Paralegals perform their duties under the supervision of licensed attorneys in law firms, and they may also work in government agencies, for insurance firms or on corporate, in-house legal teams.

According to Ryan Byers – an attorney at Rammelkamp Bradney who has worked with numerous paralegals throughout his career – the duties of paralegals can vary quite a bit depending on the law firm.

Even then, there are limits on what a paralegal can undertake. Typical duties for a paralegal may include: Lawyers, by virtue of their licensing, are considered to be “officers of the Court.” ...

As client needs evolve and firms focus on greater efficiencies, the hybrid legal support position—that combines administrative tasks with paralegal duties—has become more common. The demand ...

Assisting lawyers in this role, paralegals’ duties often include conducting legal research, preparing presentations, interviewing clients, drafting legal documents, and guiding law office ...

Payal Patel, director of legal projects, Robert Half Legal, Atlanta. (Courtesy photo) The mixed role of legal secretary and paralegal, known now as the “hybrid paralegal” position—that ...

The traditional role of the paralegal, or legal assistant, was just that, an assistant to an attorney, albeit one with training that resulted in that assistance being far more than clerical ...

Attorneys, educators and students often ask the question: "What qualities make for a good paralegal?" The responses are plentiful, including someone who is organized, detail-oriented and ethical.

Colleagues note her contributions go beyond traditional paralegal duties, particularly during complex trials. “She often conducts interviews of witnesses in government investigations and ...