paralegal

paralegal definition - business

paralegal

A nonattorney with legal skills who assists and works under the supervision of an attorney. Paralegals can interview clients, conduct legal research, and draft legal documents, but they cannot give legal advice or represent someone in court. Also called legal assistant.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of Business Terms Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

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