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Paralegal Technology Tools Paralegal technology is a vital part of the day-to-day operations of any law firm. This includes a wide range of systems and tools, such as word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software; copy machines, electronic scanners, and multi-line phone systems; document management systems; conferencing capabilities; electronic case filing; and electronic discovery.  Whether you […]

Family Law Paralegal jobs What is a Family Law Paralegal? Family Law Paralegals assist attorneys in cases involving divorce, adoption, and child custody, to name a few. Generally, any event that concerns families and the law will fall under the umbrella of matters where a family law paralegal will assist.  Family Law Paralegal Job Description

What Does a Paralegal Make If you came here to learn about paralegals, and more specifically, what does a paralegal make, we’re going to dive into some ranges as well as qualifications that you’ll need to start your career as a paralegal. Many people considering a career in the legal field often wonder about the

Legal Assistant vs Paralegal by Definition Once upon a time, the terms legal assistant and paralegal were used interchangeably. However, in 2020 the American Bar Association amended the definition of a paralegal to remove the term legal assistant. Now that the two roles have been separated by definition, we’re going to explore the difference between

Determining Sound Mind as a Notary As notaries, we have a very important responsibility.  The responsibility of “determining sound mind” of a signer is a critical component of being a notary.  We must be confident that the signer understands the implications of their actions when signing a document.  They must be able to demonstrate that

What forms of ID can a Notary Accept At times, you may ask yourself, “what forms of id can a notary accept?” In some instances, you may find yourself working with a signer that simply does not have identification.  I have seen this quite often when working with elderly clients or those with disabilities.  They’ve