r/paralegal

would be in tears if it wasn’t for you all. you guys are magical, helpful, and my main source of stress mitigation. Thank you.

I received an email from their hr recruiter asking for my schedule for a screening, I get back to them within the day, they go MIA for days, then reach out for my availability for the following week and then it repeats. It took 3 weeks to schedule a screening which was weird, & without an apology.

I thought this was a reputable law firm but i feel like this initial impression was unprofessional and disorganized. Any info/insight about this firm would be appreciated.

How are you other paralegals handling the new SOS Portal now that they have removed the client reference number option? We are a large firm with lots of user accounts and we are trying to see what method works for others in order to keep track of receipts/billings. Basically, they don't include receipts that include the name of the client. You have to print multiple different pages of backup. I feel like there is an easier way. Thanks!

I’m interested in becoming a paralegal, but I currently don’t have a college degree. I do have some college credits, but I’m not sure what the best path would be from here. I live in the Miami area and I’m wondering if it’s realistic to get into the paralegal field without first getting a bachelor’s degree. I’d love to hear from anyone who has gone through this, especially in Florida. Are there any good paralegal certificate or associate degree programs in the Miami area that you would recommend? I’m mainly looking for something reputable that could actually help me get my foot in the door and eventually build a career as a paralegal. Any advice on programs, certifications, or what employers in South Florida look for would be greatly appreciated!

I just had an interview with a group of 4. I feel like I bombed the interview and am under qualified, but I was drafting up a thank you email cause why the hell not. Any advice on the following?

I addressed it “hello all” but realized it may not be formal. I was going to address them individually, but I forgot their pronouns when they mentioned it in the beginning and worried I’ll mess it up. What’s the best alternative?

I tried to subtly address me being under qualified by stating “our discussion about the responsibilities and challenges of this role reinforced my excitement for this opportunity. I hope to apply my passion and experience while continuing to learn and adapt to new procedures, tasks, and systems.” Is that too much or is there a better way to address it?

Anything else I should add?