Opportunities in paralegal careers

• Main Author: Fins, Alice (Author)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: New York McGraw-Hill 2005
• Edition: Revised Edition
• Subjects: Legal assistants > Vocational guidance > United States; Legal assistants > United States
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• Physical Description: xi, 160 pages 20 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references (page 157-160)
• ISBN: 9780071438445; 0071438440

This is your passport to a successful and rewarding career. Are you looking for the latest information to open the door to the career of your dreams? The nation's largest career books series, McGraw-Hill's "Opportunities in ..." series gives you the inside scoop on more than 100 professions as well as on all the essential aspects of your potential career, no matter how specialized the field. From the latest training requirements to current salary statistics to the lowdown on life on the job, each book is packed with comprehensive, up-to-date information to help you confidently pursue the profession that's right for you!In this revised edition of "Opportunities in Paralegal Careers", you'll find: valuable information about job opportunities and earning potential, along with a forecast of the paralegal profession; comparison of paralegal work in the public and private sectors; interviews with working paralegals for realistic descriptions of working conditions; overview of education, curriculum, and training requirements; thorough listing of schools and associations in the U.S. and Canada, plus useful periodicals and books; and, related careers in the court system, such as court administrator, security, clerk, and reporter. Perfect for anyone from high-school students to career changers, this comprehensive, no-nonsense guide takes the stress out of launching a career that's both satisfying and financially rewarding. Here you'll find ample expert advice to make an informed, intelligent choice about your career - and your future