Paralegals, often called Legal Assistants, aid lawyers by helping them prepare for trials and hearings. While paralegals cannot give legal advice, they can perform much of the research and legal paperwork needed to prepare for trials.

Paralegals often prepare reports, correspondence, draft legal documents, coordinate research, and review legal forms for accuracy. There are many skills required of a paralegal, including; good writing and communication skills as well as the ability to prioritize and work quickly meeting deadlines. Paralegals need good computer skills in order to perform many of their duties.