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Paralegal Stories - Insights into Paralegal Practice Areas

Read the first-hand experiences of paralegals in various practice areas, including the responsibilities, challenges and rewards of that specialty as well as tips for breaking in.

Paralegal Stories: Litigation Paralegal
Glimpse into the life of an experienced litigation paralegal. Learn about the responsibilities, benefits and challenges of this growing role.

Paralegal Stories: Trademark Law
Intellectual property is one of the hottest practice areas in the legal industry today. Review this profile to learn about the paralegal's role in trademark law, a subspecialty of intellectual property.

Paralegal Practice: Personal injury/Wrongful Death
What does a personal injury paralegal do? This interview with a practicing paralegal provides a glimpse into the personal injury law area, including daily responsibilities, challenges and tips for breaking in.

My Most Memorable Trial
A veteran personal injury paralegal recounts her most memorable trial.

Asbestos Paralegal
Asbestos litigation has changed a great deal in the past few years. A veteran asbestos paralegal shares the joys and challenges of working in asbestos law.

Non-Profit Paralegal
Looking for a non-profit legal position? This interview with a non-profit paralegal outlines some of the duties, advantages and challenges of non-profit work.

Freelance Paralegal
Would you like to launch your own freelance legal business? This interview features one paralegal who did just that. He shares his experiences and offers a few tips and insights into freelance work.

Contract Manager
Careers in contract management are growing. Learn about the roles, responsibilities and challenges of contracts management.

Tax Controversy Law
Learn about the benefits, challenges, daily responsibilities and job outlook for careers in tax controversy law.

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