Career Change from Law Enforcement to Paralegal. Any advice?
Asked by Me
I have a background and degree in Law Enforcement and worked as a police officer, in corrections, and currently security. I have no passion for the work anymore, and get annoyed easily. I am looking at Paralegal, but not sure if I would enjoy it or not? I liked my law classes (criminal law) in school, but do not want to be a lawyer...Any advice?

Best Answer:
well it seems to me that you do like law,but perhaps pressure is putting you off or maybe you need a change. Try and take it down a step or two and find something that you feel comfortable with and set pace with. Paralegal is just as hard>but ive always believed in the saying "A change is as good as a rest".Good luck with what you choose.

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Answered by donmustard@sbcglobal.net

I will tell you, as a paralegal myself, don't think you are going to get away from annoying people. Your job will involve meeting, interviewing and trying to get them to listen and do what they are told, which can be very difficult and stressful at times. Some of your clients are more annoying then the opposing counsel. Oh and you get to deal with attorneys that can be extremely rude and difficult. Plus all the other paralegal duties, research, discovery, pleadings, preparing for trial, contacting and arranging depositions, expert witness, subpoenas etc. I am just telling you what you do, I am not trying to talk you out of it, if you work for the right attorney is is actually a great career.
Answered by Dynasu