Paralegal Question:

► What is the structure of the firm or in-house legal department?
► Who is the person paralegals report to?
► How long has the firm/legal department used paralegals?
► What is the history of the firm/company?
► How many attorneys are in the practice specialty?
► What is the ratio of paralegals to attorneys?
► What are the practice specialties of the firm/legal department?
► How many employees does the firm/corporation have?
► Do paralegals work with senior partners?
► How are paralegals assigned work?
► Is the paralegal program a profit center?
► What are the number of required billable hours?
► Does the firm/corporation handle pro bono work?
► If so, are paralegals involved?
► Does the firm/corporation have branch offices? If so, where?
► What is the firm's philosophy regarding technology?
► Are paralegals responsible for administrative time? If so, what kinds of duties are involved?
► Will I have an office?
► Tell me about secretarial support for paralegals.