The American Bar Association has accredited many paralegal certification programs, but this does not make you a lawyer. A paralegal is a person who has been trained to work in the legal field. They frequently work under the supervision of a lawyer and are not permitted to express legal opinions. A lawyer is a person who has been trained to practice law and can represent clients. They can delegate tasks to paralegals. A lawyer's educational requirements are much higher than a paralegal's, and a lawyer's educational journey is much longer. Furthermore, a lawyer's average salary is significantly higher.