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Advice for newly hired paralegals

Some of my advice ...
Sherene McDougall

Ask questions – don’t assume

Double check everything; document everything

Stay focused on the details, details, details

Create checklists

Take notes on operating procedures

Be personable but professional – they are your co-workers not your new best friends

Admit what you don’t know

Never stop learning

Brace yourself for big documents

Expect attitudes and tantrums here and there

Stay ready

Get a mentor

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