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Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson

The Paralegals on Fire podcast show is hosted by Ann Pearson, former paralegal and paralegal manager, turned entrepreneur. Join us each week to get actionable strategies to fast-track your paralegal career. We"re going to do that with informative interviews, behind the curtain tips from management, and solo episodes where we take deep dives into areas that matter most to paralegals. Our mission is to give you tangible things that you can walk away with each week that add value to your paralegal

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All Episodes

19:32

Do You Want to Survive or Thrive?

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/10/22

Episode Summary: In this episode of the 'Paralegals on Fire' podcast, host Ann Pearson delves into strategies for thriving in a paralegal career versus merely surviving. She shares her insights from years of training paralegals, highlighting the distinguishable traits between those who excel and those who just get by. Ann also discusses her current projects, including the forthcoming Rise Legal Support Mastery Program and an attorney training course collaborated with a law firm in Chicago. She also

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23:30

Want to Enjoy Your Paralegal Job More? Find Your Niche!

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/09/10

Episode Summary: In this enlightening episode of the Paralegals on Fire Podcast Show, host Ann Pearson shares an inspiring conversation with Lisa Abbey in this episode of Paralegals on Fire. Lisa, a seasoned paralegal specialist at the U.S. Attorney's Office, discusses her passion for the profession, emphasizing continuous learning and finding one's niche. She offers advice for paralegals feeling stuck or undervalued, stressing the importance of mastering technology, expanding knowledge, and seeking

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24:08

Legal Rebel With a Cause - An Interview With Sateesh...

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/08/20

About the Guest(s): Sateesh Nori is a multifaceted professional renowned in the legal field. He is a lawyer, law professor, and author, serving as a Senior Legal Innovation Strategist at Just-Tech LLC. With a substantial career spanning two decades, Sateesh has dedicated his efforts to representing tenants across New York City through various legal services organizations. His roles have also included Commissioner of the 2019 Charter Revision Commission and a member of the ABA Commission on

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21:17

Listener Q&A About Creating Courses

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/07/30

Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode of the Paralegals on Fire Podcast, Ann Pearson shares her personal journey from working as a full-time paralegal manager to becoming the CEO of her own paralegal training business. Ann offers an honest look at the emotional and financial challenges that come with leaving a stable job with benefits and job security. She also reflects on the freedom, fulfillment, and impact that have come from building a business aligned with her passion for educating and

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13:04

Minnesota's Legal Paraprofessional Program Expands...

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/07/23

Episode Summary: This episode of the Paralegals on Fire Podcast, hosted by Linda Odermott, takes listeners through Minnesota's innovative strides in enhancing access to justice through the Legal Paraprofessional Program (LPPS). Designed to boost the representation rate among underserved communities, the LPPS has already transitioned from a pilot to a permanent program as of January 2024, thanks to its promising results and positive feedback. Linda discusses the intricacies of this initiative,

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14:14

This Is Not the Solution For New Paralegals Who Can't...

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/07/16

Episode Summary: In this episode, Ann Pearson shares essential advice for paralegals considering the leap into freelance work. She underscores the importance of building a strong foundation first, highlighting why paralegals with fewer than five years of experience may not yet have the reputation or client base needed to thrive independently. Ann also explores common misconceptions about freelance work, warning against using it as a fallback when salaried roles are scarce. From losing benefits to

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12:58

Clearing Up the Confusion About the Ads For Remote...

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/07/09

Episode Summary: In this episode, Ann addresses a compelling question from Habiba, a Pakistan-based paralegal looking to transition to working for the U.S. legal market remotely. Ann explores the challenges foreign-trained legal professionals face when seeking remote paralegal roles in the United States. This candid discussion touches on the nuances of U.S. legal requirements and the limitations faced by professionals without U.S. based education. Ann provides a thorough analysis of why remote

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15:05

What To Do When You're Not Ready To Retire, But...

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/06/25

In this episode of Paralegals on Fire, Ann Pearson answers a question submitted by one of her longtime email subscribers—a seasoned litigation paralegal with nearly four decades of experience who’s ready for a change but not quite ready to retire. Drawing from her own background and insights from the industry, Ann offers practical advice on career paths that allow experienced paralegals to leverage their skills while achieving better work-life balance. Ann highlights several alternative career

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32:57

Why This State Supreme Court Justice Wanted the Job...

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/06/18

Guest host, Linda Odermott, joins us for another great interview in her Paralegal Real Talk contributing series, where she gives us a deep dive into the latest happenings with paralegal licensing, access to justice, and the impact on the paralegal profession. In this episode, Linda interviews Colorado State Supreme Court Justice Melissa Hart. Justice Hart speaks frankly about the access to justice problem and the importance of being in the room if you want to get started on making a change in

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12:18

Episode 155: How Much Is Your "Free" Time Worth?

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/06/11

Are you a new (or fairly new) litigation paralegal? Get the Paralegal Boot Camp's FREE strategic guidebook here: https://paralegal-bootcamp.com/strategies/ In this episode, Ann dives into the critical topic of why paralegals should stop working for free and highlights ways to ensure their talents are valued appropriately. Kicking off with an introduction to the pressing issue of unpaid labor, Ann points out that while gaining visibility in the legal field is essential, professionals must avoid

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18:48

Episode 154: I Hate to Be the Bad Guy - But Billing...

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/06/04

Why does it seem like your supervisor cares so much about getting your billable hours in on time? I get it - billing your time can be a drag. But it is your job. I'm going to be the bad guy for this episode. Stick with me! Billable hours can also be a powerful career tool! Tune in to learn: Why your time entries are under the microscope every month How billable hours directly affect your career growth and earning potential Ways to shift your mindset to stop dreading time tracking and start owning

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31:36

Avoid These Or Risk Stalling Your Paralegal Career

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/05/28

What’s *really* holding back your paralegal career? Spoiler alert: It’s probably not your boss. In this solo episode, I’m diving into five sneaky career stallers that might be quietly sabotaging your growth—and what to do about them. Whether you’re new to the field or a seasoned pro, this episode is your wake-up call to shift gears and reignite your paralegal career path. Grab the free 3-Step Roadmap for new litigation paralegals: paralegal-bootcamp.com/3steps SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT This

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20:03

5 Things Every Litigation Paralegal Should Know...

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/05/21

Going to trial for the first time as a litigation paralegal? Deep breaths! This episode is for you. In this episode, I'm sharing the 5 most important things that every litigation paralegal should know before their first trial to help you. And even if you've already been to trial, maybe you need a refresher or want to hear a funny trial war room story! SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT This episode is brought to you by Raise the Bar Media - a weekly newsletter for legal professionals that want clear,

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14:55

Paralegal Mistakes: How to Recover and Grow After Them

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/04/24

The AI Boot Camp for Legal Professionals is open for enrollment! Go to ai-trainingbootcamp.com to learn more! In this solo episode, Ann talks about paralegal mistakes. Let's face it: mistakes happen. Especially when you're new in your paralegal career - or juggling a dozen high-priority tasks at once. We all make mistakes. What matters most is how we react to them. In this episode, Ann shares real-world stories of paralegal mistakes (including her own!) and more importantly, how to recover, rebuild

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22:38

The 4 B's of a Well-Rounded Paralegal

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/04/15

Announcement: Join Ann in the free AI Masterclass on Saturday, April 19th: https://paralegal-bootcamp.com/ai-masterclass In this episode, we dive into an inspiring conversation with Christina West, a seasoned paralegal and blogger. Ann and Christina discuss the significance of becoming a well-rounded paralegal, drawing from Christina's diverse experiences across different fields of law. Prefer to watch the podcast episode's video interview: https://youtu.be/SPWxY3ewJRc Key Takeaways: Be in the

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44:18

Imagine a World Where Everyone Has Access to Justice:...

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/03/25

Episode Summary: Join guest host Linda Odermott as she interviews Michael Houlberg, Director of Special Projects at the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System (IAALS). IAALS is a national, independent research organization that innovates and advances solutions that make our justice system more just. They believe that justice and access to the justice system can be a reality for everyone. This episode highlights IAALS' forward-thinking approach to addressing the access to justice

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17:53

Paralegal Career Tips + An Invitation to Join Me

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/03/18

Sign up for the five-day Bootcamp Challenge at https://paralegal-bootcamp.com/challenge In this episode, Ann announces an exciting opportunity—a free five-day Bootcamp Challenge starting soon—offering paralegals a chance to fast-track their career growth easily and effectively. She curates six insightful tips, compiled from top paralegal minds, designed to nurture growth, adaptability, and invulnerability to common industry pitfalls. Key Takeaways: Embrace Multiple Career Paths: Stay open to

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28:46

There Is No Failure If You Don't Quit - An Interview...

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/03/04

If you want to watch the video interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8Ro8P0SLV3E "There is no failure if you don't quit," is a recurring lesson in Kat's life, driving her to face challenges head-on and adapt to achieve her goals. In this interview, Kat shares: The powerful story behind why she’s taking on this challenge How she overcame adversity, lost nearly 100 pounds, and built confidence along the way The reality of searching for a job as a legal assistant in today’s market Career advice for

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28:47

Want to Instantly Lower Your Stress? An Interview...

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/02/17

About the Guest: Vincent Ascolese graduated from St. John’s University in 1998 with a bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies, an ABA approved program. He is a current Paralegal Association of New Jersey member, a previous member of the Board to the New Jersey Paralegal Convention, and a previous member of the Paralegal Committee of the New Jersey State Bar Association. He was also a past Trustee-at-Large on the PANJ Executive Board. He currently works as a paralegal for McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney

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23:07

A Lesson From Alaska's Community Justice Workers - An...

Paralegals on Fire! with Ann Pearson ·

2025/02/04

About the Guest: Nikole Nelson is the founding CEO of Frontline Justice and former Executive Director of the Alaska Legal Services Corporation. She has dedicated 25 years to enhancing access to justice, especially in rural communities, by developing innovative legal aid solutions that are community-led and people-centered. Nikole was instrumental in launching the Partnering for Native Health initiative, a medical-legal partnership that received the 2019 World Justice Challenge Award. She has also

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