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From Perry Mason to LA Law and The Practice, legal dramas have captured the interest of television audiences around the world. Dramatic monologues, battles of verbal wit and courtroom tension all make for a compelling hour of entertainment. While most legal TV shows follow the lives of famous fictional lawyers such as Ben Matlock, Ally McBeal and Denny Crane, some recent legal television shows are featuring the unsung heroes of the legal profession: paralegals. Although paralegals are rarely in high stakes courtroom dramas, they play an integral—but unsung—role in the legal profession, and the networks are now increasingly portraying them on television.  Paralegals Portrayed on TV Here is a list of popular paralegal characters currently on television: Allison DuBois – Medium While law enforcement agencies often rely on Allison DuBois for her unique supernatural ability to solve crimes in her dreams, she was first hired by the Phoenix District Attorney's office…as a paralegal. Sherri Sheppard – Sherri Sherri, an aspiring actress and stand-up comedian, spends each week trying to balance a demanding career as a paralegal with motherhood and a cheating husband. Mary the Paralegal – How I Met Your Mother In this classic episode, star Ted Mosby goes on a date with Mary, who he incorrectly assumes is a lady of the evening. Instead, she is a paralegal and doesn't need any free legal advice to stay out of jail. Which Hollywood Actors Began their Careers as Paralegals? The newfound love between Hollywood and the paralegal profession flows both ways. Check out these former paralegals who are now famous Hollywood celebrities: - Ellen DeGeneres, comedian and host of The Ellen DeGeneres Show
- Patricia Heaton, actress from Everybody Loves Raymond
- Richard Schiff, actor on The West Wing
Become a Paralegal with an AAS Degree in Paralegal Studies Most aspiring paralegals get their start by completing a Certificate or AAS degree in paralegal studies. Read more about how to become a paralegal in our Paralegal Career Center or browse All Criminal Justice Schools' extensive directory of criminal justice schools to find the certificate or AAS degree in paralegal studies that's right for you.  Read More Criminal Justice and Paralegal Articles Find a Criminal Justice Specialty Today – Your Paralegal or Criminal Justice Degree is One Step Away! |
