Hello Students! On Tues. Nov. 1, we’ll be visited by Vanella Douglas, an outstanding graduate of our program. While she was a student here, she was involved in the Law and Paralegal Studies Club, the Student Government Association (SGA), and the University Student Senate (USS). She also participated in Fordham Law School’s “Increasing Diversity in Education and Law” (IDEAL) Program, “established to diversify the legal field by investing in motivated and talented underrepresented students and providing important resources, including internship experiences, networking, and mentoring to enhance opportunities for success” (as Fordham describes it). She currently works as a paralegal for the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office. She is preparing to take the LSAT and start law school in the near future.
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What was your favorite class at City Tech?
When you were applying to Law Firms, what was the average start-up salary that was offered mostly.. and were you able to negotiate? (Hope this isn’t too personal! No need to answer if confidentiality concerns.) 🙂
Thanks MD, this is a great question!
KC
What do you like the most about being a paralegal and what has been your biggest challenge in this field so far? (If that is too personal do not worry, no need to answer)
Thanks Nataly, this is a great question!
KC
When working in a legal setting, what are the different types of people you meet such as coworkers, clients etc. ? How do you deal with difficult client’s/interviewees ?
Thanks Hadil, this is a great question!
KC
Do you think this career field has affected your personal life negatively, positively or both? And what made you stick with your decision?
Thanks Maureen, these are great questions!
KC
What made you select this particular career/field and have you ever had doubts about it? If so, how did you deal with them?
Thanks Jacky, these are great questions!
KC
What do you wish you had known about your position/the field before you started?
Thanks Destiny, this is a great question!
KC
What obstacles did you run into when working as a paralegal ? What essential traits are required to succeed as a paralegal? What advantages do paralegals take advantage of most commonly?
Thanks Biana, these are great questions!
KC
While still in college, what kept you motivated to finish? Was it because you really enjoyed the field you were studying in? And did you ever have times where you thought the Paralegal/Law Field might have not been a good choice for any reason? If so, how’d you overcome that?
Thanks Madison, these are great questions!
KC
Was your goal always to one day eventually become a lawyer?
Thanks Alex, this is a great question!
KC
What makes a good candidate for Law school? What is it like working for a district attorney? Was it hard to stay active in clubs, and internships especially with work?
Thanks Katelyn, these are great questions!
KC