I just want to say I’m very thankful I took a leap of faith and decided to go back into being a paralegal instead of managing them. The last firm where I managed had extremely toxic management and I took a 30k pay cut for mental health. I was worried I would hate it and would miss the money. I’m happy to say I love being an in house paralegal at this new company. A lot less stress. Attorneys are easy to talk to and will make time for you. The paralegals are hard workers who mind their business.

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Continued: it feels like a breath of fresh air. I love it and will consider staying here for as long as I can. Forgot to mention I don’t have to bill my time.

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Having supportive attorneys can make or break a paralegal’s career, as dramatic as it sounds. Congratulations on finding a new firm!

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Congratulations!! I did the same thing about a year ago and have never felt better.

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Sounds like my Fortune 50 company. I love love love it.

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I’m praying I find the same. So competitive to get into

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