By Amanda Hamilton, Patron, National Association of Licensed Paralegals (NALP)
Many people and/or businesses faced with an issue that involves an element of legality turn immediately to a solicitor. However, during a period where money is tight all round, saving on hourly costs ranging from £200 to £600 is attractive, especially if the legal problem is relatively minor.
With the average hourly rate of a paralegal falling between £30 and £80 per hour, depending on the nature of the work, the paralegal sector can help companies and individuals avoid wrecking their budgets. While cost is a huge incentive to draw on paralegal professionals, it is important to use this option wisely, as there are limitations to the assistance a paralegal can provide.
Paralegals, while not solicitors, ar...
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