Career Plan

Paralegal

I have an interest in the legal system.

Helping others through the prison system

Trying to make a change in how the legal system works.

Personal Interest

I worked in the criminal justice system.

I want to help those in need of legal representation.

Georgia

A.A. in Paralega studies

B.A. in legal or Paralegal studies

B.A. plus a Paralegal Certificate from an ABA approved program

Florida

Must have a degree and must pass the Certified Paralegal exam

Paralegal Sescription

Known as paraprofessionals who are non lawyer assitants

Effective Communication Sills

Writing

Researching

Investigating

Endurance

Mulititasking

Meticulous

Short-term goals

Excel in oral and written communication

Excel in time management and organiztion

Paying attention to my personal apppearance

Mid-term Goals

Getting my degree in Paralegal Studies

Become proficient in legal terminology

Write a professional resume and a strong cover letter

What have I learned

That doing a career plan has shown what I have to do in order to accomplish my long-term goal.

How will I apply

I will get my B.A. degree and take the Certified Paralegal exam

Importance of setting and achieving goals

It has made me more driven in getting all of my goals accomplished and making me feel like I can do anything in my set career