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SUMMARY:The Corporate Paralegal From A to Z
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are new to the corporate arena or are looking for a practical refresher\, this course is for you. Experienced faculty will provide you with the necessary tools attorneys are seeking to help assist them in all stages of corporate transactions. From preparing documents\, researching patents\, and managing corporate minute books to assisting with closings of corporate transactions and ensuring compliance\, this course has it all (and then some). Register today! \nAvoid mistakes when drafting corporate formation documents.\nKeep accurate records of directors’ and stockholders’ meetings\, obtain consents\, and maintain registers.\nBetter organize and manage real property-related records.\nGain tips for drafting key provisions in shareholder agreements.\nLearn how to obtain accurate disclosures in transaction documents.\nDiscover practical tips for organizing\, conducting\, and documenting a thorough and efficient due diligence investigation.\nLearn cutting-edge research strategies and new internet resources for conducting patent searches.\nIdentify precarious situations that may expose you to UPL – and how to avoid them. \n  \nCLE Hours = 6 ( 1 Legal Ethics\, 2.5 Non-Substantive\, 2.5 Substantive)
URL:https://nala.org/event/the-corporate-paralegal-from-a-to-z/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Third Party CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T124807
CREATED:20260408T215445Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Elder Law: Medicaid and Long-Term Care for Married Couples
DESCRIPTION:A discussion on elder law and options for long-term care for married couples. \nLearning Objectives: \n1. Knowledge of the intake process for married couples planning for future care.\n2. Understanding of the differences between Medicaid and Medicare and eligibility for those benefits.\n3. Review a sample Last Will and Testament for a spouse of an incapacitated individual. \nSession Agenda: Introduction-to-Elder-Law-Medicaid-for-Married-Persons.docx \nCLE Hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/introduction-to-elder-law-medicaid-and-long-term-care-for-married-couples/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T124807
CREATED:20260203T170437Z
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SUMMARY:AI in Discovery and Evidence: The Ultimate Guide for Paralegals
DESCRIPTION:Imagine conducting legal research and investigations in a fraction of the time. Imagine tackling massive document reviews without breaking a sweat. Imagine having a second set of eyes that catches every detail and uncovers connections you might otherwise miss. With AI\, all of this is possible. This guide will show you how to use AI to save time\, reduce errors\, and work smarter when it comes to discovery and evidence. Don’t just keep up with AI – use it transform the way you work. Register today! \nStreamline document review\, privilege detection\, and redaction without missing a detail.\nLearn how to investigate and verify potentially AI-generated materials from clients or opposing parties.\nDiscover practical and inventive ways to use AI in depositions.\nFind out how AI can automatically organize\, index\, and link evidence across multiple sources.\nHear the dos and don’ts of using AI to enhance or create exhibits. \n  \nCLE Hours = 6 (1 Legal Ethics\, 5 Technology)
URL:https://nala.org/event/ai-in-discovery-and-evidence-the-ultimate-guide-for-paralegals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Third Party CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T170000
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CREATED:20260406T141131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T141245Z
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SUMMARY:Metrolina Paralegal Association Annual Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Metrolina Paralegal Association\nMetrolina Paralegal Association Annual Seminar Topics:\n– 2026 ALTA Survey Update\n– Apostilles & Legalizations\n– Intergenerational Dynamics and the Law: Working\, Fighting\, and Negotiating with Legal Professionals Who Act Their Age.. for Better or Worse\n– Rising Together: Leveraging AI to Enhance Skills and Value\n– Service as Strategy: Using Pro Bonop to Build Skills and Community\n– AI & the Attorney: The Future Is Now\n– Ethics \nLearning Objectives: \n-Discuss the current highlights in each practice area\n-Identify subject matter that can be implemented in current practices\n-Employ debate and discussions for attendees to add perspectives and inspire additional self-study \nSession Agenda: MPA-2026-Seminar-Schedule.docx \nCLE Hours = 7 (1-Legal Ethics\, 1-Nonsubstantive\, 3-Substantive\, 2-Technology)
URL:https://nala.org/event/metrolina-paralegal-association-annual-seminar/
LOCATION:Bank of America Tower at Legacy Union\, 620 South Tryon St Suite 800\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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SUMMARY:Level Up: LAW's 2026 Annual Seminar & Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:LAW-The Wyoming Paralegal Association\nDay 1 of LAW’s 2026 Annual Seminar & Membership Meeting\, a dynamic two-day event focused on learning\, networking\, and fun\, featuring practical instruction\, real-world strategy\, and experienced voices in the legal field. Please see attached Agenda for Day 1 for more information on the topics\, objectives and speaker bios. \nDay 1 Session Agenda: Level-Up-Agenda-Day-1.pdf \nDay 2 of LAW’s 2026 Annual Seminar & Membership Meeting\, a dynamic two-day event focused on learning\, networking\, and fun\, featuring practical instruction\, real-world strategy\, and experienced voices in the legal field. Please see attached Agenda for Day 2 for more information on the topics\, objectives and speaker bios \nDay 2 Session Agenda: Level-Up-Agenda-Day-2.pdf \nCLE Hours = 10 (1-Legal Ethics\, 3-Nonsubstantive\, 6-Substantive) \n 
URL:https://nala.org/event/357233/
LOCATION:Ramada Plaza Sheridan Hotel\, 1809 Sugarland Drive\, Sheridan\, WY\, 82801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T140000
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CREATED:20260218T170425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T155013Z
UID:10000497-1777035600-1777039200@nala.org
SUMMARY:OPA April Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Oklahoma Paralegal Association\nSonjanita Coleman Jordan is the owner of LA Paralegals\, LLC and the CEO of DUAL Support\, Inc. a non-profit organization focused on helping and healing women and men going through trauma as it relates to relationships\, separation\, divorce and domestic violence. The program will provide education on employment and criminal laws that are in place to assist domestic violence victims and survivors. The program will also provide information on how paralegals and legal professionals can recognize workplace\, home and family trauma\, and how domestic violence relates to relationships\, separation\, and divorce. \n  \nCLE Hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/opa-april-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
ORGANIZER;CN="Oklahoma Paralegal Association":MAILTO:gcwebb30@yahoo.com
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SUMMARY:You Can't Have AI Without AAPi
DESCRIPTION:Alabama Association of Paralegals\, Inc.\nAAPi is pleased to present a technology seminar to continue to carryout the Mission and Vision of AAPi- To promote the paralegal profession through awareness and education. Advancing Alabama paralegals through education and career development.\nThere will be 4 topics covered in this technology seminar. \nSession 1: Cam Cotney- “AI\, ChatGPT and the Record” 1.0 CLE\n1. Explore different types of generative AI\, the critical and multi-faceted role of an officer of the court\, and the potential impacts on the legal field. \nLearning Objectives: \n1.) Define artificial intelligence and generative AI\n2.) Clarify what tools like ChatGPT do (and don’t do)\n3.) Differentiate between traditional legal tech and AI-driven tools \nSession 2: Sheena McMorris- “From Zero to Hero: Quick Hacks to Look Like a Pro” 1.25 CLE\npresentation on utilizing Excel \nLearning Objectives: \n1. Identify and apply core Excel functions and shortcuts commonly used in legal practice to efficiently organize\, filter\, and review data sets such as discovery spreadsheets\, billing records\, and case summaries.\n2. Demonstrate practical techniques for cleaning\, formatting\, and summarizing data—including the use of formulas\, conditional formatting\, and quick analysis tools—to create professional\, attorney‑ready Excel work product.\n3. Implement time‑saving Excel “hacks” that reduce manual data entry and errors\, improving accuracy and efficiency in routine paralegal tasks and enhancing overall litigation support workflows. \nSession 3: Joe Schell- Exhibits in Practice: Navigating Paper v. Digital\, Sharing Platforms and Common Pitfalls” 1.0 CLE \nDescription: presentation of technology in the utilization of trial exhibits\, including best practices\n(Substantive) \nLearning Objectives: \n1.Differences between paper and digital exhibit workflows\n2. Best practices for sharing (OneDrive\, ShareFile\, Dropbox\, etc.)\n3. Common challenges around pre-deposition and during-deposition exhibit handling\n4. Where breakdowns tend to happen between firms and court reporting teams—and how to avoid them \nSession 4: Amy Jo McGuigan- “More Than a Profile: Building a Powerful Presence on LinkedIn” 1.0 CLE\nDescription- presentation on the utilization of LinkedIn and how it can benefit a paralegal as part of professional development (Non-substantive) \nLearning Objectives: \n1. Identify the key components of a strong and effective LinkedIn profile.\n2. Develop a professional brand that reflects their skills\, experience\, and career goals.\n3. Apply best practices for engaging with content and building visibility on LinkedIn.\n4. Utilize LinkedIn as a networking tool within the legal and legal technology communities.\n5. Recognize ethical considerations when using LinkedIn as a paralegal. \nCLE Hours = 4.25 (2.25-Nonsubstantive\, 2-Technology)
URL:https://nala.org/event/you-cant-have-ai-without-aapi/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T130000
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CREATED:20260402T173820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T173820Z
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SUMMARY:Utilizing Skilled Interpreters
DESCRIPTION:Northwest Florida Paralegal Association\, Inc.\nThis will be a session on the importance of hiring a certified interpreter who meets all judicial requirements. \nLearning Objectives: \n1. Florida Rules for Certification and Regulation of Spoken Language Court Interpreters (RULE 14.100 – 14.460).\n2. The importance of having an interpreter present at court hearings and trials\, mediations\, depositions\, and real estate closings.\n3. Distinctions between: (a) language versus dialect and (b) interpreter versus translator. \nSession Agenda: Florida-CLE-Using-Skilled-Interpreters.pdf \nCLE Hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/utilizing-skilled-interpreters/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T124807
CREATED:20260203T173520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T173520Z
UID:10000471-1777456800-1777482000@nala.org
SUMMARY:Tech-Powered Case Management for Paralegals
DESCRIPTION:In this timely course\, our knowledgeable faculty explore technology-driven solutions for optimizing case management. Discover tech-backed tools attorneys use to create case trackers\, formulate smart strategies for file archiving\, and much more. Take your skill to the next level – register today! \nFind out how to use technology to streamline client onboarding.\nGain tips and tricks for employing Excel and Word to track deadlines.\nExamine best practices for harnessing technology to organize evidence.\nDevelop tech-powered strategies for optimizing workflow management.\nDetermine how to optimize case management with AI tools. \n  \nCLE Hours = 6 (1 Legal Ethics\, 1 Non-Substantive\, 4 Technology)
URL:https://nala.org/event/tech-powered-case-management-for-paralegals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Third Party CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260429T120000
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CREATED:20260413T233008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T233017Z
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SUMMARY:Stand Out or Fall Behind: Why Formal Paralegal Education Matters
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nDescription: 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.\n\nCourse Year: 2026
URL:https://nala.org/event/stand-out-or-fall-behind-why-formal-paralegal-education-matters/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:NALA Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T130000
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SUMMARY:Medicaid\, Long Term Care and Social Security
DESCRIPTION:Paralegal Association of Florida\, Inc.\nThis seminar provides a comprehensive overview of the complex systems surrounding Medicaid\, long-term care\, and Social Security benefits\, with a focus on how care management plays a critical role in navigating these processes. Drawing on the experience of Matrix Care Management—a Florida-based home care agency serving the catastrophically injured\, developmentally disabled\, and elderly—the presentation highlights both the practical and strategic aspects of securing essential benefits and services. \nThe session begins by defining care management as a multidisciplinary approach that combines advocacy\, coordination of services\, and clinical assessment to support individuals and families. Attendees will gain insight into the wide range of services provided\, including special needs case management\, caregiver analysis\, benefit evaluations\, and quality-of-life planning. The presentation emphasizes how care managers serve as a central point of coordination\, ensuring that medical\, social\, and financial needs are addressed holistically. \nA significant portion of the seminar is dedicated to Medicaid\, including a step-by-step overview of the application process\, timelines\, and common challenges. Participants will learn how to navigate the MyAccess system\, respond to agency requests\, and avoid delays that can jeopardize eligibility. The seminar also explores available community resources and explains how professional care management can assist with applications\, follow-up\, appeals\, and renewals. \nThe discussion then transitions to long-term care planning\, comparing private long-term care insurance with Medicaid-managed care options. Attendees will learn about eligibility requirements\, waitlists\, and the realities of accessing services\, as well as the critical role of early planning. The seminar outlines how care managers advocate for clients throughout the process—from initial referral through service delivery—to maximize available benefits and ensure appropriate care. \nFinally\, the seminar addresses Social Security benefits\, including both Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Key eligibility criteria\, such as work history and income limitations\, are explained\, along with the application and appeals process. The presentation highlights how non-attorney representatives can assist individuals in securing these benefits\, particularly in cases involving initial denials. \nThroughout the seminar\, attendees will gain practical knowledge\, real-world strategies\, and a clearer understanding of how care management can bridge gaps between healthcare\, legal\, and government systems. The session concludes with a question-and-answer segment addressing common concerns such as cost\, timing of involvement\, and scope of services. \nLearning Objectives: \n1. Understand the role of care management in coordinating medical\, social\, and financial services for individuals with complex needs\, including how it supports improved outcomes and quality of life.\n2. Identify the eligibility requirements and application processes for Medicaid\, long-term care services\, and Social Security benefits\, including common challenges and strategies to navigate approvals and appeals.\n3. Evaluate practical strategies for advising clients or patients on accessing and maximizing public benefits and care services\, including when to involve care management and how to avoid delays or denials. \nSession Agenda: Medicaid-Long-Term-Care-and-Social-Security.docx \nCLE Hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/medicaid-long-term-care-and-social-security/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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