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Welcome to the TotallyLegal blog, your definitive destination for the latest legal career advice articles and industry news. Our blog is home to a range of interview guides and CV tips articles that are perfect for any legal professional trying to secure a new job. If you need support with the pivot to remote working, visit the dedicated working from home section of our blog for practical tips and actionable advice....
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Recognising the Importance of the Paralegal Sector
- 26 Jan 2026
- Amanda Hamilton, NALP
Are you performing legal tasks in-house? You might be a paralegal. Explore the diverse career opportunities, professional qualifications, and the rising status of paralegals today.
The Rise of Interim Attorneys and Temporary Legal Staff
- 26 Jan 2026
Explore why interim attorneys and temporary legal staff are increasingly essential, offering flexible career paths and agile staffing solutions in a changing legal sector.
Celebrating the Winners of the 2025 NALP Paralegal Achievement Awards
- 20 Nov 2025
- National Association of Licensed Paralegals (NALP)
Discover the winners of the 2025 NALP Paralegal Achievement Awards and learn how NALP continues to champion excellence across the paralegal sector.
Mentoring in the Legal Profession: How to Find and Be a Mentor
- 17 Nov 2025
Discover why mentoring is essential for legal career development and learn how to find or become an effective legal mentor.
Elevate Your Legal Career with ILSPA's Online Legal Secretary Diploma
- 13 Nov 2025
Boost your legal career with ILSPA’s 12-week online Legal Secretary Diploma. Learn core legal skills, modern tech, and AI tools.
How LLMs Are Changing Legal Research: Essential Skills Legal Professionals Need Today
- 11 Feb 2026
Discover how LLMs are transforming legal research and the essential skills solicitors, barristers, and paralegals need to thrive in an AI-enabled legal sector.
How to Work in Law Without Qualifying as a Solicitor
- 9 Dec 2025
- Amanda Hamilton, NALP
Dream of working in law? You don’t need to be a solicitor. Explore alternative careers in law — from paralegal roles to apprenticeships — and discover how you can make an impact.
Job Hopping vs Job Loyalty: Which Is Better for Your Career?
- 9 Dec 2025
Is job hopping hurting or helping your career? Explore the latest insights on when to move, when to stay, and how to make strategic career decisions that work for you.
The first Ofqual regulated NALP Level 5 Diploma for Senior Associate Paralegals
- 30 Sep 2025
- National Association of Licensed Paralegals (NALP)
The Level 5 Diploma for Senior Associate Paralegals joins NALP’s suite of Ofqual regulated Paralegal qualifications. Find out what the qualification consists of and how can it be studied.
How to offer the best service as a Paralegal and not break the rules around ‘Holding Out’
- 18 Aug 2025
- Amanda Hamilton, NALP
As a Paralegal, to ensure you are offering the best service to clients, it is vital that you understand what you can and cannot do, and that you are always transparent and communicate clearly with your clients.
Why bonus sizes have dropped in the last 12 months
- 8 Aug 2025
Bonus payments have long been a defining feature of compensation packages in the legal sector, providing professionals with financial recognition for their contributions and encouraging retention in a competitive market.
Why returning to office is a dealbreaker for many lawyers and solicitors
- 5 Aug 2025
The legal profession has undergone a profound transformation in recent years, with flexible and remote working emerging as top priorities for lawyers and solicitors.
The ideal locations for lawyers seeking high salaries
- 5 Aug 2025
For legal professionals with an eye on earning potential, location remains a critical factor in determining salary prospects.
Why legal professionals are willing to change jobs so frequently
- 4 Aug 2025
The legal sector has long been known for its traditional values, but recent trends indicate a significant shift in employee attitudes toward job mobility.
Why hybrid law jobs are here to stay
- 4 Aug 2025
The legal profession, long known for its traditional office culture and rigid working hours, has been at the centre of a profound transformation.
The key Salary Survey points Paralegals should note
- 25 Jul 2025
The TotallyLegal 2025 Salary Survey offers paralegals a comprehensive snapshot of pay, benefits and workplace trends. Here are the key points to note.
How to build a personal brand as a legal professional
- 22 Jul 2025
In today’s competitive legal landscape, building a personal brand is essential. TotallyLegal explains how best to get ahead in the job market.
How to carve out a specialist practice area as a lawyer
- 16 Jul 2025
In today’s competitive legal landscape, clients and law firms alike are seeking lawyers with deep expertise in niche areas, making specialisation not just a career advantage but often a necessity. TotallyLegal explains how to specialise.
ILSPA Enhances Legal Secretary Training with Insight into AI
- 3 Jul 2025
ILSPA introduces AI insights into legal secretary training, enhancing course content and preparing students for future legal tech trends.
Interview with Ella Watts, founder of Ladies of Law
- 26 Jun 2025
TotallyLegal recently spoke to Ella Watts, the founder of Ladies of Law, a collective of passionate individuals striving to make an impact on the lives of women working in the legal profession.