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Is the Goal of Becoming a Solicitor the Exclusive Focus for Paralegals?

Ward Blawg

By Amanda Hamilton, Patron of the National Association of Licensed Paralegals (NALP) Paralegals play a vital role in law firms, providing essential support to solicitors and barristers. Their responsibilities may include legal research, drafting documents, client communication, and assisting with case preparation.

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Is the Goal of Becoming a Solicitor the Exclusive Focus for Paralegals?

Ward Blawg

By Amanda Hamilton, Patron of the National Association of Licensed Paralegals (NALP) Paralegals play a vital role in law firms, providing essential support to solicitors and barristers. Their responsibilities may include legal research, drafting documents, client communication, and assisting with case preparation.

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Mental Health Pre-Trial Diversion

The Barrister

11 Downsides Include: Exploiting the System : Some defense law firms actively market the Mental health Diversion program as a way to avoid criminal prosecution. This can create a perception that people are using mental health claims to escape punishment, even when their crimes are unrelated to their disorder.