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Caseloads & Convictions: What to Expect From a Paralegal Career Path

[Credit: John Anderer | Ladders) According to countless TV shows and movies, the life of an attorney is both glamorous and attractive. The star attorney usually strolls into the courtroom and swiftly takes advantage of their expert-level legal knowledge, wowing the judge and jury alike in pursuit of an inevitably favorable ruling. Alternatively, perhaps the lawyer reveals a shocking piece of new evidence or a star witness at the 11th hour, setting the stage for a dramatic final verdict. That’s where the Paralegal comes in. Read More Here» 

PARALEGAL SUPERSTAR
Rosa M. Berdeja

Named one of the Women of Impact 2025, Rosa Maria Berdeja is a successful Immigration Attorney with her own practice. However, she started her career as a Paralegal and shared her Paralegal student experience with Dallas College. She earned an associate degree in El Centro’s Paralegal program in 2000, then earned a bachelor’s degree in applied arts and sciences from the University of North Texas. She also attended Texas Wesleyan University’s Law School, where she served as co-president of the Hispanic Law Student Association. She previously worked as a Paralegal at Locke Lord Bissell and Liddell. Read more here»

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Former TRAC Participant and UNO Student Finds Success and Support as a Paralegal

Benji Frith has seen the court system from both sides. From living as an incarcerated individual to having worked as a Paralegal at a law firm in Omaha, Nebraska, Frith’s journey reflects the power of education, community, and resources. Frith, who is currently a senior at the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO), not only pursued a degree in economics but also gained hands-on experience in the legal field. Read more here»  

CAREER NEWS AND INSIGHTS
Five Ways to Improve Your LinkedIn Profile in 10 Minutes or Less

[Credit: Michele Lando] I’ve talked a lot about how important LinkedIn is, and have also discussed how to optimize your LinkedIn profile by doing things like creating an engaging summary, however, today I wanted to talk about the little details that make a big impact. Here are five ways to improve your LinkedIn profile in 10 minutes or less. Yes, you heard that right, you can improve your LinkedIn profile in 10 minutes or less! It’s a lot easier than you think. Read More»

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