Yes, these courses qualify for mandatory continuing legal education for: National Association of Legal Assistants, State Bar of California, North Carolina, and Louisiana State Paralegal Association. For all others please check with the corresponding institutions.
W2623 – Stand Out or Fall Behind: Why Formal Paralegal Education Matters
This session will explore how structured academic programs enhance professional competence, improve client service, and strengthen the credibility of the paralegal profession.
Course Category: Live Webinars
Course Level: Basic
CLE Credit: Non-substantive
Start Date and Time (CT): Wednesday, April 29, 2026 12:00 pm
CLE Hours: 1.0
Fees: $49 for Members and $70 for Nonmembers
Course Materials: Most live webinars include the ability to ask questions during the webinar about the topic, view slides of the presentation and have access to a recording of the webinar.
Description: Formal paralegal education is essential for developing the analytical, ethical, and practical skills required in today’s legal environment. This session will explore how structured academic programs enhance professional competence, improve client service, and strengthen the credibility of the paralegal profession. Attendees will gain insight into the correlation between education and career advancement, as well as strategies for advocating for formal training within their organizations. By emphasizing quality education, we empower paralegals to meet evolving legal standards and contribute meaningfully to the justice system.
Course Year: 2026
Instructor: Antoinette France-Harris
Antoinette France-Harris has been a licensed attorney since 1998. In 2010, she transitioned to academia, joining Atlanta Technical College as a full-time instructor in Paralegal Studies and as Department Chair. In 2014, she joined Clayton State University as an Assistant Professor and has since been promoted to Professor and Program Coordinator for Legal Studies. She has published two textbooks: Georgia Wills, Trusts, and Estate Administration, 2d ed. (2025), and Fundamentals of Georgia Family Law (2023). She holds a BS from Harvard University, an MSW from Columbia University, and a JD from the University of Pennsylvania Law School.
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