BECOME A NALA MEMBER

BECOME A NALA MEMBER

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Now is the time to advance your career and help shape the future of the paralegal profession. Join NALA, the leading paralegal association in the United States, and enjoy exclusive member benefits.

Why Choose NALA?

Membership Types

Open to individuals who meet at least one of the following qualifications:

  • Successfully completed NALA’s Certified Paralegal Exam
  • Graduated from an ABA-approved paralegal program
  • Graduated from an institutionally accredited program with no less than the equivalent of 60 semester hours of classroom study
  • Graduated from a paralegal program not listed above but has no less than six months of in-house training as a paralegal, whose attorney-employer attests that such person is a qualified paralegal
  • Holds a baccalaureate degree in any field, plus not less than six months of in-house training as a paralegal, whose attorney-employer attests that such person is a qualified paralegal
  • Minimum of three years of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney, including at least six months of in-house training as a paralegal, whose attorney-employer attests that such person is qualified as a paralegal
  • Minimum of two years of in-house training as a paralegal, whose attorney-employer attests that such person is a qualified paralegal

Are you a member of a NALA Affiliated Association? If so, you will see a 25% discount when joining or renewing! For questions, please contact us.

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*All military personnel receive a 20% discount on an Active Membership.

Open to individuals who meet at least one of the following qualifications:

  • Associate Membership
  • Member of bar association endorsing the paralegal concept or involved in the promotion of the paralegal profession
  • Individual involved in the educational field who endorses the paralegal concept or is involved in the promotion of the paralegal profession
  • Supervisor of paralegals

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Open to individuals, law firms, corporations, and paralegal program representatives who endorse the paralegal concept or are actively involved in the promotion of the paralegal profession.

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Open to individuals who meet the following qualifications:

  • Enrolled students (taking at least 5 semester hours in the current session or upcoming) in good standing in any university, college, junior college, or other approved school pursuing a course of study as a paralegal
  • Not currently employed as a paralegal

Student members of NALA Affiliated Associations can join NALA as a Student member for only $5.

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Membership Group Rates

As the nation’s largest paralegal association, NALA is dedicated to our mission of preparing paralegals for the challenges of the future through certification, professional development, and advocacy. We collaborate with legal firms, businesses, and corporations to enhance the skills, knowledge, and expertise of paralegals. 

We understand that as an employer of paralegals, having high-performing and talented employees is crucial to your success. The continuous professional development of your staff directly impacts your company’s ongoing achievements and your bottom line. When you provide NALA membership for your paralegals, you grant them access to a vast national and international network of fellow paralegals, professional development opportunities, continuing legal education (CLE), resources, and invaluable support. 

Our membership group rates enable companies to extend the full benefits of an Active type NALA membership* to all eligible paralegals within your organization, all at a single, discounted rate. We offer various options tailored to your organization’s size, ensuring you can select the best fit for your entire team. To qualify for this discounted group rate, a minimum of five members is required.  

For instructions on how to receive the membership group rate, click here.

When you are ready to seize this opportunity to provide your paralegal employees with top-tier paralegal support, click here to access the application.

*Please note that individuals benefiting from this group rate cannot be substituted by another individual during the membership year. 

Click here to learn more about NALA Active type member benefits.

Membership Renewal

We would like to take a moment to thank you for being a member of NALA. Your continued support and participation within our association is the key to our success. If your membership has already expired or if you’d like to renew early (60 days prior to your expiration date), we would love for you to consider renewing for another year!

Ways to Renew:
1. Online through your personal NALA Account (Detailed Renewal Instructions)
2. Contact a Member Services Representative at 918-587-6828.

If you need an invoice to present to your employer, click here to download the PDF. If you have any questions about the renewal process, please don’t hesitate to contact us at nalanet@nala.org or by calling 918-587-6828.

Note: If you are a NALA Certified Paralegal please remember that your membership dues are not the same as your CP / ACP recertification fee. These are paid separately.