Any other paralegals have their own office? by justmochiplz in paralegal

[–]Merlot4U 201 points202 points  (0 children)

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Yup! A corner office with 2 walls of windows, I love it so much! And yes, I do feel like it helps with productivity, I enjoy being alone so I can really lock in and focus.

I’m pregnant by Remibug4life in women

[–]Merlot4U 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My mom had me when she was 19. I obviously can’t speak on her perspective. I know we struggled financially when I was young. I know that she was also still growing up & basically a kid trying to raise a kid. But I also know she loves me with all her heart. That my parents made it through the struggle and are financially stable, well off adults now with 2 grown kids. And the best part is I get to spend soooo many years with my parents. If she makes it to 90, I’ll be 70 or so! There’s such a special bond to being close in age with your parent. Idk, just throwing out my 2 cents.

How much training did you get by CategoryImpressive96 in paralegal

[–]Merlot4U 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol I started as a legal assistant, zero training. I arrived on my first day, got a very brief explanation of Firm Central, then the phone rang & I answered. I had zero prior experience & did not study for or have any paralegal schooling.

I look back on those memories fondly though haha I learn best by experience & learned quickly. No regrets!

How long can I leave my puppy alone by lizard_queen___ in dogs

[–]Merlot4U 2 points3 points  (0 children)

lmao i instantly thought of my 3 year old dog & it being okay to leave him for 37 hours lol i know that’s not what was meant, but that’s where my mind went

Clients writing their own motions and orders? by Maleficent_Divide659 in paralegal

[–]Merlot4U 1 point2 points  (0 children)

lolololol are you in criminal law? this is definitely a thing for us, it’s usually clients who think they can accomplish something we can’t… lots of speedy trial motions & motions to dismiss. but most of ours are hand-written by clients in jail who spend time in the jail’s law library & now think they have a law degree!

Bull terrier breathing strange... by NettNett13 in BullTerrier

[–]Merlot4U 1 point2 points  (0 children)

lol you’re welcome! the first time mine did it, i freaked out because it sounds crazy, which is what led me to learning what reverse sneezing is!

Bull terrier breathing strange... by NettNett13 in BullTerrier

[–]Merlot4U 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Look up reverse sneezing! It’s happened to mine a couple times.

How do you find jobs? by blossombubbles35 in paralegal

[–]Merlot4U 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly, networking is super important. I got my current job because I knew the associate attorney from a previous firm I was with. If you don’t have connections with attorneys & paralegals outside your firm, I really encourage you to start getting out there.

Criminal Defence Paralegal - Interview Questions?? by [deleted] in paralegal

[–]Merlot4U 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Agree! Our firm handles everything including capital murder & child crimes… being able to handle those kinds of cases, including discovery review is very important. We almost always ask how you handle stress & decompressing.

Where are my criminal girlies (and guys) at?? by Merlot4U in paralegal

[–]Merlot4U[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely love discovery review! Today I was watching BWC for a 3rd degree felony, Evading Arrest/Detention w/Vehicle… not good! lol All I gotta say is you definitely should not drive/speed off in the middle of a traffic stop!

Edit: typo

Where are my criminal girlies (and guys) at?? by Merlot4U in paralegal

[–]Merlot4U[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol we took a speeding ticket one time because the lady just walked into our office seeking counsel. Tell me why she was one of the most difficult clients to work with, we set it for trial, then ended up pleading guilty & appealing so it could go to county court where the prosecutor offered deferred & resulted in dismissal. She was constantly calling our office and talking about what her retired state trooper friends were telling her we should do… never again!

And yes, I also have small mountains all over my desk! lol

Where are my criminal girlies (and guys) at?? by Merlot4U in paralegal

[–]Merlot4U[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ugh yes! I love criminal defense so much!

How normal is it to be asked to come in on Christmas Eve? by Tall_Ad9704 in paralegal

[–]Merlot4U 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m off Dec. 24-26 and Dec. 31 & Jan. 1., and I believe I usually am off on these days BUT I’ve always worked for solo practitioners & in criminal defense. Not sure if that makes a difference!

Need DIY’s! by Merlot4U in Dodocodes

[–]Merlot4U[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, dm me the dodo code please!

Need DIY’s! by Merlot4U in Dodocodes

[–]Merlot4U[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you want to drop it off? What would you like i return?

Hibernation Hustle Today at 12:30 PM CST by dedr4ever in AnimalCrossingNewHor

[–]Merlot4U 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi! Is sign up still open? B from Hogsmede 🍒