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NALA understands the value of continuing education and professional development. That is why members like you receive access to complimentary education. You can earn CLE credits for free by taking advantage of our growing library of educational offerings. It is NALA’s goal to provide one free webinar for members every quarter. For as long as […]

The time has come once again for the annual Movember campaign: dedicated to raising awareness about men’s health issues throughout the month of November. For many, this might conjure images of growing mustaches in solidarity, but Movember’s mission extends far beyond facial hair. It is a movement committed to tackling some of the most significant […]

November 2024 By Angela A. Oberle, ACP When I was looking for a topic to write about, I received a suggestion for anti-rural bias. I started researching this concept and ended up with about 10 different topics, from politics to education to health care. I decided to write about something that I see every day […]

The holiday season can be a time of joy and connection, but it often brings increased stress, especially for paralegals. With the usual year-end rush, deadlines, and expectations from both work and family, maintaining a healthy work-life balance can be challenging. As a paralegal who already manages demanding workloads and high expectations, you may find […]

NALA Volunteer Spotlight – November 2024 Brian Snow, ACP Brian Snow, ACP, is a member of NALA’s Continuing Education Council (CEC) who brings a wealth of experience, insight, and dedication to NALA and the paralegal profession. Before volunteering with NALA, Brian served on the Board of Directors for the Alabama Association of Paralegals, Inc. (AAPi), […]

Legal professionals are increasingly burdened with managing extensive documentation, tight deadlines, and new technologies. In fact, according to NALA’s 2022 Utilization and Compensation Survey, around 85% of paralegals reported working more than their normal hours throughout the year. However, there are some simple tips and technologies that can ease the stress levels, pressures, and workloads […]