Do you dream of assisting a lawyer in the defense of a murder suspect? Or helping to prosecute offenders in court? How about getting involved in high-stakes lawsuits? There are many rewarding careers in the field of law that provide entry-level opportunities.
Paralegals—also called legal assistants—help lawyers prepare for hearings, trials, closings, and corporate presentations. Paralegals might research cases and judicial decisions, and prepare written reports. Court reporters record official proceedings in the courtroom. They also capture press conferences, product introductions, and corporate sales meetings.
Many employers seek applicants with an associate degree or a certificate in paralegal studies. How about your job prospects? The U.S. government reports that employment of paralegals and legal assistants is projected to grow 22 percent between 2006 and 2016, much faster than the average for all occupations. Employment of court reporters is projected to grow 25 percent during the same period, much faster than the average for all occupations.*
Why wait? Check out career training opportunities on Education-For-Careers.
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2008-09 Edition.