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Nicole provides content and consulting for clients in the legal, real estate, insurance, and non-profit industries. She has over 10 years experience working in corporate and in 2018 she was certified by Gallup as a CliftonStrengths coach.
The interviewer may be asking this question to ensure your understanding of the job description matches the tasks that will likely be assigned to you. If you have questions about the specifics of the job, this would be a great opportunity to start that conversation.
Nicole provides content and consulting for clients in the legal, real estate, insurance, and non-profit industries. She has over 10 years experience working in corporate and in 2018 she was certified by Gallup as a CliftonStrengths coach.
Include your expectations on typical tasks that you are going to be doing in the position. But you can also include some items that you enjoy working on and let the interviewer know that you would appreciate the chance to develop those skills further.
Nicole provides content and consulting for clients in the legal, real estate, insurance, and non-profit industries. She has over 10 years experience working in corporate and in 2018 she was certified by Gallup as a CliftonStrengths coach.
"Paralegals primarily provide administrative support to the team. This can include helping attorneys stay organized, on track, and facilitating communication with the client. However, just because the primary function is administrative support, paralegals can also provide helpful insight and perspective on the case or transaction. I would appreciate working with colleagues who can recognize the value that all staff members bring to the team."

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