► What is the structure of the firm or in-house legal department?

► Who is the person paralegals report to?

► How long has the firm/legal department used paralegals?

► What is the history of the firm/company?

► How many attorneys are in the practice specialty?

► What is the ratio of paralegals to attorneys?

► What are the practice specialties of the firm/legal department?

► How many employees does the firm/corporation have?

► Do paralegals work with senior partners?

► How are paralegals assigned work?

► Is the paralegal program a profit center?

► What are the number of required billable hours?

► Does the firm/corporation handle pro bono work?

► If so, are paralegals involved?

► Does the firm/corporation have branch offices? If so, where?

► What is the firm's philosophy regarding technology?

► Are paralegals responsible for administrative time? If so, what kinds of duties are involved?

► Will I have an office?

► Tell me about secretarial support for paralegals.