[blindLaw] Applying for Jobs in Legal Field

[Caleb Smith]

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> On Dec 5, 2025, at 6:03 PM, Marina Rake via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi all,
> 
> Caleb, in response to your question - no, I have not received any other responses yet.
> 
> Adhy, thank you so much for adding your experiences with the job search. I have been facing those exact challenges. Most, if not all, job postings for paralegals and/or legal assistants show a requirement or preference for applicants with a certification, which I do not have. I have submitted my application anyway but do not hear back from employers. As you stated, is it worthwhile getting a paralegal or legal assistant certification even with my main goal of getting accepted into a JD program?
> 
> Thanks,
> Marina
> 
>> On Dec 4, 2025, at 10:02 AM, Adhy Singh via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> Hi, good morning! I had the same questions actually. I’ve also been trying
>> to get employment at law firms, and I have the same skills you do that
>> could be helpful in office administration jobs, but unfortunately, for me,
>> I haven’t been getting hired. I recently expanded my job search to include
>> more Types of jobs, such as the teach for America, core, and legislative
>> internships with senators and congressman. Hoping I can crack one of those,
>> but so far no luck. Do any of you guys have any advice? It seems like all
>> the legal jobs require some sort of certification, And I haven’t been
>> having much luck on that end.
>> Also, a friend of mine recommended a paralegal certificate that was
>> available through UT Austin? Before I pay the money to take the course, and
>> it’s not really cheap, I was wondering if you guys would recommend getting
>> the certification or if it would be a waste of time? I’ve heard mixed
>> opinions on this, especially because the vast majority of legal assistant
>> jobs I’ve heard are pretty visual in nature. But I also want to make sure
>> that I’m maximizing my chances of getting employment in the field. What do
>> you guys think? Is it worthwhile to pursue this certification, or would I
>> be better off without it? Thank you, and any advice would be greatly
>> appreciated.
>> Sincerely,
>> Adhyayan Singh.
>> 
>>> On Wed, Dec 3, 2025 at 11:04 PM Caleb Smith via BlindLaw <
>>> blindlaw at nfbnet.org <mailto:blindlaw at nfbnet.org>> wrote:
>>> 
>>> Did you get responses? I mean, yeah, generally applying for paralegal and
>>> secretary and legal assistant positions.
>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>> 
>>>> On Dec 2, 2025, at 10:56 AM, Marina Rake via BlindLaw <
>>> blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>> 
>>>> Hi all,
>>>> 
>>>> Does anyone have recommendations, advice, and/or suggestions for entry
>>> level jobs in the legal field? I am applying to several JD programs now but
>>> am also in the job search and would like to start gaining some experience
>>> in a law firm during the application process. Although I have not worked in
>>> a legal position before, I have many professional skills that could be
>>> useful for office administration, reception, secretarial duties, intake,
>>> data entry, and research.
>>>> 
>>>> I am also wondering what strategies and tips are helpful in discussing
>>> accommodations with employers in this field when I find positions of
>>> interest.
>>>> 
>>>> Any advice is much appreciated!
>>>> 
>>>> Thank you,
>>>> Marina
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