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Who Gives a Damn About Paralegal Ethics?
I stand here, on the screen before you today, because I have the immense privilege of addressing each of you, individually, and a cross-section of the profession, collectively, in this way. I have also earned myself the obligation to do so. Even when it’s uncomfortable. Even when it’s not popular. Even when it’s somewhat controversial. And most importantly, when others don’t seem to be talking about the things that affect our profession at all. Especially then.
In Honor of Heather Heyer – The Paralegals STAND
By: Jamie Collins It is with heavy hearts, we post this tribute in honor of Heather Heyer, a paralegal, who …
Law Firms Microchipping Employees? (Not. Freaking. Happening.)
By: Jamie Collins I’m sure you’ve seen that tech CEO from Wisconsin in the news proclaiming his proud plans to …
The BEST Business Book I EVER Read. (For real, yo.)
By: Jamie Collins Greetings, Paralegal Nation! I’m here to shake things up and change your life with a simple suggestion …
A Rallying Cry Against Rogue Paralegals
When the time to stand up and fight presents itself to a person who is called to a cause: the soldier picks up his rifle; the boxer, his gloves; and the blogger, her keyboard. And we do not stop, until we have either silenced our opponent, or there is nothing of ourselves left to give. That time is today. The keyboard is locked and loaded. The House of Collins banner flies on high in the legal sector. The stallions stand at the ready. People are flocking to the streets holding poster boards boasting boating brightly colored glitter. Buckle up, people. Grab a beverage. Take a seat and grab your breakfast bar.
PARALEGALS: #DontDiscussBusinessInPublicLikeThis
We promised to bring you, our fabulous readers, more paralegal ethics posts in the name of our fun, new, empowering …
WELCOME TO THE UPRISING, ethical paralegals…and those who ain’t!
When the time to stand up and fight presents itself to a person who is called to a cause: the …
Turn the “Lights Out” on Bullying & Bad Behavior!
By: Jamie Collins (With inspiration from Chris “Lights Out” Lytle) Have you ever witnessed a person in your midst who treated other people badly on …
To Quit or Not To Quit? That IS The Question.
By: Jamie Collins Greetings, Paralegal Nation! Have you ever mentally pondered quitting your day job? Walking away from the esquire and …
Top Ten Tips for Paralegals on Slaying Stress and Surviving
By: Jamie Collins Greetings, Paralegal Nation! Woot woot. We hope this post finds you doing well, and by “doing well,” …
How to Work for Multiple Attorneys and THRIVE
By: Jacqueline King Greetings, TPS Nation! Long time no blog…we know, we know. Let’s chalk it up to the fearless founder’s busy …
The Reason The Best Paralegals Are Methodical
By: Jamie Collins “Stress is the negative whirlwind of emotions that gets imposed on top of our stimulation and engagement.” …
“Here’s Why You Should Hire Me.”
It was on this day, March 5, 2016, that I awoke and came to the sudden realization that I have apparently become the self-proclaimed Jackass Whisperer for the legal profession. Then I hit the “publish” button. And smiled.
“Don’t call it a come back, I’ve been here for years.”
~ LL Cool J (& Jamie Collins)
“A Little Paralegal Humor – TGIF Edition”
By: Jamie Collins Welcome back to the paralegal playground on this fabulous Friday (or darn near it), my friends. Why is …
Working for an Unethical Attorney? Run. Like. Hell.
By: Jamie Collins “If you’re going through hell, keep going.” – Winston Churchill Dear Paralegal Colleague, Looking back, I remember …
“The Funniest Video…Ever”
How long has it been since we put up a Friday “Fun Day” post? Too darn long, said every paralegal, …
“BREAKING NEWS: I am Still Alive.”
Alright, alright, alright—I, the fearless founder, am here today to confirm that I did not (quite) fall off the face …
Mentorship — My Stint As The Karate Kid
By: Jamie Collins One of the most amazing things that can happen is finding someone who sees everything you are …
The Paralegal Reality Show Known As: “My Life”
By: Jamie Collins You ever have one of those types of chaotic mornings when you feel like you’re in the …
“A Little Paralegal Humor – February Edition”
By: Jamie Collins Welcome to the inner ramblings of the fearless founder’s brain. Scary stuff, we know. Perhaps even a …
“The End of an Era”
By: Jamie Collins Today I find myself alternating between 2 pints of Haagen-Dazs – chocolate peanut butter and strawberry – …
Paralegals in Big-Law: The Unsung Heroes of the ‘New Normal’
By: Daniel Gans We have a new contributing writer stepping up onto the TPS stage today! Daniel Gans is here …
Dear Boss: I Quit! (A Paralegal’s Go-To Template)
By: Jamie Collins While attending a fabulous paralegal holiday luncheon last week, a rather interesting conversation sprang up at our …
“Wicked Cool Keyboard Hacks for Microsoft Word”
By: Jamie Collins Today, rather than attempting to write a semi-brilliant blog post because, quite frankly, I’m not feeling all …
The ONLY Post You Need to Read This Thanksgiving
By: Jamie Collins (in collaboration with Juan D’Arce, Jr.) “Sometimes, the stories we’re meant to tell have a way of …
“Greatness is a Choice You Make”
“There is nothing with which every man is so afraid as getting to know how enormously much he is capable …
“A Little Paralegal Humor – Halloween Edition”
Greetings, TPS Nation! Welcome back to the paralegal playground on this fabulous Friday. I was told a rather humorous story by a …
“Can a Newbie-Paralegal Succeed as a Freelancer?”
By: Jamie Collins Today’s topic is another one that has been chiseling away at my partially-caffeinated, semi-weary paralegal soul for …
“A Serious Reality Check on Paralegal Starting Pay”
By: Jamie Collins Alright, I really can’t help myself here. There are certain times when I feel so compelled to …
