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Central Illinois Paralegal

News, opinions, job postings and continuing legal education information for the Central Illinois paralegal.

http://icclaw.blogspot.com/

Jun 13
File Clerk/Runner for Downtown Peoria Law Firm

File Clerk/Runner for Downtown Peoria Law Firm

File Clerk/runner needed for growing transactional and commercial litigation oriented law firm. Experience not necessary. Strong communication and grammatical skills are essential. Please submit resumes in confidence to Gregory A.…
Jun 10
LEGAL SECRETARY Needed!!!

LEGAL SECRETARY Needed!!!

PRUSAK, WINNE, McKINLEY & DUNN, LTD.is in need of a full time LEGAL SECRETARYExperience preferred in civil litigation and worker’s comp.Duties include answering phone, transcription, etc.Benefits include medical and 401(k).Please…
Jun 10
Legal Secretary Opening!!

Legal Secretary Opening!!

Quinn, Johnston, Henderson, Pretorius & CeruloJob DescriptionJob Title: Legal SecretaryReports to: Partners, Associate Attorneys, Office AdministratorDimensions:This position is a full-time, hourly position based on a 37.5 hour week. On…

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713Bankruptcy.Com

Covers the preparation of Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy petitions. By Victoria Ring.

http://www.713bankruptcy.com

Jun 13
All You Need To Know About Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Law

All You Need To Know About Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Law

Do you know what Chapter 13 bankruptcy is? Well, it is the method how you can rearrange the outstanding debts that you have incurred. You need to know that Chapter 13 bankruptcy enables the debtor to get assistance from the … Continue…
Jun 6
Ch.7 & Ch.13 Live Bankruptcy Training Seminar

Ch.7 & Ch.13 Live Bankruptcy Training Seminar

We invite you to check out 713Training’s Upcoming Seminar for VBA’s, Bankruptcy Attorney’s and their Staff. This is a Great Opportunity to sharpen skills regarding Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies. CHECK OUT…
May 28
If you give up now you will never know

If you give up now you will never know

We hope everyone had a good Memorial Weekend. This newsletter was written by one of our subscribers, Simone Hardy @ www.simonehardy.kw.realty.com If you give up now you will never know Fear. Fear of rejection. Frozen.…

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Practical Paralegalism

Covers paralegal education, professionalism, practice tips and news. By Lynne Devenny.

http://www.practicalparalegalism.com/

Jun 13
A Plethora of Military Jacket

A Plethora of Military Jacket

I'm prone to long for things other style bloggers are wearing. Even if I'd look like a warthog in a leisure suit wearing the same thing. So far I have not succumbed to the J. Crew knock-off bubble necklace craze, but they're starting to show…
Jun 12
Goodwill Career Wear Challenge: Lynne

Goodwill Career Wear Challenge: Lynne

What can I say? Easy-peasy dress $5.00 from a local Goodwill. Dressing for work doesn't get any easier - or much less expensive - than this. The Deets: Maggy L dress (Goodwill); Liz Claiborne Faux Snakeskin Flex Pumps (old); Pendent…
Jun 11
The Other Closet Orphans No. 2

The Other Closet Orphans No. 2

Remember last week when I was rattling on about shopping my own closet? Well, it was too much fun, and almost free if you don't take into account I'd already paid for these mostly unworn garments once. Most of these better dresses came from…

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The Estrin Report

Created for professional paralegals. By Chere Estrin.

http://estrinlegaled.typepad.com/my_weblog/

Jun 10
From Communist Russia to U.S. Citizen - A Paralegal's Fight for Freedom

From Communist Russia to U.S. Citizen - A Paralegal's Fight for Freedom

Walnuts on My Bookshelf: Memories of Living in Communist Russia is a book that I just couldn't put down. This compelling story engrosses the reader from the very first paragraph. Written by an Alabama paralegal, Peter Kirchikov, the book…
Apr 30
The Old Gray Mare - Is She Still What She Used to Be? Ageism and Paralegal

The Old Gray Mare - Is She Still What She Used to Be? Ageism and Paralegal

"My supervisor remarked to me on two separate occasions that I may be "too old" for the type of work I was doing. At the time he said this, I had reached the age of 54. The supervisor was 46. A few of weeks after the second…
Apr 2
Shoot for the Curb - Everything Else is Gravy

Shoot for the Curb - Everything Else is Gravy

How many times have you set goals only not to achieve them? Come on. You already know in your gut when you set the goal that you probably won’t reach it. Despite clichés such as “Shoot for the moon” and other…

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Paralegal Mentor

Covers resources, organizational tips, ethics issues for paralegals. By Vicki Voisin.

http://www.paralegalmentorblog.com/

Jun 3
Dennyce Korb: 2013 Advocate Capital/AAJ Paralegal of the Year

Dennyce Korb: 2013 Advocate Capital/AAJ Paralegal of the Year

Dennyce Korb, a paralegal at the Johnson Eiesland Law Offices, P.C., in Rapid City, South Dakota has been named the recipient of the 2013 Advocate Capital, Inc. / AAJ Paralegal of the Year Award.Dennyce has been a paralegal for over 30 years.…
May 30
Biz Buddies: Vacation Tips for Virtual Professional

Biz Buddies: Vacation Tips for Virtual Professional

With Memorial Day still a fresh memory, Biz Buddies Tina Marie Hilton of Clerical Advantage and Vicki Voisin, The Paralegal Mentor, discuss vacation time for virtual professionals, including the challenges of disconnecting and the…
May 28
The Paralegal Voice: Paralegal Hiring Trend

The Paralegal Voice: Paralegal Hiring Trend

On this episode of The Paralegal Voice Charles Volkert, executive director of Robert Half Legal, joins host Vicki Voisin to discuss the future of the paralegal profession, how it’s changing, and specific steps you can take to land your…

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Paralegal Blaw Blaw Blaw

Features information, tidbits, and stories of legal interest to California paralegals. By Lori Paul.

http://lorijpaul.com

May 12
Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day

Happy Mother’s Day to all! I hope you all have a wonderful day!
Feb 15
Judge Orders Settlement Posted to Dearborn Attorney Facebook Page

Judge Orders Settlement Posted to Dearborn Attorney Facebook Page

In an article in the JD Journal a judge hearing the case regarding a McDonald’s in Dearborn has told an attorney to remove all references to the case from a Facebook page he created, according to The Detroit Free Press. The lawyer,…
Jan 28
2013 Salary Guide Released for Paralegals by Robert Half Legal

2013 Salary Guide Released for Paralegals by Robert Half Legal

According to the salary guide released by Robert Half Legal, 2013 should see an increase in paralegal salaries by 3.1 to 3.9 %, depending on the size of the firm you work for. You can get a copy of their salary guide here. You can also…

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California Family Law Paralegal

Features legal information, stories and cases related to California family law. By Lori Paul.

http://californiafamilylawparalegal.wordpress.com

Apr 17
Native American Adoption Case to the Supreme Court

Native American Adoption Case to the Supreme Court

Take the usual agony of an adoption dispute. Add in the disgraceful U.S. history of ripping Indian children from their Native American families. Mix in a dose of initial fatherly abandonment. And there you have it — a poisonous and…
Jan 19
Children and Divorce, Something to Think About

Children and Divorce, Something to Think About

I recently read an article posted by Stephan Futeral, a South Carolina attorney, with some great information about children and divorce and what parents can do to assist their children during this time. Per the article, “Divorcing…
Jan 6
Sperm Donor Fighting Against Petition for Child Support – JD Journal | JD Journal

Sperm Donor Fighting Against Petition for Child Support – JD Journal | JD Journal

Sperm donors beware in Kansas! According to the article below in the JD Journal recently, a sperm donor is being sued for child support by the State of Kansas because the lesbian couple that he donated his sperm to, used the…

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LegalTypist

Covers legal technology.

http://blog.legaltypist.com/

Oct 16
How to turn off ad tracking in Apple iOS6 – it’s tricky

How to turn off ad tracking in Apple iOS6 – it’s tricky

According to this Business Insider article: Apple Has Quietly Started Tracking iPhone Users Again, And It’s Tricky To Opt Out “The company has started tracking users so that advertisers can target them again, through a new tracking…
Sep 13
5 Tips To Save on Printing

5 Tips To Save on Printing

Use less ink/toner, set your printer to the draft setting Use the 2-up layout in Properties to print two pages per sheet Use both front and back sides of paper for drafts Get a printer that has separate color cartridges or better yet, invest…
Sep 4
Techy Tuesday – 5 Tweets of Interest

Techy Tuesday – 5 Tweets of Interest

Culling through a week of tweets – here’s the 5 links which garnered the most interest by my followers: 1. TLCxn Lunch N Learn Fall 2012 webinar series: http://ow.ly/d02pC 2. The Legal Connection Library can be found here…

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Working Mommy in a Legal World

A paralegal's view on odd cases, strange laws and interesting legal decisions with a bit of domestic humor sprinkled in.

http://workitoutmom.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

Jun 8
Becoming The Real UnHousewife

Becoming The Real UnHousewife

So, I turned 30. Booo, Hiss But before I turned 30, I had a bit of a revelation. I didn't like the person I was.
Feb 27
Fantastic News Update: Introducing The Honorable Michelle Williams Court!

Fantastic News Update: Introducing The Honorable Michelle Williams Court!

Fantastic News Update: On December 27, 2011, Governor Edmond "Jerry" Brown, Jr. appointed
Feb 25
Ode to Granny: Laissez Le Bon Temps Rouler

Ode to Granny: Laissez Le Bon Temps Rouler

Grandparents, most of the time, are the most amazing persons that walk the earth. I remember my mother's mother as if she were only alive yesterday. For more reasons than one, my granny, was a woman to admire. She was strong, beautiful…

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Atlanta Paralegal Services

Covers paralegals, the legal market and the legal profession. By Misty L. Sheffield.

http://www.atlantaparalegalservices.com/

Jun 5
What You Should Know About Litigation Lending

What You Should Know About Litigation Lending

If you work in personal injury or worker’s compensation you may have had the unfortunate experience of dealing with a litigation loan shark. Litigation lending is becoming more and more common with the difficult economy. All legal…
May 22
Happy Paralegal Certificate Anniversary!

Happy Paralegal Certificate Anniversary!

I graduated from paralegal school in May 1992 which makes this the 20th anniversary of my paralegal certificate.
May 9
7 Reasons to Use a Contract Paralegal

7 Reasons to Use a Contract Paralegal

In today’s legal market, many small firms and solos operate on tight budgets with little or no support staff. What some attorneys fail to realize is that there comes a point when doing everything yourself actually costs you more than…

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Paralegal Pie

Provides advice and solutions for paralegals. By Kim Walker.

http://www.paralegalpie.com/paralegalpie/

Apr 25
Medscape Physician Compensation Report for 2012

Medscape Physician Compensation Report for 2012

Very interesting on so many levels. http://www.medscape.com/features/slideshow/compensation/2012/public?src=ptalk&firstbullet
Apr 13
Feeling Blue

Feeling Blue

Just about every person that I spoke to this week was feeling "blue" - maybe its waiting for spring, tired of winter or any number of reasons. So here are a few quotes that I keep close by that help me when I am feeling blue or green or…
Mar 8
Bullying

Bullying

I was speaking to a friend recently who was completely stressed out at work because she feels she is being bullied by her boss. About 15 years ago I had a similar situation. I worked with three fabulous attorneys and one total…

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Paralegal Hell

http://paralegalhell.com/

Dec 22
Happy Holiday

Happy Holiday

Happy Holidays everyone! I am hoping to start blogging again soon, once we finish unpacking. Until then, enjoy this holiday poem. Mrs. Roudolph is pissed. Enjoy! Dear Husband, It is time that I must have my say, I’ve taken your shit…
Dec 9
Christmas Came Early This Year

Christmas Came Early This Year

Yesterday was a glorious day. Apparently, my two boys stayed up late the night before and conspired for the both of them to go bat shit crazy at school “just for fun” on the same fucking day. Here is the…
Dec 6
Christmas List 2011

Christmas List 2011

Due to HSF and I buying a house, the cost of the move, etc. we sat our kids down and explained to them that Christmas is NOT going to be very big this year. We suggested that they each pick four things that…

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Paralegal-ish

By Amy Boukair.

http://paralegal-ish.blogspot.com/

Mar 21
Fly Solo? Or Run With the Herd?

Fly Solo? Or Run With the Herd?

Times are tough.
Dec 6
Para - what??

Para - what??

This being my inaugural post on Paralegal-ish, I wanted to review some history of our profession.

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IPA Blawg

By the Indiana Paralegal Association.

http://indianaparalegals.blogspot.com/

Jun 26
Upcoming Technology Topic

Upcoming Technology Topic

This is a very exciting time for the release of new technologies. I am unsure if it is theresult of pent-up ideas that are finally beingreleased after years of anticipation or simplycompanies seeking to one-up each otherwith the release of…
Mar 10
Paralegals in a down economy

Paralegals in a down economy

Great podcast from Legal Talk Network http://www.legaltalknetwork.com/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=363
Feb 20
Laid-Off Lawyer Competes with Other Attorneys for Paralegal Job

Laid-Off Lawyer Competes with Other Attorneys for Paralegal Job

Laid-Off Lawyer Competes with Other Attorneys for Paralegal JobsPosted Feb 17, 2009, 09:22 am CST By Debra Cassens Weiss A 43-year-old Los Angeles lawyer who was laid off from her in-house job more than a year ago still has no permanent job,…

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