Current Trends in the Paralegal Profession

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Working for the Eviction Defense Collaborative by Jan Branger
with foreword by Dora Dye

Mock Trial Experience by Olga Mandrussow with foreword by
Dora Dye

Legal Assistant Today is a national periodical published bimonthly
for practicing paralegals and those interested in trends in the
paralegal profession. Our Rosenberg Library located at 50 Phelan Avenue,
San Francisco, CA 94112 subscribes to this periodical. Dora Dye,
coordinator of the Paralegal/Legal Studies Program, has written the
following articles that you can find in Legal Assistant Today:

"Do I Really Need Good Writing Skills?" in the
September/October 2002 issue. (This article explains why
mastering the basics of the English language is important
in any paralegal job.)

"Finding an Entry-level Job as a Paralegal" in the
January/February 2003 issue. (This article discusses how
the search for employment begins long before graduation.)

"Using Your New Computer Skills" in the May/June 2003 issue.
(Interviews of practicing paralegals reveal what today's law
offices demand in terms of computer skills.)

"Entering the Workforce" in the January/February 2004 issue.
(Paralegals share their educational experiences.)