How to go from Law Firm Receptionist to Firm-Wide Director of Paralegals

In this video, Ann Pearson discusses with guest, Kim Barrett, how she advanced from part-time Night Receptionist to current firm-wide Director of Paralegals. Kim's story is an amazing showcase of how you can help to shape the path of your career and advance as far as you want to go!

Here's what you'll see in this video:

1:30 Getting Started in the Legal Industry
4:28 Moving Up, Do You Need a Degree?
5:25 Transitioning from Receptionist to Paralegal
6:56 Transitioning from Paralegal to Manager
9:35 How Paralegal Experience Could Assist in Managerial Roles
11:06 Is an MBA Required to Move into Management?
15:19 Advice on Transitioning to Position of Director
17:15 How Have Trends Changed for the Better?
19:48 3 Traits to Help You Succeed
22:00 Actionable Strategy