A legal aide, briefly referred to as a para, is a professional who provides support to lawyers in the form of legal research, document preparation, and other administrative tasks. Paralegals are not qualified to practice law, but they can help lawyers with their work. They often specialize in a particular area of law, such as family law, criminal law, or corporate law. Paralegals are an important part of the legal system, as they help lawyers to provide better services to their clients.