EVERYTHING I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Legal Assistant | CHATS WITH ICIE

Today, I’m sharing EVERYTHING I wish I knew before I became a legal assistant. These are tips I’ve gathered over the past 2 years and I’m hoping that it could help someone out there who is interested in entering the legal field.

With love,
Icie

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A LITTLE ABOUT ME:
Where are you from? I was born in Manila, Philippines, but came to the US with my mom when I was 2 and raised in Orange County, CA.
What’s your ethnicity? Filipina American
How old are you? 23 (2000’s baby :))
Where did you go to college? Cal State San Marcos
What did you study in college? BA in Political Science with a minor in Literature & Writing
What’s your current position? Legal assistant.
What’s your birthday and sign? 07/22/2000; Cancer through and through :)
Favorite music artist? Easy, Taylor Swift.
Favorite food? Anything Italian or Mexican (I love me some carbs).
Favorite TV show? There’s too many and I tend to change my mind depending on my mood haha. Some of my favorites are Stranger Things, This is Us, Supernatural, The Bold Type, and Selling Sunset (if I need a guilty pleasure haha).

[brittsilva]

I am 6 months in to my job, never had any experience before this and the firm gave me a chance. I hope they never regret it because it is honestly the best job ive ever had. The hustling of working these cases and the office vibe as well as people ive met is just awesome. I do sometimes feel lost but now im someone that new people go to ask questions which is mind blowing. Im so glad i saw your video and applied to this job, very grateful to you for showing me this path.

[arthurkuizon]

I like the discipline over motivation super agree :)

[yaniralopez]

I have been a legal assistant for 10 years in DC and you are absolutely correct about everything you talked about in this video. Wishing you the best in your career growth as well as continuing to create great content.

[jeanellreynolds]

Icie, I really appreciate your content. This video was so encouraging. Here’s my story, I was a Legal Assistant for 8 years and I agree the first 6 months were rough because you’re learning. I recently left the company and went to a new company working as a Financial Management Specialist. The office is so toxic because of the manager. She beat me up for every mistake and it’s no training. You learn as you go.
Now I am looking to go back to a firm as a Legal Assistant.

[jmb]

these are so realistic tips..thank you!

[gemalopez]

Also law firms, especially in California, look for Paralegals that have a certificate. You can take schooling for this & it takes a year to complete. You get a better chance to get hired & perhaps s higher pay.

[caminimom]

I am starting my first training as a legal assistant with a law firm and I don't have any experience or educational background. Your tips are the most motivational video I have watched. Thank you for sharing and I look forward on watching more of your work videos. 😌

[mariajosemendoza]

Thank you so much for this video ❤ Right now I’m very nervous because I applied to this role position as a remote legal assistant. I’m a lawyer but here in Mexico, and laws and regulations are very different in USA. This Friday I have an interview, wish me luck guys 🍀

[nikifade]

Content starts at 3 minutes in.
3:25 the first three months are the hardest
5:35 it's ok to make mistakes. Learn from them.
7:40 choose people to mentor you, build your network
8:00 show up early, 30 minutes or more.

[kcollaboration]

i all of your words. Thank you for this. I am a legal assistant also and I need this

[AwkwardLey]

I just got the job!!!! I start in two weeks

[lovelyamparoo]

I want to change careers into law from being a preschool teacher. I am 3 months unemployed and it’s hard getting a job as a legal assistant. I have a pre law degree but haven’t had a single interview, just rejections . :/ I’ve worked as an assistant but only in educational settings

[Tashitoohot]

Thank you! I just had my first interview at a small firm and waiting to see if I'm invited to the second one with the attorney. I really hope I get it. They said they are willing to train those without experience and I have experience in admin/coordination mostly

[caminimom]

I am on my 3rd month as a junior legal assistant with no experience. My first cry was not because the job is hard, but how other co-worker treats me. Never appreciative, never made me feel welcome or wanted at the firm. I am still ok because my boss is amazing and a really good person and I dont want to mention how that co-worker treats me because it's her bestfriend. Im just stuck and dont know what to do, I love my job and your video just helps me keep going. ☺️

[tamarathomas]

This video was so helpful! It’s the first I’ve seen of you and already I’m curled up on the sofa with my notebook binge watching your videos 😆!
I am starting community college soon majoring in psychology! I am considering a paralegal career but wonder if I can still study what I love (psychology) - or if it would be a waste?

PS your so pretty 🤗💕

[ericafarley]

Are all paralegal positions fast paced or is there a niche to where it is not as fast paced?

[rummiiis]

Are you planning to apply to law school ? Great video thank you

[Blux]

I have an interview and I’m nervous. I hope I get the job 😅.

[melissas]

I’m switching careers from engineering to law and I have an interview for a litigation legal assistant. First firm that’s given me an interview

[johndiaray]

Hi Icie, I've been watching your legal assistant vlogs and I am interested to dive in the field. I am currently studying Juris Doctor in the Philippines and I've been working as a Virtual Assistant for 2 years now but not in the Legal Industry. Please continue making content like this. Sending love from Philippines!