Just finished my first week as a legal assistant and cried on the way home today. It feels so overwhelming, and I've no idea what I'm meant to be doing
Thank you for this! I am starting to doubt my decision of leaving my current job to take on a legal assistant position I accepted. Starting to get nervous and scared working in a law firm but after this video, it gave me confidence and that I can do this!
Thank you, really enjoyed your video. I am thinking of taking the leap of faith; going into the legal field for the first time. Feeling unsure not having any experience. All the best in your new career. 🙂
This was so helpful I only have an associate degree in international studies cause I wanted to work something in immigration but I have no experience but I’m applying to jobs hoping for a chance. But I’m also shying away because I have no experience and maybe I’m not good enough
It took a lot of “no’s” for me to find a company that I felt comfortable in so know it’s all a part of the process and a no is just redirecting you to where you’re meant to be as cheesy as that sounds :))
Pleasee do more of this! It’s really nice to watch. I just graduated as a Legal Assistant and I have an interview soon. I’m really nervous because even though I did study Legal Assistant I’m still not confident about legal documents or knowing all legal terminology/terms 😭😪 When You become a legal assistant did they make you memorize all the legal terms?
Hi Angelique!👋 Thank you so much!😊 I totally understand, it can be overwhelming at first. For me, my law firm did not make me memorize any legal term per se as part of my job training, but I will say that I became more familiar with legal terms the more I settled into my role. Best of luck and you got this!❤️
I had an interview I got the job💕 No legal experience and no clerical office skills but still got the job. I'm so excited and anxious ! I'm on 3 month probatio tonsee how it goes and then they'll decide whether they'll keep me. Advice ???? Please ❤️
Congratulations 🎉 Don’t be too hard on yourself if you make mistakes! Ask lots of questions and also don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it :) Best of luck to you!
You can also check out more of my legal assistant related videos in this playlist where I talk more in depth about my journey/ tips I’ve gathered along the way 😊 th-cam.com/play/PL4kPaQUSiyD2N0XzW_J7Vgb6nIkYeWxH5.html
Could you become a legal assistant/ paralegal with an undergraduate degree in criminal justice? Thanks for the video it helps a lot I want to be a lawyer/ paralegal. I've had a lot of no’s but I'm optimistic and being either profession.
Hello! I’ve found that a college degree is not always required depending on the law firm. I think law firms look for experience mostly and how you would fit well with company. With the said, I think having the college degree can help and open doors. I definitely think criminal justice or sociology degree is a plus because it has some elements found in the legal field. But again each law firm varies. I think the best thing to do is try it out and keep applying until you get that yes-I was told “no” many times until I found a law firm that I felt was a good fit for me so it’s not an uncommon thing. Keep going and you got this!😊👏
Hi Alyssa. Been watching ur videos.. im a paralegal and a legal assistant based in the Philippines. where do you think we can apply as a legal virtual assistant.. that’s available worldwide? Thanks.
Hello!👋 Hmm, I’m not too sure, but in the past I’ve used job searching sites such as LinkedIn and Indeed to find jobs. If you’re looking for something virtual, you can filter your preferences for virtual jobs and they should provide you with a list of jobs that you can apply for. Best of luck!
Hello!, first I want say congrats on finishing!:) Everyone's experience is different especially where you live, but I would say for the most part don't be afraid to make mistakes, ask a lot of questions from mentors/ people who have been in the legal field, and don't be too hard on yourself if the legal industry is overwhelming at first. For me, I found getting my foot in the door by gaining hands on experience (i.e internship or like me apply for a legal assistant position) was the best way for me to learn and gauge if this career path was right for me. I am also planning to film a 6 month update as a legal assistant so more to come on this, best of luck!:))
Hi Alyssa, I am inspired with your video and I'll watch the rest of it about your journey as a legal assistant. Just want to ask if I'm qualified to apply for this kind of job? I have a 4 years degree course and I'm a secretary in a private law firm for a year and 4 months. Is that enough?
I definitely think you should give it a try! I would try talking to your supervisor maybe and ask about opportunities for growth at your current firm if you’re happy there and see if they could promote you internally possibly as a legal assistant ☺️
Hi icie i wanted to move to canada...i am an international lawyer. Practicing law in district court of Pakistan .i wanted to become enrolled lawyer in canada.....what step to take first ???
It depends, but I would say for the most part yes. I did have my BA in Political Science and admin experience prior to becoming a legal assistant, but I am not sure how much that played a role in me getting this position
@@jiensuyang3915 I think so! It really depends on the company because I do think it’s a case by case situation. Education, experience, etc can always help though as an added benefit 🙂
Just finished my first week as a legal assistant and cried on the way home today. It feels so overwhelming, and I've no idea what I'm meant to be doing
@@emilymacaluso6294 it can definitely be overwhelming at first, stay strong and remember to give yourself grace ❤️
You touched on my insecurities that I have felt starting a new job. Loved your advice,
I’m glad to hear it helped! I know it can be overwhelming at first ❤️
Thank you for this! I am starting to doubt my decision of leaving my current job to take on a legal assistant position I accepted. Starting to get nervous and scared working in a law firm but after this video, it gave me confidence and that I can do this!
I'm so happy to heat that! Yes, you got this, I believe in you 💗
Thank you, really enjoyed your video. I am thinking of taking the leap of faith; going into the legal field for the first time. Feeling unsure not having any experience. All the best in your new career. 🙂
Sometimes that leap of faith is all it takes-you never know where it will lead you!☺️ Best of luck💖
@@lifewithicie thank you for your reply. 🙂
Very helpful. I have interview tomorrow for legal assistant. Thank you for this.🇵🇭
So happy you found it useful!:)
so proud of my bestie 🤩❤️❤️
aw love you bestie, appreciate u and all ur support 🥰❤️
You're so kind. Thank you for boosting my confidence through this video. :)
thank you for you kind words ✨❤️
This was so helpful I only have an associate degree in international studies cause I wanted to work something in immigration but I have no experience but I’m applying to jobs hoping for a chance. But I’m also shying away because I have no experience and maybe I’m not good enough
Good luck!! You got this 😊 Just know the right job will see your talents and potential 🤍✨
It took a lot of “no’s” for me to find a company that I felt comfortable in so know it’s all a part of the process and a no is just redirecting you to where you’re meant to be as cheesy as that sounds :))
@@lifewithicie how are your hours operated if u don't finish up in the office can u finish at home on a desktop
Sorry I see you answered that I was not that far into the video but thank you for giving us this valuable information
Hi Jada! I'm glad you found it helpful : )
Hey Icie! I will graduate in May and will be applying to jobs soon. May I ask what websites you used to look for jobs?
I mostly used Indeed and LinkedIn! Good luck😊
Pleasee do more of this! It’s really nice to watch. I just graduated as a Legal Assistant and I have an interview soon. I’m really nervous because even though I did study Legal Assistant I’m still not confident about legal documents or knowing all legal terminology/terms 😭😪 When You become a legal assistant did they make you memorize all the legal terms?
Hi Angelique!👋 Thank you so much!😊 I totally understand, it can be overwhelming at first. For me, my law firm did not make me memorize any legal term per se as part of my job training, but I will say that I became more familiar with legal terms the more I settled into my role. Best of luck and you got this!❤️
I had an interview I got the job💕
No legal experience and no clerical office skills but still got the job.
I'm so excited and anxious !
I'm on 3 month probatio tonsee how it goes and then they'll decide whether they'll keep me.
Advice ???? Please ❤️
Congratulations 🎉 Don’t be too hard on yourself if you make mistakes! Ask lots of questions and also don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it :) Best of luck to you!
You can also check out more of my legal assistant related videos in this playlist where I talk more in depth about my journey/ tips I’ve gathered along the way 😊
th-cam.com/play/PL4kPaQUSiyD2N0XzW_J7Vgb6nIkYeWxH5.html
@PattyNfriendzy774 how's it going!!? Its been 6months how do you feel?
Great advice! Thanks! ❤
Thank you Dani!😊
Could you become a legal assistant/ paralegal with an undergraduate degree in criminal justice? Thanks for the video it helps a lot I want to be a lawyer/ paralegal. I've had a lot of no’s but I'm optimistic and being either profession.
Where I’m from to become a legal assistant some people don’t even need a degree, just a high school diploma or a certificate from a local college.
Yes, I find with this specific role, experience helps the most, but it depends on the law firm too I’ve seen!
Hello! I’ve found that a college degree is not always required depending on the law firm. I think law firms look for experience mostly and how you would fit well with company. With the said, I think having the college degree can help and open doors. I definitely think criminal justice or sociology degree is a plus because it has some elements found in the legal field. But again each law firm varies. I think the best thing to do is try it out and keep applying until you get that yes-I was told “no” many times until I found a law firm that I felt was a good fit for me so it’s not an uncommon thing. Keep going and you got this!😊👏
@@suzie_602 here. College undergrad and have been a paralegal/legal assistant (virtually) for more than 3years now :)
Hi Alyssa. Been watching ur videos.. im a paralegal and a legal assistant based in the Philippines. where do you think we can apply as a legal virtual assistant.. that’s available worldwide? Thanks.
Hello!👋 Hmm, I’m not too sure, but in the past I’ve used job searching sites such as LinkedIn and Indeed to find jobs. If you’re looking for something virtual, you can filter your preferences for virtual jobs and they should provide you with a list of jobs that you can apply for. Best of luck!
Thats great for you ❤
Thank you!!💖
Hi, I'm a graduating political science student but honestly I don't know where to start. Any suggestions or advice for me thanks😊
Hello!, first I want say congrats on finishing!:) Everyone's experience is different especially where you live, but I would say for the most part don't be afraid to make mistakes, ask a lot of questions from mentors/ people who have been in the legal field, and don't be too hard on yourself if the legal industry is overwhelming at first. For me, I found getting my foot in the door by gaining hands on experience (i.e internship or like me apply for a legal assistant position) was the best way for me to learn and gauge if this career path was right for me. I am also planning to film a 6 month update as a legal assistant so more to come on this, best of luck!:))
Hi Alyssa,
I am inspired with your video and I'll watch the rest of it about your journey as a legal assistant. Just want to ask if I'm qualified to apply for this kind of job? I have a 4 years degree course and I'm a secretary in a private law firm for a year and 4 months. Is that enough?
I definitely think you should give it a try! I would try talking to your supervisor maybe and ask about opportunities for growth at your current firm if you’re happy there and see if they could promote you internally possibly as a legal assistant ☺️
Hi icie i wanted to move to canada...i am an international lawyer. Practicing law in district court of Pakistan .i wanted to become enrolled lawyer in canada.....what step to take first ???
The requirements depend on where you live so I’d say reach out to a mentor in your area to get most accurate information!😊
Hi I was just wondering is this position entry level?
It depends, but I would say for the most part yes. I did have my BA in Political Science and admin experience prior to becoming a legal assistant, but I am not sure how much that played a role in me getting this position
Can a person get a job without taking a diploma course in college
@@jiensuyang3915 I think so! It really depends on the company because I do think it’s a case by case situation. Education, experience, etc can always help though as an added benefit 🙂
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Thank you for your insight. I’m so happy I found your channel. 🫶🏽