PARALEGAL SERVICES


What is Paralegal services?  

Paralegal services involve the help provided by professionals called paralegals or legal assistants. These individuals work with lawyers to do various legal tasks and make sure legal work is organized. The people who provide paralegal services are often called "paralegals" or "legal assistants."


What Paralegal Service providers do?
  1. Research:  They look up legal information, like laws and past cases, to help with the current case.
  2. Writing Documents: They assist in writing legal papers such as contracts or court documents.
  3. Managing Cases:  They keep track of all the files and deadlines for cases to make sure everything is in order.
  4. Talking to Clients:  They talk to clients to get information and update them on how their case is going.
  5. Preparing for Trials:  They help lawyers get ready for court by organizing evidence and getting everything ready for the trial.
  6. Specializing in Areas of Law:  They might focus on specific types of law, like family law or corporate law.
  7. Reading and Summarizing Documents:  They read legal papers, like contracts, and summarize the important parts for the lawyers.
  8. Helping with Administrative Tasks:  They assist with everyday tasks like scheduling meetings and handling emails.
  9. Following Rules:  They follow rules about how to do their job ethically and make sure to keep information about cases private.

 


How to become a Paralegal Service Provider?

Step 1:  Complete Higher Secondary Education (Class 12th):  After class 10th, enroll in a higher secondary program (Class 12th) with a focus on any stream (Science, Commerce, Arts).

Step 2:  Choose a Relevant Bachelor's Degree:  Pursue a bachelor's degree in law or a related field after completing Class 12th

Step 3:  Paralegal Certification:  Completing a paralegal certification program is common and can be advantageous. There are various certification programs offered by legal associations and educational institutions. Examples include the Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) or Certified Paralegal (CP) designations.


Types or Job Profiles

Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Legal Secretary
Corporate Paralegal
Real Estate Paralegal
Litigation Paralegal
Family Law Paralegal
Intellectual Property Paralegal
Immigration Paralegal
Bankruptcy Paralegal
Compliance Officer

 


Employment Sectors for Paralegal Service Providers
  • Law Firms
  • Corporate Legal Departments
  • Government Agencies
  • Nonprofit Organizations
  • Real Estate Firms
  • Insurance Companies
  • Courts and Judicial Offices
  • Banks and Financial Institutions