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Who Gives a Damn About Paralegal Ethics?

September 24, 2017

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.

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The Most Ridiculous Ethics Post Ever Written (It’s this one.)

May 18, 2017

By: Jamie Collins In all fairness, they drove me out of the darkness to write this today. It’s totally not my …

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A Rallying Cry Against Rogue Paralegals

April 24, 2017

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.

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PARALEGALS: #DontDiscussBusinessInPublicLikeThis

April 20, 2017

We promised to bring you, our fabulous readers, more paralegal ethics posts in the name of our fun, new, empowering …

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Turn the “Lights Out” on Bullying & Bad Behavior!

September 26, 2016

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 …

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To Quit or Not To Quit? That IS The Question.

September 19, 2016

By: Jamie Collins Greetings, Paralegal Nation! Have you ever mentally pondered quitting your day job? Walking away from the esquire and …

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“The Post-It Apocalypse”

September 8, 2016

By: Jamie Collins Once upon a time, there was an incredibly awesome paralegal, who fielded a telephone call from another …

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How to Maintain Client Relationships: Like a Boss

August 22, 2016

By: Jacqueline King Guess what, TPSers? Jackie’s back! With a big ol’ helping of great tips and candid advice, served up …

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The Reason The Best Paralegals Are Methodical

April 20, 2016

By: Jamie Collins “Stress is the negative whirlwind of emotions that gets imposed on top of our stimulation and engagement.” …

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“Here’s Why You Should Hire Me.”

March 5, 2016

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)

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“A Little Paralegal Humor – TGIF Edition”

November 3, 2015

By: Jamie Collins Welcome back to the paralegal playground on this fabulous Friday (or darn near it), my friends. Why is …

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Mentorship — My Stint As The Karate Kid

May 29, 2015

By: Jamie Collins One of the most amazing things that can happen is finding someone who sees everything you are …

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Tales of Smokeless Esquires & Crazy Paralegals

May 6, 2015

By: Jamie Collins (or some other paralegal) There once lived a crazy paralegal. (Are y’all with me here?) One I …

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“A Little Paralegal Humor – February Edition”

February 10, 2015

By: Jamie Collins Welcome to the inner ramblings of the fearless founder’s brain. Scary stuff, we know. Perhaps even a …

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“The End of an Era”

January 11, 2015

By: Jamie Collins Today I find myself alternating between 2 pints of Haagen-Dazs – chocolate peanut butter and strawberry – …

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“A Serious Reality Check on Paralegal Starting Pay”

October 15, 2014

By: Jamie Collins Alright, I really can’t help myself here. There are certain times when I feel so compelled to …

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1st Place Winner – “The Brick Wall:  Are we the architects of our own destiny?”

September 22, 2014

******* Our 1st Place Winner ******* TPS Writing Contest – Envy/The Brick Wall Jodi Savitsky Are you ready to read …

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3rd Place Winner – “A Paralegal’s Road to Envy is Paved With Hard Work”

September 15, 2014

******* Our 3rd Place Winner ******* TPS Writing Contest – Envy/The Brick Wall Angela Masciulli, CP, MPS We’re pleased to …

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“Games That [Fun] Paralegals Play”

August 28, 2014

Are you stressed out lately? Have you become a c-r-a-z-y person? Better yet, have you managed the workload of a …

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“The Paralegal Spotlight – All Eyes on Ontario”

April 7, 2014

By: Jamie Collins “If you put limits on everything you do, physical or anything else, it will spread into your …

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“Life is Like a Box of Chocolates!!! Tips for Landing a Paralegal Job”

November 25, 2013

By: Tashania Morris Greetings TPS Nation! Hoping you made your way to the paralegal playground fully-caffeinated and partially-sane on this Major Monday …

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“So You Want to Be a Paralegal? Listen Up.”

October 14, 2013

By: Tashania Morris There you are standing on the stage in your graduation gown, waiting anxiously to accept your award…the …

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Tweeting Jurors and the “Google Mistrial”

September 23, 2013

By: Daphne Drescher, CP Reprinted with permission from Proparalegal: http://www.proparalegal.com.  A super interesting article from Daphne Drescher regarding social media, …

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“How Fantasy Sports Makes Me a Better Researcher”

August 30, 2013

By: Rob Schwarz, Jr. Greetings, TPS Nation! Rob is here to share an entertaining post regarding the relatable parallels between research and …

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“How to Survive a Day from Hell”

August 14, 2013

By: Jamie Collins This post contains memoirs from the Founder’s ridiculously crazy Monday! Read at your own risk. Caution: You may find …

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Wanna Meet With Me? How About Never.

June 27, 2013

By: Jamie Collins Greetings, TPS readers! Today, I’m here to share the juicy tidbits of an inner-office exchange, which occurred …

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What Ontario’s “Grandfather of Paralegals” Taught Me

June 10, 2013

By: Chris Geobey Welcome back, TPS Nation! Today, we’re excited to share a post written by Chris Geobey, a Licensed Paralegal …

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“Jodi Arias & The Hung Jury”

June 3, 2013

By: Thomas Deitman Welcome back to the paralegal playground, TPS readers! You ever noticed when Tom stops by to share an …

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“Preparing for Mediation – It’s All In The Details”

May 6, 2013

By: Richard A. Cook, Esq. Greetings, TPS Nation! Today, we’re bringing attorney, Rich Cook, back to the TPS stage to share what should …

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“The Client Deposition – A Time to Plan, Prepare & Prevail”

March 6, 2013

By: Richard A. Cook, Esq. Wishing you heartfelt greetings of sanity, happiness, and paralegal euphoria on this rather fabulous Wednesday, …

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