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  Hello Affiliates!  My name is Melissa Klimpel, and I am your new NALA Affiliated Associations Secretary. I am very excited about this position and want to thank you for this incredible opportunity to serve you and your association. I am delighted to work alongside a dedicated group of individuals.  I have been in your […]

Certified Paralegals (CPs)! Please find below the most current requirements for maintaining your Certified Paralegal (CP®) credential. Be sure to visit your NALA account regularly to review your CLE credits and certification expiration date. Disciplinary Procedures Update Disciplinary action may be taken against an Examination candidate or a Certified Paralegal if it is found that […]

As a NALA member, you have the exclusive opportunity to get involved in NALA leadership and make your mark not only on the association but also on the paralegal profession. Active type members can volunteer on NALA’s committees and Board of Directors. If you are a student or associate/sustaining member of NALA, you can still […]

NALA celebrates the achievements and volunteer efforts of our members through a variety of awards designed to honor excellence, leadership, and dedication to NALA and the paralegal profession. NALA’s awards can play a significant role in your professional development by boosting your reputation and enhancing your visibility within the legal community. Some benefits include networking […]

As a member of a professional organization dedicated to advancing the paralegal profession, you have access to rewarding volunteer opportunities to give back to the community, enhance your career, and contribute to the legal field. From 2022 to 2023, the number of NALA volunteers increased by 45%. Volunteers are the backbone of our member-led organization. […]

October 2024 by Krystyl Jenkins, ACP, PHR, CFM The term “bias” has been used a lot lately, so it is important to understand what that means. Bias is basically a preference for or against something, and it can be conscious, unconscious, or learned. We are going to look at defining, recognizing, and overcoming unconscious bias. […]