taken by some lawyers for this common legal task. Where to research the law If you need to research a...
Why should you undertake paralegal training and how far should you go?
We’re joined again by Amanda Hamilton, Chief Executive of the National Association of Licensed Paralegals (NALP). Today, Amanda provides some useful advice on paralegal training and how far you might wish to take it. It’s true to say that there is no...
Why train to be a paralegal if paralegals do not need to be qualified?
Paralegals are not statutorily regulated like solicitors and barristers are, so why do they need to be trained and qualified? Surely, anyone can describe themselves as a paralegal and there is nothing wrong with that?The answer to these questions is that, in theory,...
What role will paralegals play in the future of legal services?
As the services of a talented solicitor or barrister sky-rocket, and a reduction in legal aid continues, fewer consumers are finding that they cannot afford costly legal services. They are searching for an alternative.Paralegals are emerging as that alternative, but...
