But, with e-mail, those responses are often instantaneous, which is good but it can also make for longer workdays sometimes. It's for SEC filings. I also like SEC.gov. I don't really think it should be a requirement. I don't think I would take an exam at this point.
Experience counts a lot.
I don't think it's discouraged. I think they leave it up to the individual paralegals. It's not a requirement. It's been difficult at times. But my husband and I trade off when we have to work extra.