What can I do to get my foot in the door as a legal assistant/legal office. I am currently going to school to be a paralegal. But goodness it’s like..,, trying to pull teeth!!!

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Ugh, I feel you—it can be so frustrating! Have you tried temp agencies that specialize in legal placements? Sometimes they’ll get you in as a file clerk or receptionist to start. Also, networking with paralegals or joining local legal groups could help open doors. You’ll get there, it just might take a minute. I think the temp agency route could definitely be a good one!

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I didn’t know what was an option!! Thank you

Apply to a law firm as a receptionist, file clerk, admin assistant, legal secretary, etc. while you are in school. Even work part time. That first foot in the door is the hardest, once you are in, so much easier to move up.

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