Paralegals assist attorneys by helping them with a variety of tasks, including preparing for trials, hearings and closings; doing research; and drafting legal documents. They are sometimes called legal assistants. Aspiring paralegals with high school diplomas can earn an associate degree in paralegal studies from community colleges while those who have bachelor's degrees can earn a certificate in paralegal studies. This occupation is projected to grow faster, through 2018, than other occupations that require only post-secondary training or an associate degree (Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition).
If you are thinking about becoming a paralegal, you need to learn more about this occupation. Read Paralegal: Career Information to get some basic details, including earnings, job outlook and advancement opportunities. To learn more, try to arrange an interview with a translator or interpreter. If you don't know one, perhaps someone in your network does.