Are there freelance paralegals?

Freelance paralegals are also known as contract paralegals because they hire themselves out to attorneys on a contract basis. Freelance paralegals work with law firms and attorneys while independent paralegals provide their services directly to clients.

Can paralegals work independently?

A freelance paralegal, also called a contract paralegal, provides paralegal services to attorneys on a contract basis. Rather than work directly for attorneys, law firms or governmental organizations as an employee on payroll, freelance paralegals work as independent contractors.

What are independent paralegals called?

contract paralegals
What is a freelance paralegal? A: Freelance paralegals, sometimes called contract paralegals, are independent business owners that provide paralegal services to attorneys on a contract basis.

Are paralegals cheaper than lawyers?

Paralegals are actually a cheaper alternative to a lawyer, though the areas and responsibilities in which a paralegal work are much more limited and usually depends on their jurisdiction.

What is the difference between an independent paralegal and a paralegal who is an employee of a law firm?

Legally, there is no difference between an Independent Paralegal and a Freelance Paralegal, as the laws governing the Paralegal, or Legal Assistant, profession make no distinction between job titles, and treat all non-attorney paralegals the same.

Is there such a thing as an independent paralegal?

Independent Paralegals An independent paralegal is a non-attorney who provides legal document preparation services to the public, and may be referred to as a legal document preparer or forms practitioner.

What can I do with a virtual paralegal?

Our Virtual Paralegals possess strong work ethics, exceptional problem solving skills and are comfortable working in fast-paced and dynamic settings. We can assist with pleadings, law and motion drafting, legal research, due diligence matters, and the general support. Work with a Legal Secretary to provide legal and administrative support.

Can a paralegal work under the supervision of an attorney?

Because an independent paralegal does not work under the supervision of an attorney, there are limitations on what services he or she is allowed to provide. Independent paralegals need to be very careful to avoid practicing law by preparing pleadings that require providing facts that are not common knowledge or not considered basic information.

What are the advantages of being a freelance paralegal?

Being a Freelance Paralegal, as opposed to an Independent Paralegal, also offers the advantage of being allowed to prepare complicated legal documents such as responsive pleadings, briefs, and memorandum of law, and to perform more substantive legal work, such as interpreting a contract or a set of laws or giving an independent legal opinion.

Who are the paralegal virtual assistants I equivity?

An experienced legal professional, Julia has worked as a legal assistant for the US Attorney’s Office, legal secretary for two law firms and as a paralegal for the Wounded Warrior Project, a non-profit organization offering programs and services for wounded US military veterans.

Where to find the best paralegals for hire?

Hire the best Paralegals & Legal Professionals Find top Paralegals & Legal Professionals on Upwork — the leading freelancing website for short-term, recurring, and full-time Paralegal Services contract work. I have spent 26 years as a paralegal, primarily in litigation.