Paralegals can receive training in many ways, but most of them take one of three routes. They are:

If you're ambitious, hard-working and willing to work with people, then the answer is probably yes.

Paralegal jobs are involved in nearly every type of business, because they are needed wherever lawyers are.

Most paralegals, about 70%, work for law firms, but a great deal are employed in organizations such as:

Most employers prefer hiring paralegals who are trained through an American Bar Association-approved program, but for many of them that isn't the only requirement.

Another concern that should be on your radar as a paralegal student is the array of paralegal certifications offered by various professional organizations. Though it isn't usually required, paralegal certification can help your employability a great deal.

Paralegal degrees come in different forms, and there are a few paths you can take. Most paths involve going to either a career college or a specialized academy, and as with any occupation, the more paralegal education you receive, the stronger your chances of being hired or advancing.