Paralegals have become an important part of the professional legal team. Although the field of legal assisting is only about 30 years old, it is one of the fastest growing occupations. Career opportunities are expanding as attorneys and the legal community better utilize the capabilities of paralegals.

Many paralegals work for private law firms under the direct supervision of a lawyer. Paralegals conduct research and draft documents. They may also conduct client interviews, locate and interview witnesses, conduct investigations, and do statistical documentary research. Additionally, paralegals  draft correspondence and pleadings, summarize depositions, interrogatories, and testimony, and assist the attorney in preparing for trial.
 

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