Paralegal Career For Dummies, 2nd Edition

Chapter 3

The Hunt Is On: Securing a Paralegal Position

IN THIS CHAPTER

Using traditional and not-so-traditional tools to find your dream job

Whipping up resumes and cover letters that show off your potential

Venturing out on your own with a freelance paralegal career

Nothing you can do will give you a better paralegal education than hands-on experience. And the best way to get hands-on experience is to get involved in an internship or job in the legal practice area you like best.

This chapter gives you the tools you need to find a paralegal job or internship, including sources for job leads and guidelines for creating cover letters and resumes. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, you can take advantage of our tips on how to start your own business, as well as our sample freelance rate sheet.

Finding the Perfect Job

Job hunting can be pretty challenging, but persistence and careful planning will give you the edge you need to succeed in the job search. Many different entities employ paralegals in a variety of areas, so sometimes you have to think creatively to find the best position for you. Law firms, government agencies, banks, insurance companies, and corporate legal divisions ...