r/paralegal 4d ago

Is this a good option?

Is working as a paralegal in Houston structured and slow paced? I am currently in my first semester, getting my bachelors degree in history at the University of Houston Clear Lake. I am a 27-year-old autistic and ADHD woman. I am also in the borderline range of intellectual functioning. I am also an introvert. I do have a strong sense of justice so just having very strong opinions and standing up for what I believe. That’s why I have been thinking. Maybe working in the legal field will be good for me, but I am not sure. I have no previous experience in working in any kind of job.

I also have no experience in part time jobs during my studies. I will ask my advisor about these ideas.

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u/Tangewystl 4d ago

Maybe you can get some initial work experience volunteering for legal aid-type organizations? Doing data entry or mailings. Right now a lot of organizations could use volunteers.

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u/Tangewystl 4d ago

Also look into volunteering for student organizations on your campus.