NALA is the Nation's Leading Professional Association for Paralegals
Equipping paralegals for the challenges of the future through certification, professional development, and advocacy.
-NALA Mission Statement
Ensuring paralegals are known and valued as an integral part of the legal ecosystem.
-NALA Vision Statement
NALA Strategic Map for 2019-2021
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(From right to left)
Jill I. Francisco, ACP, President - Melissa J. Hamilton, ACP, Vice President - Debra L. Overstreet, ACP, Secretary -
Cheryl J. Nodarse, ACP, Treasurer - Debby J. Sawyer, ACP, At Large Director - Richard Hahn, ACP, At Large Director - Peonca S. Grier, Affiliated Associations Director - Nancy L. Jordahl, ACP, Area 1 Director - Christine K. Lillo, ACP, Area 2 Director - Michele T. Pfeiffer, ACP, Area 3 Director - Deborah M. Paul, CP Continuing Education Council Chair -
Carla Y. Dennis, CP, Professional Development Committee Chair - Kimberly A.S. Brown, ACP, Certifying Board Chair -
Dr. Greta Zeimetz, CAE, Chief Executive Officer
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We wanted to take a moment to thank all of our incredible members who attended this year's conference! Your enthusiasm and passion for the paralegal profession is the key to NALA's success. Follow us on Facebook and you might just spot yourself in a few conference photos! Also, please keep an eye on your email inbox for the 2019 NALA Overall Conference Survey. Your feedback is incredibly important to us! We hope to see you all again next year in Atlantic City, July 9-11!
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To learn more about the NALA Awards and nominating someone, please visit the awards page located on our website. |
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Announcing the 2019 NALA Award Recipients
2019 President's Award
Karen Greer McGee, ACP
2019 Affiliated Associations Outstanding Contribution Award
Kandi Moncelsi, ACP
2019 Affiliate Awards
| Deborah "Deb" M. Paul, CP |
Caroline A. Peterson, CP |
| Irene Winterburn, CP |
Tanya Chopra |
| Angela V. Skeete |
Asha Maharaj-Lucas |
| Iris F. Walker |
Kandi Moncelsi, ACP |
| Carol L. Bybee, CP |
Lisa Robinson |
| Barbara C. Carter |
Melody Cooper Gross |
| Airolyn T. Loggins, ACP |
Mary Katherine "Kitty" Bice, ACP |
| Danielle DiMauro-Brooks |
Souriya Maniwan, ACP |
| Shari V. Wood, ACP |
Brandy Ableman, CP |
| Melanie D. Hicks, ACP |
Dana S. Martinez-Jones, ACP |
| Herbert Ortiz |
Aleyce M. Fontenot |
| Terry L. Hale, ACP |
Angela R. Trujillo, Cp |
| Teresa L. Semerena, ACP |
Jennifer L. Arnold, ACP |
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Alice M. Johnson, ACP |
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Couldn't Make It to All the Conference Sessions?
Most of the education sessions at the conference were recorded! You can access these sessions just like our on-demand webinars. These recordings include the presenters' audio and presentation material for a visual re-creation of each presentation. CLE is available for each session. If you attended the live version, you are not eligible to obtain CLE for the recorded version. On-demand access to the recordings are available for one year.
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NALA believes it is important for paralegals to focus on leadership development. That's why we've created two leadership bundles: Personal Leadership and Organizational Leadership. These bundles provide paralegals with the opportunity to learn, grow and develop both their personal and organizational leadership skills with the help of interactive activities and module assessments to measure your comprehension of the material. There is also a free Leadership Basics course for Active Type NALA members.
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Workers Compensation - A Guide for Paralegals to Effectively Handle WC Cases
July 24 - 10:00 AM CT - CLE Hours: 1
This webinar will discuss the primary duties of a paralegal in workers compensation from both the plaintiff and defense sides of the case. We will discuss the roles of a paralegal from the commencement of the case to the settlement of the case. This webinar will benefit both the intermediate and more experienced paralegal.
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Informed Consent
September 10 - 10:00 AM CT - CLE Hours: 1
This presentation will provide a review of the 14 basic elements of informed consent, the role of the IRB and the role a paralegal may play in evaluating the ICF elements from the clinical research study sponsor perspective.
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Conference Session Certificates
Conference attendees will be notified by email when certificates are availlable for download. Please keep an eye on your email in early August for this email. CLE will automatically be applied to the attendees' account. |
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| NALA Computer Briefcase |
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NALA Computer Briefcase
Take your laptop and materials with you on the go. The zippered main compartment features a 15” padded laptop pocket with two additional pockets for storage. The front zippered pocket features a number of pockets and pen slots for easy organizing.
$35.00 + S&H
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| NALA Ladies Zip Jacket |
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NALA Ladies Zip Jacket
This ladies zip jacket is the perfect addition to any paralegal wardrobe. The extra stretch (non-fleece) material gives enough room to move around in comfort. The half-zip collar, subtle vertical texture and lightweight material ensure a professional appearance while still providing just the right amount of warmth.
$45.00 + S&H
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As a member of NALA, you receive exclusive local and national discounts on hundreds of products and services. To access these deals, view the Affinity Discounts page on our website and use the password: Naladeals!
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Keep Your Information Up-to-Date!
Please make sure to update your contact information in your personal NALA Account. This includes your name, preferred email and street address, and also your specialty area of law. This information guarantees that you receive correct and important NALA notices and communications. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office at 918-587-6828.
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NALA Member Highlight!
Cheryl J. Nodarse, ACP, who happens to be a NALA member and also sits on the NALA Board of Directors, was recently featured in the Oakland County Legal News. The article summarized her fulfilling career as a paralegal as well as her additional career path in real estate. You can read the full article here.
If you are a NALA member and have been featured in the media regarding the paralegal profession, please let us know! We would love to let our membership know about it. Email us at nalanet@nala.org.
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Upgrade to an Organization Membership!
We are pleased to announce our new Organization Membership! This membership allows companies to offer all the benefits of NALA to each of the paralegals on their staff for one flat rate. With several different staff sizing options available, you can select the best fit for your entire organization. Learn more about upgrading to an Organization Membership. |
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