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Virtual Paralegal Associates, Rebecca Cullen Discusses Life, Lessons & Legacy

Rebecca Cullen has so much to be proud of in her life including being the founder and principle of Virtual Paralegal Associates of New York, LLC (VPANY), a boutique remote Paralegal company dedicated exclusively to Trusts & Estates. Outside of work, her greatest joy comes from spending time with her grandchildren which she states “ground me, remind me why connection matters, and bring an energy and perspective that I truly cherish.” Recently she sat down with Bold Journey to discuss life, lessons and legacy. Read More Here» 

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Isis Edwards

As questions about career readiness face today’s college graduates, some students are finding their edge through serving their country. Service in the National Guard comes in many different forms, with many skills transferring to the civilian world. Airman 1st Class Isis Edwards is originally from Manchester, Connecticut, and is a drill status Guardsman at the Vermont Air National Guard. She joined the VTANG in 2023 at the age of 19 and is currently working in the Judge Advocate General’s office, providing legal assistance for her fellow Airmen. Read more here»

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Gadsden State Organization Opens ‘Career Closet’ to Support Student Job Interview Success

The Paralegal Association at Gadsden State Community College is opening the Cardinal Career Closet, an initiative designed to help students access professional attire for job interviews. “It is important to the members of the Paralegal Association that they help their fellow students make a strong first impression when starting their careers,” said Beth McGlaughn, Paralegal instructor and club advisor. All Gadsden State students will be eligible to shop for one professional outfit for an interview, free of charge. Read more here»  

CAREER NEWS AND INSIGHTS
How to Write a Modern Resume

What is the modern resume? Or more importantly, how does the modern resume compare to the traditional resume? The differences are certainly there, and they focus primarily on telling a career narrative and keyword optimization. While traditional resumes or CVs can vary in range or length, the typical length of a modern resume usually hovers around one to two pages. In fact, more and more recruiters actually prefer two pages over one page, even if you’re an entry-level candidate. Read More»

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