5 Tips For A More Organized Paralegal In 2026
Let’s Get Organized
With 2026 quickly approaching, here are a few helpful tips to go into the New Year feeling prepared and ready to hit the ground running.
Double-check all calendared dates. Yes, Paralegals have access to top-notch software that can pre-calculate calendared dates, but leave no room for error! This includes double-checking your docket for all predetermined court dates and any reminders to follow up with your attorneys.
Re-evaluate your priority lists. Can some items wait until after the New Year? Try to ease the stress of overextending.
Can any hard-copy files be digitized and stored? Clearing cabinet space can give the illusion that your office is ready for new case load in 2026!
*This can also apply to digitized files. What can be organized on your server?
Any further education to look forward to? What CLEs need to be completed? Any legal events that could broaden your knowledge in a certain area of law? Always be eager to learn and stay informed on the latest changes to the legal field.
Time for a new desk setup! Shifting your desk, computer, or the placement of where you sit can drastically create a shift in how you perform. Maybe a new office plant could bring oxygen to a burnt-out space? We rearrange our homes and declutter often; why not do the same for your workspace? Create a space that feels most authentic for you!
Some of the best Paralegals I know look at the end of the year as an opportunity to shift partial focus in-house and eliminate what hasn’t worked. Don’t be afraid to implement changes that will make the New Year feel like a refreshing transition!
