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Meaning of "paralegal" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF PARALEGAL

paralegal  [ˌpærəˈliːɡəl] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF PARALEGAL

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Paralegal can act as a noun and an adjective.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

The adjective is the word that accompanies the noun to determine or qualify it.

WHAT DOES PARALEGAL MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Paralegal

A paralegal, generally speaking, is a professional who has the required education and experience to perform substantive legal work for which a supervising attorney or attorneys is ultimately responsible.

Definition of paralegal in the English dictionary

The definition of paralegal in the dictionary is a person trained to undertake legal work but not qualified as a professional solicitor or barrister. Other definition of paralegal is of or designating such a person.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH PARALEGAL


beagle
ˈbiːɡəl
branchiostegal
ˌbræŋkɪəˈstiːɡəl
eagle
ˈiːɡəl
egal
´iːɡəl
Eulenspiegel
ˈɔɪlənˌʃpiːɡəl
Google
ˈɡuːɡəl
illegal
ɪˈliːɡəl
interregal
ˌɪntəˈriːɡəl
inveigle
ɪnˈviːɡəl
inveigler
ɪnˈviːɡəl
kleagle
ˈkliːɡəl
legal
ˈliːɡəl
medicolegal
ˌmɛdɪkəʊˈliːɡəl
nonlegal
ˌnɒnˈliːɡəl
porbeagle
ˈpɔːˌbiːɡəl
prelegal
priːˈliːɡəl
regal
ˈriːɡəl
spiegel
ˈspiːɡəl
teagle
ˈtiːɡəl
viceregal
ˌvaɪsˈriːɡəl

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE PARALEGAL

paralalia
paralanguage
paraldehyde
paraleipomena
paraleipomenon
paraleipses
paraleipsis
paralexia
paralexic
paralimnion
paralinguistic
paralinguistics
paralipomena
paralipomenon
paralipses
paralipsis
parallactic
parallactical
parallactically
parallax

WORDS THAT END LIKE PARALEGAL

algal
antifungal
Bengal
Cape Ortegal
centrifugal
conjugal
Donegal
extralegal
fungal
gal
madrigal
mangal
Ortegal
peregal
Portugal
prodigal
Senegal
Warangal
warrigal
West Bengal

Synonyms and antonyms of paralegal in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «paralegal» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF PARALEGAL

Find out the translation of paralegal to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of paralegal from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «paralegal» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

律师助理
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

paralegal
570 millions of speakers

English

paralegal
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

paralegal
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

شبه
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

помощник юриста
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

paralegal
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

প্যারালিগাল
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

parajuriste
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Paralegal
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Rechtsassistent
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

弁護士補助員
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

법률 보조원
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Paralegal
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

vấn pháp lý
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

சட்ட துணை
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

पॅरेलगल
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

avukat yardımcısı
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

paralegal
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

Asystent
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

помічник юриста
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

paralegal
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

paralegal
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

prokureur
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

assistent
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

advokatassistent
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of paralegal

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «PARALEGAL»

The term «paralegal» is quite widely used and occupies the 28.770 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «PARALEGAL» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «paralegal» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «paralegal» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about paralegal

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «PARALEGAL»

Discover the use of paralegal in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to paralegal and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Paralegal Career For Dummies
Want a new career as a paralegal but don't know where to start? Relax! Paralegal Career For Dummies is the practical, hands-on guide to all the basics -- from getting certified to landing a job and getting ahead.
Scott Hatch, Lisa Zimmer Hatch, 2011
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Paralegal Career For Dummies
Want a new career as a paralegal but don't know where to start? Relax! Paralegal Career For Dummies is the practical, hands-on guide to all the basics -- from getting certified to landing a job and getting ahead.
Scott Hatch, Lisa Zimmer Hatch, 2006
3
Paralegal Today: The Legal Team at Work
With coverage of general information as well as specific areas of the law, this book ensures that readers develop a comprehensive understanding of the laws in our society, the importance of ethical and professional responsibility, and the ...
Roger Miller, Mary Meinzinger, 2013
4
Introduction to Paralegal Studies: A Critical Thinking Approach
Now in its fourth edition, this text continues to deliver a comprehensive, intelligent overview of all the key concepts typically covered in introduction to paralegal studies or introduction to law courses.
Katherine A. Currier, Thomas E. Eimermann, 2009
5
The Florida Paralegal
The information in the book, including its comprehensive legal dictionary, should make the book one that every paralegal would want to have close at hand in school and on the job.
William Statsky, Robert Diotalevi, Pamela Linquist, 2009
6
Certified Paralegal Review Manual: A Practical Guide to CP ...
After an unmatched overview of test essentials, this complete manual dedicates full chapters to examine specific content areas of the test. You'll find the skills and best practices you need achieve your best on today's CP exam.
Virginia Newman, 2013
7
Introduction to Paralegal Studies
It is aimed primarily at mid-level courses, but is an excellent choice for an introductory course in any paralegal program. This text is unique from other introductory texts in two important ways.
David G. Cooper, Michael J. Gibson, 1998
8
Paralegal Today: The Essentials
PARALEGAL TODAY: THE ESSENTIALS, Sixth Edition, provides readers with a concise introduction to the legal system through real-world examples, practical applications, ethical dilemmas, and hands-on activities.
Roger Miller, Mary Meinzinger, 2013
9
Paralegal Ethics
The book includes the ABA Model Rule that applies to attorneys so as to inform the paralegal how to act in accordance with these rules and better assist attorneys.
Angela Schneeman, 2000
10
Concise Guide to Paralegal Ethics, Third Edition
Perfect for use in shorter courses or in substantive courses where ethics is introduced, this text delivers: current coverage of all the major areas of legal ethics, placing special emphasis on how the rules affect paralegals an ...
Therese A. Cannon, 2009

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «PARALEGAL»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term paralegal is used in the context of the following news items.
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Chronic job-seekers giving up the hunt
She has worked her entire life, mostly as a paralegal and tax assistant at law firms and banks. But when she was laid off in March after 8 years ... «Tribune-Review, Jul 15»
2
Barnhart - Lawley
Stefanie is a paralegal and personal trainer in Dallas. Patrick is the manager of marketing and technology at Dr Pepper/Snapple Group in ... «Quad City Times, Jul 15»
3
Close Up: Veronica Montagna of McCarter & English
Before that, I was a corporate paralegal for many years, including a stint at Lucent Technologies. I began my legal career straight out of high ... «NJBIZ, Jul 15»
4
Motor Paralegal (Edinburgh or Glasgow) – BLM Law
Are you a current paralegal looking for your next move? Do you thrive in a role where you have responsibility for your own caseload but have ... «Scottish Legal News, Jul 15»
5
Paralegal Warrior 15 From the Courtroom to the Battlefield
Spc. Kassandra Mudge, a U.S. Army Reserve paralegal Soldier discusses paralegal procedures in a classroom setting with fellow Soldiers at ... «DVIDS, Jul 15»
6
Jones president of Indiana Paralegal Association
Lauren Jones, paralegal and firm administrator for Jones Wallace, LLC, has been elected for a second term as president of the Indiana ... «Evansville Courier & Press, Jul 15»
7
The Philadelphia Association of Paralegals Calendar of Events
On July 29, the Paralegal Day Celebration is scheduled from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Pyramid Club, 1735 Market St., 52nd floor. Gov. Tom Wolf ... «The Legal Intelligencer, Jul 15»
8
Thomson Reuters - Paralegal (Practical Law Corporate ) 21/07
We are trusted for the decisions that matter most, empowering customers to act with confidence in a complex world. Our intelligent information ... «LawCareers.Net, Jul 15»
9
Wake Up Call: Freshfields Corners Market for Paralegal Staff
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is cornering the market for paralegal staff in the city of Manchester by offering salaries far above the market ... «Bloomberg Big Law Business, Jul 15»
10
Paralegal Must Arbitrate Pregnancy Bias Claim Against Firm
Law360, Dallas (July 20, 2015, 8:04 PM ET) -- A Texas appeals court on Friday held that a personal injury firm can require a former paralegal to arbitrate claims ... «Law360, Jul 15»

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