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The Paralegal Picture: Best Internet Quotes for the Week Ending 07/05/09

By Lynne DeVenny

The economy may be showing signs of revival, but many paralegals are still experiencing employer budget cuts.

?I?m very lucky to still have a job, but it?s a huge impact on my family. You think about it when you shop, what you buy. You think about clothes shopping and what my kids might want. My 14- and 16-year-olds are working where I might not have pushed for them to work through the summer. It?s important that they understand they have to contribute as well.?? ~ Massachusetts paralegal Cheryl Leon discusses the impact of having her hours cut at The Revere City Solicitor?s office. She has also stopped giving her kids allowances. (The Boston Globe)

Many Americans are sacrificing their group health insurance, because they need the premiums for essentials, like groceries and housing.

"Insurance was a huge chunk of income that could be going to other things right now.? ~ Florida contract paralegal Amy O?Hara gave up health insurance in January but hopes it is a short-term decision. (Tampabay.com)

For others trying to obtain that first entry-level legal job, a law firm recruiter suggests being flexible in your job expectations to get your foot in the door.

"It is clear she does not have law firm experience. Therefore, she needs to apply for or request that she be considered for a position that will get her in the door." ~ Anne Conaway, senior human resources coordinator at Washington, D.C. branch of law firm McKenna, Long & Aldridge advises Louise Lee how to get a job in the legal industry, before applying to law school. She recommends that she apply for jobs titled project assistant, case assistant, floater legal secretary or administrative assistant. (The Washington Post)

Finally, this quote sums up the dedication and work ethic of a successful paralegal or legal assistant.

"Paralegals do whatever it takes to get the job done." ~ Oklahoma paralegal Cathy Ribble, owner of Digital Paralegal Services (via Twitter)

Full post as published by Practical Paralegalism on July 05, 2009 (boomark / email).