Paralegals

Family law paralegals - What are billables that we should be capturing that are ones easily missed? How do you include them in your billing (i.e. What does the client see on their bill)?

I have to ask... From my perspective, with all the years I've put in and the qualifications I've earned, how is it that I can't even seem to get an invitation for an interview? Seriously, … more

2025 raises and bonuses - just curious as to what is currently happening. Had the 2024 performance review - no bonus ( did not make billable hours) but got a raise which came out to 1.31 an hour.

What is the average yearly pay for construction litigation paralegals in Tampa 33602? It seems to vary from zip code to zip cod.

I'm a first-year paralegal in big law, and I have to ask: Does the intense worry over e-filing ever really go away? It's not the complexity of the documents, but the anxiety of handling the sy… more

I was dismissed last week, just 2 weeks before my 60-day probation ended. What makes zero sense is they hired me knowing I had no experience, promised training, but now I'm out, without warning, a… more

Happy Easter! I’m not sure if this is the right place to ask, but I have no experience in the legal field and I’m currently working towards my paralegal certificate (grad in December).

To gain experie… more

Looking for a job in north MS and there is nothing. I hate where I am currently and there’s nothing out there. Is my degree a waste of money and time at this point? I’m beyond frustrated

Thirty years as a paralegal here. Agree with Sr. Paralegal; 2008 hit some of my coworkers hard but in my area (insurance defense) it was biz as usual.

What is the point of a performance review if: 1 raises are abysmal 2 no more bonuses 3 there is no trajectory from your current role.

I’m a with almost 4 years of immigration experience and make about $28 an hour in the NJ/NY area. An attorney asked me if I was willing to help him with SIJ cases from beginning to end for his own fi… more

My boss wants our small team to do a potluck since one of our team members is retiring. Don't get me wrong, I like potlucks with friends/family, but this feels like I have to spend my own time and… more

What does an in-house compliance paralegal actually do?

I have this one colleague whose emails and small talk sound really blunt and even critical at times. Talking to him brings me down, and I dread seeing him around the office. We all have those personal… more

I am a paralegal of 20 years of experience in litigation (court cases) and in IP.

Now I want to join a managing company for a long-term career. Even though I know the basics of KYC, DCC, AML CFT, I am… more

I'm a paralegal in the public sector (7 years), and lately I've been wondering if a different legal field might be a better fit for what I'm looking for in a long-term career. For those of… more

How much would a paralegal trainee be making at top law firms like Kirkland and Ellis? Does anyone know a salary range?

CRE Paralegal salaries in Boston: is $105k low?

How to cope with lack of work ?
We recently hired an associate 4 months ago (who has a billable requirement, I currently do not). The work I always received and billed she now gets. Her work isn’t bill… more

Looking for paralegal jobs in the Philly area. Preferably in family law. Know of anyone hiring?

I’ve also been looking into international jobs. I know big jump, but I feel like I’m not getting response… more

I apologize if this isn’t the right place to ask, but I’ve been struggling with my transition into the legal field. I’ve been applying since Xmas for receptionist type jobs just to get my foot in the door but not much … more

What is a realistic amount of attorneys one paralegal should be supporting? I don't mind the number of cases I am working, I just think it would be more efficient if I was supporting fewer attorne… more

I'm struggling with a coworker in her late 50s who talks constantly and is very nosy, and it makes it nearly impossible to focus on my work. I've learned (from her) that this job is her only s… more

Jesus Christ. I was out on PTO for a week and I have a ton of discovery responses due. My attorney won’t allow me to ask for an extension for our responses on any of them. I’m seriously going to be pe… more

I work at an AM200 and actually like it. They keep saying the work is fast placed but I'm not seeing it. I'm used to getting s case and cranking out document production and file management. I&… more

Let's be real, this job can be demanding. What's a challenge that constantly pops up for you, and what's your best tip for handling it? For me, it's the constant battle with time manag… more

Since it looks like we might be heading into a recession, I've been wondering what it was like for those of you who were paralegals during the 2008 recession or other similar times. Did your jobs … more

I spent a good chunk of yesterday afternoon on the phone with a client trying to clarify some inconsistencies in their initial intake paperwork. How do you typically bill that kind of client communica… more

I'm dealing with a coworker who sits right next to me, and they're constantly making inappropriate comments about other people in the office and even some of our clients, which is honestly mak… more

I am working for a sole attorney. When they are stressed out, it comes out vocally in the tone of their voice. Which is fine, but recently it’s becoming vocalized towards me. They apologize and assure… more

I'm an ABA-certified paralegal who recently got laid off after a company restructuring. I'm trying to figure out where else to look for paralegal work besides the usual places like LinkedIn an… more

I'm wondering about the time commitment involved in becoming a notary and also whether it's worth doing. For those of you who are notaries, could you give me a rough idea of how long it took y… more

20+ years of working in the legal field. I’ve been looking for a position as a personal injury paralegal for over a month with no luck. I’m starting to wonder if it’s my age. I’m in the Charlotte, NC … more

Personal injury paralegals, what are your salaries like? I have 5+ years of legal experience, I have my paralegal certificate. At the firm that I am at I do intake and case management and I supervise … more

If a job is listed on indeed/glassdoor but not on the firm’s website, is the job really available