Can you tell me some "office politics" rules I should know so that I can go far in my paralegal career?
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Be genuinely interested in other people in order to build relationships. Don't think too much about "power" or "office politics." Just try to be helpful and friendly.\n\nAs a result, not only will you be respected as a professional, you will also contribute to creating a great workplace for everyone. :-)
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wHAT ARE THR RULES...?
475395
WANT TO BE A SUPER STAR, go defense, that is where the money is.  You want to run for office become a prosecutor. Either way you will learn that wining is the only goal.  Justice seems to fade away in the back ground.  Sorry to give you a cold look at it, but I have had to deal with way to many lawyers. The less heart breaking area is corporate law. Unless you work with a company like Enron.
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Look neat and professional, meaning tie and jacket for a man and pantsuit or blouse and slacks for a woman even if they dress business casual in the office.\nBe prepared to talk about yourself and your acomplishments.\nAnswer questions with some elaboration rather than short one sentence answers.\nBe prepared with a calculator and pencil for further testing.\nKnow your resume and be prepared to answer questions on education, work history and what you can tell about yourself that is not written in the resume.\n\nThe adjuster position requires great communication skills written, face to face, and especially on the telephone. You will talk to a wide variety of people from the general public, other insurance company reps, doctors, lawyers, auto body shops, rental car companies, accident reconstruction...\nIt requires great organizational skills in prioritizing and reprioritizing, compassion, and a great deal of patience and self confidence. \nDon't be wishy-washy and stick to your deadlines and you will find out this can be challenging and believe me never boring!\n\nGood Luck from a 17 yr senior liability adjuster.
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Make ur OWN Rules.\n& Follow them.
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always be professional, that way they can never complain about you.\n(always be in a position in which you're covered.)\n\nSpeak to your immediate boss about it, see if she can't first talk to the co-workers about it. \n\nAlso check out a book called "Don't Sweat the Small Stuff at Work."
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I would start on the local level.  Become involved in local politics and go to board and city council meetings.  Get on a board - easier ones like the Recreation Advisory Board, etc (Planning Commissions are usually entrenched political appointments).\n\nBecome an intern works as well.\n\nGet a degree in history, poly sci, sociology, etc.  More and more people are not voting for lawyers so I personally wouldn't go that route.
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I'm sorry that is hard. Ignoring them is an excellent plan and here's what else  I would do. First try to make good impressions with the higher-ups. Say hi every change you get, do your work well and on time, and volunteer for activities that are important to the bosses or suggest some things that could improve the work environment. Next improve your work self. Take classes related to the job you want, get certified for things that are important to your office (i.e. the Red Cross has CPR and First Aid programs that every office needs), and if you don't have a degree work toward one even if it is only one class at a time (i.e. New York State's accredited Excelsior College is excellent ( http://www.excelsior.edu )). Ok now your bosses know you are a good worker with strong goals and a pleasant manner. It would be foolish to treat you badly under those circumstances. After all you could end up being their boss.
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probably stuff like inter-office politics...sexual harrassment...conflict resolution...like that
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As a paralegal, I can do anything your attorney can do except represent you in court.  I cannot accept a case, set a fee, or give legal advice.  I must know a wide variety of legal concepts, be organized, have an understanding of state and local rules, be diplomatic and trustworthy.  I also have a Bachelor of Science degree with a paralegal major...not necessary but it gives a great edge when competing for a job.
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1. ALWAYS REMBER TO HAVE FUN (Yes, you can be the boss and have fun. Burnt out people lose there grip on things) \n\n2. Don't let you position go to your head. (No one want a bossy that think that they a God)\n\n3. don't ask your staff to do something that you won't do yourself.( once they see you do it  once they will gladly do it)\n\n\n4.Be firm and never waver from it.( Yes, be understanding and compassionate but firm if your staff see weakness they will take advantage of it)\n\n5. If you have question always ask. ( It is better to be safe than sorry.
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Don't get involved. Period.  You will be better respected by those in charge if you separate yourself from the trouble-makers involved in the politics of the office.
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You could try contacting two of the major paralegal associations: the National Federation of Paralegal Association http://www.paralegals.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=22\nor the National Legal Assistant Association http://www.nala.org/#.  \n\nHope that helps.
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I would check with the school you trained at.  even if it is not from the same area, they should know NYC law firms to refer you to. \n\nalso, ask the law firms if you can talk to a couple paralegals to get their opinion.\n\ngood luck.
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OK.. you have to lay down the rules so that there are no uncertainties.  Then, you have to be willing to enforce them.  If you don't want to enforce the rules, then don't put up the rules in the first place.  \n\nNow, in your case, it looks like you are irritated with the behavior of the employee.  Think for yourself first: Is this behavior acceptable or not acceptable?  Is the employee getting the job done?  Is the employee doing the job in the acceptable quality?  Do you have clear set rules for acceptable and unacceptable behavior?  If you do have rules, are you willing to enforce them?\n\nNow, if you are thinking about firing the employee, on what grounds will you fire him/her?  You need to have clear set guidelines or rules so that you can refer to these rules and say that's why you are firing the employee.  Otherwise, without clear set rules, the employee can say he/she didn't know the rules because there wasn't any, or that you didn't tell him/her that such and such behavior is unacceptable.  \n\nWrite down the rules (and the consequences of breaking the rules) in an office Memo, and let the employees read it infront of you, and make sure they understand the rules.  If they don't sign, ask them why they won't.  In the rules, you must have it written that unless they sign the rules, they cannot have the employee privileges of vacations and such and such benefits.  Then, have each employee sign the Memo that they have read, and understand the rules.  This way, you will be covered in case they try to say they didn't know about the rules or the consequences.\n\nNow, when this is done, be ready to enforce your rules.  If the employee breaks the rules, you can refer to the rules and say - you have broken this and this rule, and here are the consequences.  Be ready to enforce the rules.  If you have to fire them, make sure that their behavior or a repeat of behaviors warrant such drastic measures.  If all the conditions are met, be ready to fire them.  \n\nBe sure to consult with a lawyer before you fire them, because some employees will try to take legal action against you.  So, in such a case, if you have proper documentation, you can have some protection.  If you don't you'll be in for some serious trouble.\n\nTake care, and good luck.
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I agree with Michiru Kaioh. If you want to go into politics get your undergraduate degree in politicial science. If you want to set yourself up to lead a major corporation, get your undergrad in business administration. If you want to practice intellectual property and copyright law a business undergrad will also suffice. If you want to be an ambulance chaser and do accidents and divorces an english undergrad degree will be fine.
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When I lived in Memphis, a lot of the casinos hired paralegals.  Check the Sunday Commercial Appeal or www.commercialappeal.com.  Good luck!