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About NALA

"NALA leads the paralegal profession by providing a voluntary certification program, continuing legal education, and professional development programs for all paralegals."   NALA Mission Statement


This area is your introduction to NALA. It summarizes the major programs of NALA and describes the association's mission. In addition, this area also discusses the role of the NALA board of directors in leading the association, and provides links to directories of the NALA board members, and staff.  This is also your source for new membership information.

 


"The American legal system is vital to protecting the constitutional principles on which our Nation was founded. By contributing to our fair and equitable system of justice, paralegals help advance the ideals that make our country strong. The National Association of Legal Assistants improves the legal profession by providing educational development and promoting the discussion of opportunities and issues facing paralegals."
 -----President George W. Bush, in a letter to NALA dated July 12, 2005, on the occasion of NALA's 30th anniversary.


 

 

News & Upcoming Events
Florida Case Supports Paralegal Fee Awards as Attorney Fees

This opinion, released on June 28, considers an issue of first impression related to the award of paralegal fees in attorney fee awards.

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Details about CP Exam Computer Based Testing Announced!

Beginning in September 2010, the Certified Paralegal exam will be offered via computer based testing to testing centers throughout the United States. NALA will be using the 200+ ACT testing center network of colleges and universities, and additional sites may be established in schools without ACT testing centers . . .

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Special Membership Program for Employers

NALA has announced a program of offering discounts off annual membership dues to employers with multiple NALA members. Details may be found on the web site under "About NALA & Join" ...

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LEAP Class of 2010 Article Released!

As part of NALA’s LEAP program, the 2010 class was assigned to write an article on “Leadership” for publication on the NALA Web Site. Read on to learn more and access the article

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Need a product or service for your office?

The NALA Vendor Directory is a terrific place to start. This is a list of legal vendors offering a great range of help including deposition services, document services, and investigations. Click the link below...
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NALA Headquarters
Since its inception, NALA has employed an executive director and staff to provide administrative and association management services. Presently, there are eight NALA staff members – persons working full-time in the administration of association services. In addition, NALA works with contract persons on publication of FACTS & FINDINGS, publication design and promotion, bookkeeping, attorney services, computer support and accounting.
 
The Executive Director is the chief executive officer of the association, accountable to the NALA Board of Directors and works directly under the supervision of the president. The staff implements the goals, plans and policies developed by the Board of Directors. Staff responsibilities include:
  • Managing business affairs of the association including staffing, maintaining corporate records, financial reporting
  • Advising the board on long range planning functions, developing and administering association programs, assisting the board with program monitoring
  • Promoting a positive image of NALA and the paralegal profession.
A professional headquarters staff is a significant attribute that gives NALA a distinct advantage among associations. The staff members work on a daily basis to conduct the business supported by NALA members in the most timely and cost-efficient manner possible.
 
 
NALA Headquarters Staff Directory

 
Marge Dover, CAE
Executive Director
 
Marie Greninger
Director of Administrative Services/Certification

Meagan Williams
LEAP, NALA Conference Center,
Committees & Mailings
mmwilliams@nala.org

Jennifer Reins
Certification
Jennifer Riddle
Bookkeeping, Orders
 
 
Staci Shannon
Membership, CP Recertification
 

Mariah Williams
Convention, NALA Campus LIVE!
and Educational Programs

mwilliams@nala.org

 
Vanessa Williamson
Convention Registrtation, Membership, 
Recertification
 
williamson@nala.org
 
Headquarters staff members stand ready to answer your questions about NALA programs, membership, and the paralegal profession. Please do not hesitate to call or e-mail a staff member with your questions or comments.