How do they match: Paralegals and Legal Assistants

  • Law Clerk
  • Legal Clerk
  • Principal Law Clerk

  • File pleadings with court clerk.
  • Investigate facts and law of cases and search pertinent sources, such as public records and internet sources, to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.

  • Confer with court staff to clarify information.
  • Evaluate information related to legal matters in public or personal records.
  • Meet with individuals involved in legal processes to provide information and clarify issues.