Career: Paralegal and Legal Assistant
Average salary: $43,040
Degree needed: Associates or bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies with proper certification
Certifications: The National Associate of Legal Assistants (NALA) gives an exam that confers the Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) or Certified Paralegal (CP) credential
Scholarships: Apply online
Common employers: Private law firms, corporate law departments, local or Federal government, U.S. Department of Justice, Social Security Administration and the U.S. Department of Treasury
Job outlook: Very strong job growth, strong competition, good potential for women
Common duties may include:
Skills needed:
YourBeanstalk’s Opinion: A career in the legal industry is exciting and rewarding for many women. It can also be taxing and time consuming as some cases require a lot time and research. Because of this it may be a difficult career for single mothers, though it is an excellent job for a career-minded and driven woman.
