The Role and Responsibilities of a Litigation Paralegal

The Role and Responsibilities of a Litigation ParalegalThe Role and Responsibilities of a Litigation ParalegalLitigation paralegals are invaluable to attorneys before, during, and after the litigation process. Litigation paralegals form the backbone of the trial team. They manage the thousands of details involved in trial preparation, trial execution, and post trial work. The major duties and responsibilities of the litigation paralegal (beginning with the investigation phase and ending with the appeals phase) include the following Investigation Litigation paralegals often take the lead in the pre-claim investigation. The paralegals role may involve locating and interviewing witnesses, taking witness statements, gathering documents and evidence, creating case investigation notebooks, organizing documents, and creating a chronology of facts. Litigation paralegals on the plaintiff side may conduct initial client interviews and perform initial case assessments. Pleadings Litigat ion paralegals on the plaintiff side may assist in drafting pleadings including the summons, complaint, and supporting affidavits. Paralegals on the defense side may collaborate with the client to investigate the allegations and formulate responses. Litigation paralegals are often charged with the task of creating and maintaining pleadings indexes and filing pleadings with the court. Paralegals are also responsible for calendar hearing dates and filing deadlines with the court. Discovery The majority of a litigation paralegals time is spent working on the discovery phase. Litigation paralegals aid attorneys in drafting interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admissions, and other discovery. Paralegals on the defense side may be called upon to track down knowledgeable persons within the client organization to help develop responses to interrogatories and other discovery requests. Paralegals also create and maintain discovery indexes organize voluminous case files c alendar discovery deadlines organize, review, and analyze documents for production prepare deposition summaries organize, summarize, and analyze medical records, and assist with e-discovery. Litigation paralegals often conduct legal research, analyze issues, and craft legal research memos. Many are also tasked with some of the same responsibilities as a typical journalist. They must conduct factual research and gather relevant information from a variety of resources such as newspapers, libraries, police, and fire departments, trade associations, and traditional and social media. Pre-trial The litigation paralegals communication and organization skills are invaluable in the pre-trial stage of litigation. Litigation paralegals organize and index exhibits, prepare trial binders, and manage document-intensive files. Litigation paralegals also serve as a liaison between the trial team and third parties such as witnesses, clients, vendors, expert witnesses, and courtroom personnel. If the trial takes place out of town, litigation paralegals are often tasked with coordinating logistics such as setting up the war room, reserving hotel rooms and office space, and renting or purchasing necessary equipment. Trial During the trial phase, litigation paralegals are indispensable for the attorney. Paralegals organize exhibits, documents, and evidence. They also transport and set up files and exhibits in the courtroom prepare and issue subpoenas assist in preparing witnesses research and evaluate prospective jurors and serve as a liaison between clients, witnesses, experts, vendors, and the trial team. In the courtroom, litigation paralegals assist with voir dire and jury selection. They also handle exhibits pull together necessary documents prepare witnesses and witness files observe the jury take notes on the attorneys behalf order and review trial transcripts, and interact with clients, vendors, experts, and courtroom personnel. Paralegals may also help prepare jur y instructions and conduct post-trial interviews of the jurors. Settlement Litigation paralegals often assist attorneys with case settlements. Their role may include gathering and organizing data and information needed for settlement creating settlement brochures distributing statements or negotiations checklists drafting settlement agreements and releases, and assisting at pretrial conferences. Appeal Litigation paralegals help to identify issues for appeal gather and organize documents for a record on appeal and/or a joint appendix index cases for a table of authorities assist in the research phase help in the drafting of appellate documents, and file documents with the court. How Do You Become a Paralegal? The path to becoming a paralegal differs from one person to the next. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the most common educational path leading to work as a paralegal is an Associates degree, which generally takes approximately two years to earn. T hat said, if you already have a Bachelors or Associates degree in a different field, a Paralegal Certificate Program can provide you with the specialized knowledge base you will need for the job without requiring more years of schooling. What Does a Paralegal Make? The median annual salary for paralegals in 2017 was $50,410, according to the latest data by the BLS. The national average salary for all occupations in 2017 was $50,620.

8 lies we tell ourselves (and the questions to bust them)

8 lies we tell urselves (and the questions to bust them)8 lies we tell ourselves (and the questions to bust them)In any given day, thousands of words are coming out of our mouths. fruchtwein of what we say is probably totally true and on point. But so often, we shrug off the things that really matter. Because facing our feelings about something, or speaking those feelings, is justtoomuch. Its not something we feel like doing in the moment.But in masking whats really going on, we not only lie to ourselves, but we lose the ability to excavate our own understanding about the world around us. Little lies might just be little lies to ourselves, until they keep us from our own knowing. And we need that knowing, desperately, in order to take the right steps, in order to trust ourselves and our gut, and in order to make more magic rather than going with the status quo.Theres things that come out of my mouth all the time that I know are just lazy ways of brushing off whats actually going on f or me. But luckily, loving people who know me best will call me on that BS every time. And were all doing it. Like acting OK when were not. Were accepting the situation because fighting it feels hard. Were holding back our feels because of the floodgate it might cause. Were telling ourselves little quips that other people seem to believe but that doesnt actually do anything for expanding and navigating whatever is actually going on for us.The next time you hear these, pause for a minute. Ask a follow up question. Help someone get to their own truth. And the next time you spout off one of them, pause. Ask your own follow up questions. And figure out whats actually going on for you.Its fine. But its actually not.Follow up with ..Is it really fine?Im doing great. But actually feeling like shit.Follow up with Whats really going on?It all happens for a reason. But this one cant possibly be reasoned.Follow up with ...Would it be OK if theres just no reason here?It is what it is.But does i t really have to be this?Follow up with ...Is there a way you could take action for a different outcome?I dont know what to do. Yet. You will.Follow up with ...What would you tell someone else to do?I could care less. When you couldnt care more.Follow up with ...Why dont you care? What would happen if you did?Im so lost. Trust me, youre not.Follow up with ...Whats giving you energy right now? Can you do something small about it?Itll never workout. How could you possibly know?Follow up with ...But what if it did? What if it could? What would you be doing differently right now?Questions get us to truth. Ask more of them, to yourself and to others. When we can break down the lies we can get to a place of living our truth confidently. We can be more of ourselves, of who we want to be, of who weare.This article was originally published on MaxieMcCoy.com.8 lies we tell ourselves (and the questions to bust them)In any given day, thousands of words are coming out of our mouths. Most of what we say is probably totally true and on point. But so often, we shrug off the things that really matter. Because facing our feelings about something, or speaking those feelings, is justtoomuch. Its not something we feel like doing in the moment.But in masking whats really going on, we not only lie to ourselves, but we lose the ability to excavate our own understanding about the world around us. Little lies might just be little lies to ourselves, until they keep us from our own knowing. And we need that knowing, desperately, in order to take the right steps, in order to trust ourselves and our gut, and in order to make more magic rather than going with the status quo.There are things that come out of my mouth all the time that I know are just lazy ways of brushing off whats actually going on for me. But luckily, loving people who know me best will call me on that BS every time. And were all doing it. Like acting OK when were not. Were accepting the situation because fighting it feels hard. Were holding back our feels because of the floodgate it might cause. Were telling ourselves little quips that other people seem to believe but that doesnt actually do anything for expanding and navigating whatever is actually going on for us.The next time you hear these, pause for a minute. Ask a follow-up question. Help someone get to their own truth. And the next time you spout off one of them, pause. Ask your own follow up questions. And figure out whats actually going on for you.Its fine. But its actually not.Follow up with Is it really fine?Im doing great. But actually feeling like shit.Follow up with Whats really going on?It all happens for a reason. But this one cant possibly be reasoned.Follow up with ... Would it be OK if theres just no reason here?It is what it is.But does it really have to be this?Follow up with ... Is there a way you could take action for a different outcome?I dont know what to do. Yet. You will.Follow up with ...What would you tell someone else to do?I could care less. When you couldnt care more.Follow up with ...Why dont you care? What would happen if you did?Im so lost. Trust me, youre not.Follow up with ... Whats giving you energy right now? Can you do something small about it?Itll never workout. How could you possibly know?Follow up with ... But what if it did? What if it could? What would you be doing differently right now?Questions get us to truth. Ask more of them, to yourself and to others. When we can break down the lies we can get to a place of living our truth confidently. We can be more of ourselves, of who we want to be, of who weare.This article first appeared on MaxieMcCoy.com.

Black Friday Special Free Webinars by Kathryn Troutman

Black Friday Special Free Webinars by Kathryn TroutmanBlack Friday Special Free Webinars by Kathryn TroutmanBlack Friday Special Free Webinars by Kathryn TroutmanWhat could be better than a Black Friday Sale? Something that is FREEFree Federal Career Webinars for All Jobseekers, Senior Executives, Veterans, Spouses, Students, and People with DisabilitiesYou are welcome to join us for as many of these webinars as you would like Registration links are included below.Presented by Kathryn Troutman, President of The Resume Place, Inc. and author of nine current book titles on federal job search, will explain to you the ins and outs of finding your federal job.View System Requirements for GoToWebinar Please note Registration is limited to 100 attendees If a session is full, we will be scheduling another webinar in the near future. NEWCreating Your First ResumeThis webinar is based on a newly-developed resume guide,Creating Your First Resume by Kathryn Troutman and Paulina Chen (book editor and designer). Creating your first resume is a challenge whether you are a recent college graduate, high school student, veteran beginning a new career, or someone who escaped resume writing until now. A great-looking, targeted resume is imperative for landing a goodjob and career The book is available as a downloadable PDF until print copies are released atthe end of December, 2015.PresenterKathryn Troutman, Author,Creating Your First ResumeDates / TimesNov 27, 2015 1200 PM ESTNov 30, 2015 1200 PM ESTFREE Registration https//attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/2127924806319807233 All Jobseekers 7 Tips and Tricks for Federal Job ApplicationsVERY POPULAR WORKSHOP Kathryn Troutman reviews her seven favorite tips and tricks to improve your federal application, including the importance of keywords, accomplishments, perseverance, volunteer work, AND how to answer the questionnaire TEST questions You cant miss this webinar if you are a serious federal job applicant. Sample federal resumes are based on the brand-newFederal Resume Guidebook 6th EditionPresenterKathryn Troutman, President, Resume Place, Inc.Dates / TimesDec 09, 2015, 1200 PM ESTJan 5, 2016, 1200 PM ESTFREE Registration https//attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/4886122292340203266 NEW All Jobseekers Applying for a Federal Job with USAJOBS and the Resume BuilderThe USAJOBS resume builder is optional, but highly recommended by the federal human resources specialists and managers. The USAJOBS resume builder will present all of your recent and relevant work experience in the right format and is the best way to begin your federal resume for a competitive application. The federal resume is a Reverse Chronological resume. Sample federal resumes are based on the brand-newFederal Resume Guidebook 6th EditionPresenterKathryn Troutman, Federal Career Coach and USAJOBS Subject Matter ExpertDates / TimesDec 15, 2015300 PM ESTJan 06, 2016 300 PM ESTRegistration https//attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/1528926264667887618 All Jobseeker s Ten Steps to a Federal JobLearn about the most popular method to find a federal job the Ten Steps to a Federal Job. Think about which of the steps will be the MOST important for your federal job search Step 1 Learn the Federal Job Process? Step 5 Finding Keywords? Step 6 Federal Resume Writing in the Outline Format?PresenterKathryn Troutman, creator of the popular federal job search curriculum and award-winning book,Jobseeker Guide, 7th EditionDates / TimesDec 10, 2015 1200 PM ESTJan 06, 2016 1200 PM ESTFREE Registration https//attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/4398645016072770306 Veterans How to Write a Resume for Corporate AmericaUsing the Top 100 Military-Friendly website, Kathryn will analyze job announcements for Corporate America jobs and explain how to match your resume toward these positions. Resume samples will be demonstrated from the new book, Creating Your First Resume, Kathryn Troutman just publishedPresenterKathryn Troutman, Author,Creating Your First ResumeDates / Tim esDec 09, 2015 400 PM ESTJan 07, 2016 300 PM ESTFREE Registration https//attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/255733581124271874 Persons with Disabilities How to Navigate the Schedule A Hiring ProcessKathryn Troutman is an experienced Federal Career Coach for individuals with disabilities seeking federal jobs. Kathryn wrote the Federal Resume Guidebook 5th Edition with a chapter on this topic. Learn the best way to submit your resume for Schedule A consideration by the Selective Placement Coordinators who receive your resume and Schedule A letter. Sample federal resumes are based on the newFederal Resume Guidebook 6th Edition.PresenterKathryn Troutman, Federal Career Coach for individuals with disabilities seeking federal jobsDates / TimesDec 08, 2015 1200 PM ESTJan 05, 2016 400 PM ESTFREE Registration https//attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/5378986076092755970 Students and Recent Graduates 7 Tips for Writing a Successful Pathways Internship Federal ResumeKathryn Troutman, Co-Author of the Stude nts Federal Career Guide3rd Editionwill show you how the federal resume is different from the private industry resume. Learn how to stand out with a federal resume for a Pathways internship or position.PresenterKathryn Troutman, Co-Author, Students Federal Career Guide 3rd EditionDates / TimesDec. 10, 2015 4 pm to 430 pm EDTJan. 5, 2016, 4 pm to 430 pm EDTFREE Registration https//attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/8917965460696508417 Military Spouse DOD Program S Process and Narrative ResumeProgram S is a Department of Defense hiring program for military spouses. This one hour federal hiring program summary is designed for employment readiness and transition instructors to teach military spouses how to get a DOD federal job with Program S. Sample federal resumes are based on the Federal Resume Guidebook 6th Edition(just published) and the Jobseeker Guide 7th Edition(published June 2015).PresenterKathryn Troutman, Federal Career Coach for military spouses on PCS orders seeking positions in the US and Territories.Dates / TimesDec 08, 2015 200 PM ESTJan 12, 2016 300 PM ESTRegistration https//attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/8193334521435291138 NEW Senior Executives Writing Your Senior Executive Service Application for 2016 Start Writing NOWIf you do not begin writing your SES application a month ahead of any SES announcement, you will not make the deadline. The traditional SES application is 21 pages in length, and the included Executive Core Qualifications are 10 pages. Start now with this 30 minute free sessionbased on The New SES Application 2ndEdition just published Utilized by federal agency Career Development Programs.PresenterKathryn Troutman, SES Expert, Coach and Trainer, Author and Publisher of the bookDates / TimesDec 15, 2015 1200 PM ESTJan 12, 2016 1200 PM ESTRegistration https//attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/3777158163121155842

Career lessons from televisions reboot season

Career lessons from televisions reboot seasonCareer lessons from televisions reboot seasonIt seems like you cant flip through TV or movie listings without hitting a somewhat updated version of a movie or show. But why? With all the creativity in the world, why are there so many rehashed formulas instead of brand-new offerings? Based on ratings or preference, people seem to enjoy watching something they already know and love or at the very least are comfortable enough with so they dont automatically switch the channel or binge something else.In no particular order, here are some recent reboots and some career takeaways to considerA star is rebornDepending on who you spoke with, modern film purists either salivated or balked when this one was announced. After all, hadnt Barbra Streisand and Kris Kristofferson already created the perfect version of the tragic love story? Well, yeah. But so, had Janet Gaynor and Frederic March and Judy Garland and James Mason. Because not only had A Sta r is Born been filmed before, this is the 4th iteration of the tale of doomed lovers.Reboot career lesson learned While repeating yourself at work isnt always the smartest option, sometimes it is. If youre planning the annual holiday party and remember everyone loving the venue or dcor menu of the party four years ago, feel free to revisit. You dont have to reinvent the wheel every day of your working life, you just have to make sure that the newest version is on par with or oben liegend in some way to the one that came before.Charmed, Im sureWhen Charmed debuted in the 90s it told the story of an imperfect trio of sisters who happened to also be witches. Sure, there were underlying messages of sisterhood is powerful, but there were also the usual searches for love and somewhat magically available careers. On the other hand, when Sabrina the Teenage Witch debuted as a comic book character in Archie comics, she was most often portrayed as ditzy and adorable and happened to possess th e gift of magic. In Netflixs dark and murky reboot, she also battles issues of her potential dark side, bullying, sexuality, and choice.Reboot career lesson learnedIts almost spooky that the stories of young, powerful women (in this case witches) are making their way back to the small screen. In a post MeToo era, the TV landscape is shifting however slowly to include characters that are smart, fierce and talented, featuring women in the leading roles. If youve ever felt like your industry wasnt friendly to the idea of a woman supervisor or boss, perhaps its time to make a case for more women in your workplace.We are familyRoseanne Barr is no stranger to controversy, but a racist comment a few months back endangered not only her own career, but also potentially put the careers of her coworkers at risk. In a move lauded by many, the producers of the show fired its star, but the show was left with an uncertain future. Fast forward a few months and the formerly female-led Roseanne had morphed into The Conners. In some ways, nothing had changed. A show about a family became more so.Reboot career lesson learned As career inspiration goes, there was an incredibly valuable takeaway from the Roseanne story. No one is indispensable and nearly everyone is replaceable. Even if your name is on the door or letterhead, you must keep defining yourself as the rolle worth doing business with. And remember to protect your team, or they might just move on without you.And a misfireBack in the 80s, Tom Selleck embodied the role of TV private investigator Magnum P.I. complete with loud aloha shirts and his iconic stache. Selleck exuded charm while sharing crackling online chemistry with co-star John Hillerman. In the reboot, actor Jay Hernandez is surrounded by the same lush surroundings and has a posh bachelor pad to boot. Only it doesnt work. Or at least it doesnt work as a reboot of a show that relied as much on its cast as its surroundings. And unlike Hawaii Five-0 that someho w managed to recreate a wildly popular procedural, this version pretty much falls flat.Reboot career lesson learned Dont try to cram yourself into the wrong role. If your boss or coworkers try to force you to assume responsibilities that feel like a bad fit, speak up. And then find a way to shine instead of trying to be an imitation of somebody elses glory days.

Want to Know More About Customer Service Job Description for Resume?

Want to Know More About Customer Service Job Description for Resume? Things You Wont Like About Customer Service Job Description for Resume and Things You Will The most suitable fit for our culture is really hard to discover, Alter says. You are notlage likely to acquire anything in their opinion. You also need to embrace the thought of joining social networking platforms. The only means to truly get the thought of why you have to be particular about things like this is to look around at the other auctions. How to Find Customer Service Job Description for Resume Online Your list will arrive in handy once you need to pinpoint which of your skills are the absolute most important when compared to skills listed in the work description. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Has an excellent comprehension of basic computer abilities and the ability to understand how to use proprietary software quickly. Effectively working with others will call for distinctive skills to help cre ate a productive solution for everybody. You may additionally come up with different abilities and job duties based on the industry youre working in. Your expertise or skills in these regions ought to be listed on your resume. Be certain to include job certain skills. Before you complete a work application, write your resume or walk in the interview space, find out more about the organization and the position youre applying for. Some kinds of customer-facing jobs do need an outgoing personality, but others dont. A contractor is liable for employing construction workers and managing construction work. The contractor is largely accountable for completing the project in time and within the budget. Task Management Analysts offer the greatest nichts von to the projects to improve the operational efficiencies of the item. Skills lists generally speaking are tools you may utilize to help craft your application materials before you decide on a particular position. For this, it is critical to supply solution to the queries of the clients from time to time. Dont hesitate to revise this job description to fulfill your particular job duties and job requirements. Customer service is a significant portion of every business enterprise. It is used in many jobs at every level. Now it is about customer satisfaction. A customer service resume should showcase any appropriate experience youve got in handling customers. You should consist of shipping and handling in the united states in the retail price. A resume is a significant document when youre attempting to break into an entry-level customer service representative job. You ought to likewise make certain you simply develop a customer experience that could work with your sort of business. In case you have a great deal of experience in customer support, you might want to use a combination format to highlight both your years of knowledge and accolades. What the In-Crowd Wont Tell You About Customer Service J ob Description for Resume If you discover you cant honor a deadline for some reason, get in touch with your customer before the deadline and say so. It is very important to point out that team-support achievement has to be accompanied by that individuals capacity to attain different sales and customer-service goals consistently. The customer-satisfaction achievement shows youre ready to meet customer requirements and retain his attention past the transaction. Manage and prioritize several concerns simultaneously. New Step by Step Roadmap for Customer Service Job Description for Resume The greatest purpose is to supply a positive customer experience and enhance relationships between consumers and companies. Meeting sales goals and quotas is proof which you can sell, interact with customers to locate products that fulfill their demands, and recognize the firms business agenda. There are a few methods to gain my customers in retail. The the most critical factor youll be able t o imagine of doing when youre in retail is to offer your product lines. The charge card companies get 1%-3% commission on each of your sales. Patrons that are unaccustomed with your goods will figure out about them. From time to time, consumers may require some improvements in the business policies or the item.

What Everybody Is Saying About Resume Templates and What You Should Do

What Everybody Is Saying About Resume Templates and What You Should Do Developing a CV thats personalised to both the work description and the company is going to help it to stick out from the rest. Printable file is much better than developing your own personal design and fashion. Developing your resume is important. How to Choose Resume Templates Attempt to keep the resume no longer than 1 page, especially if youre asking for an entry-level job. Zetys resume vorlages are made with the assistance of recruiters and stick to the best practices in HR. Today an increasing number of folks are trying to find jobs online, and as a consequence theyre also applying for jobs online. Utilize restaurant templates to create a site A website is also quite crucial for restaurants to have because most customers utilize the web to find information regarding your restaurant. You may also alter the font if you wish (and the exact same goes for each and every template in our list). The upc oming free resume template is devised in the shape of a brochure. Utilizing a resume template is now an acceptable and smart practice for numerous explanations. Its important to format your resume so that it has the appropriate quantity of whitespace within it. The standard of paper on which the resume is printed also matters a good deal, when it has to do with giving a professional appearance to your resume. A perfect option for candidates with plenty of experience who want to have a really good one-page resume template. Once more, if youre searching for a slick beautiful resume template for your job-hunt, youve come to the correct location. Each one of our creative style templates offer you a perfectly balanced mixture of personality, professionalism and some style. Resume Templates A resume builder can help you rectify any errors and supply you with a working vision of the resume as you edit. When youve reviewed resumes in your field, peruse resumes across fields to know how to vary using action verbs and receive a feel for what makes a highly effective accomplishment statement. Such examples are extremely helpful because they save time which might have been wasted otherwise on figuring the ideal format out. There are essentially 3 styles of resumes. There is not anybody set correct means to collect a resume. Maybe youre searching for a new job, or only going after that promotion on the job. An impressive resume is critical for you to receive your upcoming employers interest. ersatzdarsteller check to make certain that everything on the last version of the resume is about you. Facts, Fiction and Resume Templates A lot is dependent upon the standard of the template that you pick. Once you have selected your perfect resume template from our selection, follow our totally free expert guidance about ways to craft the ideal modern resume. Sometimes all you will need is a timeless style template thats clean, clear and right to the point.