Podcast Episode | The Underdog Uprising: Paralegals with Huascar Matos

Lawfully Employed with Host Chere Estrin Special Guest: Huascar Matos Episode Description: In this powerful new episode of Lawfully Employed, host Chere Estrin welcomes a true legal industry leader—Huascar Matos, Director of Paralegals at Foley & Lardner LLP and President of the International Practice Management Association (IPMA). Together, they dive deep into a critical and long-overdue...

Podcast Episode | Bullying: The Law Firm’s Dirty Little Secret?

  The Lawfully Employed Podcast with Host Chere Estrin Special Guest: Mark Gorkin, The Stress Doctor Episode Description:  What happens when law firms prioritize profit over people? In this explosive episode of Lawfully Employed, host Chere Estrin tackles a topic close to her heart: bullying in the legal industry—a rampant but often unspoken issue. Joining her is psychologist and author Mark...

Podcast Episode | Legal Reboot: Reinventing Law Firms for the Modern Attorney

Lawfully Employed with Host Chere Estrin   Guest: Chris Wilson & Lynda Stevens Episode Description In this conversation, Chere Estrin, Chris Wilson, and Lynda Stevens discuss the innovative approach of Fenimore Forward, a new model for law firms that emphasizes remote work and support for attorneys. They explore the differences in management, compensation structures, and the entrepreneurial...

Podcast Episode | Future Proofing Paralegals: Are You Headed in the Right Direction?

  The Lawfully Employed Podcast with Host Chere Estrin   Episode Description: Special Guest: Joe Spada, Boston University Paralegal Certificate Program   Lawfully Employed is a Podcast hosted by Chere Estrin. This podcast is for rebels and disruptors in the legal profession that are searching to shatter the glass ceiling, gain a powerful career, and expand their expertise. Views...

Podcast Episode | Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office

Lawfully Employed with Host Chere Estrin Guest: Dr Lois Frankel Episode Description: The episode delves into the intricate dynamics of how traditionally feminine behavior can undermine women's career growth, and the duo doesn't shy away from addressing the "girlish" behaviors that may unknowingly be holding you back at work. But fear not, as Dr. Frankel doesn't just point out the...

Paralegal Jobs Are Vanishing According to New AP Analysis

Bad, Bad News for Paralegals Paralegal jobs are vanishing according to a recent analysis.  In fact, out of the top disappearing jobs, paralegal is in the top 7 positions.    For years, the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicted that the paralegal position was one of the fastest growing fields.  In fact, as recently as 2011, the BLS predicted that from 2010 - 2020, paralegals...

There’s no such thing as an ABA Certified Paralegal…..

I'm on my soapbox today with a pet peeve. I noticed that some paralegals are putting "ABA Certified Paralegal" on their resumes, social media or announcing it to friends and employers. Here's a suggestion: Stop now while you still can! Save yourself some embarrassment or even keep yourself from getting rejected from a job!The ABA does not offer certification. Certification is a...