Leadership Exploration and Development (LEAD) Program

Unlock Your Leadership Potential with LEAD:
Empowering NALA Members to Lead with Confidence

Applications for the next cohort will open in summer 2027.

Hey, Active type NALA members! Are you ready to unlock your leadership potential? NALA’s Leadership Exploration and Development (LEAD) Program is designed to enhance your leadership competencies, opening doors to expand your leadership opportunities. Whether you are aiming for a leadership position with NALA or an affiliated association, or want to improve your leadership skills at work or in the community, this comprehensive program offers actionable insights to help you lead.

Applications for the next cohort of LEAD will open in summer 2027. Keep an eye on the membership newsletter and our social media, so you do not miss your chance to be part of this prestigious NALA program. Only a handful of NALA Active type members will be selected for the 2027-2028 training.

What you need to know before you apply
  • The program consists of 10 sessions, packed with engaging content and expert guidance. From the DiSC Personality Test and valuing diversity to effective meetings and speaking skills, each session is designed to empower you on your leadership journey.
  • To remain enrolled in the program, participants can only miss up to two sessions.
  • All scheduled sessions will be held virtually, with attendees and instructors using full video and audio. Attendees will also have assignments and small-group work between the scheduled sessions, and a final capstone project will be due at the end of the program.
  • Participants can expect to spend an average of 3-4 hours/month for the duration of the program.
What is my investment?
  • Review all program dates and commit to all sessions and assignments of the program.
  • Request permission from or inform your employer that you will be participating.
  • The time needed to participate fully in the program is estimated at 3-4 hours/month.
  • The program fee upon selection (includes all sessions, materials, and resources) is $250. You can apply for a hardship request if necessary.

There are no fees to apply. All applicants selected for the NALA LEAD program will be notified whether they were selected.

Do you want to hear what NALA leaders have to say? They cannot recommend LEAD enough, highlighting its relevance to NALA leadership roles and praising the engaging facilitators. Watch their testimonials here:

Jill I. Francisco, ACP – Past President
Debra L. Overstreet, ACP – Past President
Debby J. Sawyer, ACP – Vice President

Invest in your future and embrace your leadership potential with LEAD. Check back in summer 2027 for your chance to join an elite group of leaders shaping the future of NALA and the paralegal profession.

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