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Legal administrative assistants should have:
- good understanding of legal terminology, legal processes and common legal documents
- strong communication skills
- good research skills
You should be:
- detail oriented
- good with people
Paralegals should have:
- strong research skills
- strong written and verbal communication skills
You should be:
- analytical and logical
- persuasive
- good with people
Legal administrative assistants and paralegals carry out most of their duties in offices, courthouses or law libraries. Sometimes you must travel outside the workplace to do research or perform other duties. Most work full time throughout the year during normal office hours. The work can be demanding and stressful.
Sources: WorkBC Career Profiles, Career Cruising [profiles for 'Legal Secretary' and 'Paralegal']