According to the United States Department of Labor, the paralegal profession will enjoy a faster rate of growth than any other occupational group in the country over the next decade.
Legal paraprofessionals work in a variety of private and governmental settings.
When acting under the supervision of a licensed attorney a properly trained paralegal can do just about everything but give legal advice to clients or represent clients in a court of law. Salaries vary widely and depend upon the degree of formal education, the level of prior experience, the type of employer, the specialty area involved and the geographic location. Local paralegal associations are the best source for specific information.