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by Alicia Mitchell-Mercer, ACP The Far-Reaching Consequences of Substance Abuse In July 2022, NALA invited Commissioner Melissa Zabor as a Keynote Speaker at the annual NALA Conference & Expo in Phoenix, AZ. She shared the successes of Maricopa County’s Therapeutic Courts and the transformations that participants experience through the program. I remember Ms. Zabor spoke […]

The thought of considering another job can be stressful. There are many factors to consider, like the location, the type of work you will be doing, and who you will be working with. When looking for a job opportunity, be strategic and do your homework. Do your due diligence and research to find what you […]

by Alicia Mitchell-Mercer, ACP The Far-Reaching Consequences of Substance Abuse In July 2022, NALA invited Commissioner Melissa Zabor as a Keynote Speaker at the annual NALA Conference & Expo in Phoenix, AZ. She shared the successes of Maricopa County’s Therapeutic Courts and the transformations that participants experience through the program. I remember Ms. Zabor spoke […]

The thought of considering another job can be stressful. There are many factors to consider, like the location, the type of work you will be doing, and who you will be working with. When looking for a job opportunity, be strategic and do your homework. Do your due diligence and research to find what you […]

It is abundantly clear that the last few years have dramatically changed the legal profession. From the way depositions are conducted to remote trials, many of the day-to-day tasks of a paralegal have evolved. To find out just how much things have changed and to learn firsthand what paralegals are dealing with daily, we surveyed […]

Paralegal billing is one of the key revenue generators for your firm’s payroll, operating expenses, benefits, and bonuses. This review of best practices aims to help you better capture efficient billing time for your firm. Paralegals, like attorneys, must abide by ethical billing practices, such as 1) charging reasonable fees (cannot be unconscionable), 2) completing […]

  The role of the paralegal naturally encompasses basic project management principles. For example, litigation paralegals situated in a solo practice or small law firm may act in the capacity of the case management lead, overseeing a case from pre-litigation through post-judgment and enforcement. In a larger law firm, a paralegal manager or supervisor may […]

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are a seasoned professional, embracing a growth mindset can be the fuel for a stellar career journey. As paralegals, we work in an environment that demands Flexibility, Adaptability, and Resilience (FAR): ▶ Flexibility: the ability to easily modify in response to altered circumstances or conditions. […]