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SUMMARY:Professionalism & Civility in Law
DESCRIPTION:Alabama Association of Paralegals\, Inc.\nErik Heninger\, Founding Partner of Heninger Garrison Davis\, LLC will speak to us on Professionalism & Civility in Law. \nSession Agenda: 10-08-26-Virtual-CLE.pdf \nLearning Objectives: \n1. Identify the essential principles of professionalism and civility in the legal workplace and explain how respectful conduct impacts attorneys\, paralegals\, clients\, opposing counsel\, courts\, and the legal profession as a whole.\n2. Apply effective communication and conflict-management strategies when dealing with challenging clients\, opposing counsel\, attorneys\, coworkers\, and other participants in the legal process while maintaining professionalism and composure.\n3. Recognize how paralegals can contribute to a culture of professionalism\, ethical advocacy\, and mutual respect within their legal teams and use practical techniques to strengthen professional relationships and uphold the integrity of the legal profession. \nCLE Hours = 1 Nonsubstantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/professionalism-civility-in-law/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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SUMMARY:Mental health/Self-care awareness for Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Alabama Association of Paralegals\, Inc. (AAPi)\nAAPi Region 1 presents a lunch and learn on Mental health/self-care awareness for Professionals. \nSession Agenda: AAPi_Lunch_and_Learn_R1-10.7.26.pdf \nLearning Objectives: \n• Gain a better understanding of what self-care is and why it matters.\n• Learn practical ways to support and strengthen their mental health.\n• Explore strategies for creating a sustainable and aligned work-life balance.\n• Identify simple actions that can help reduce stress and improve overall well-being. \nCLE Hours = 1 Non-Substantive \n 
URL:https://nala.org/event/mental-health-self-care-awareness-for-professionals/
LOCATION:Burr & Forman\, LLP\, 420 N 20th St. Suite 3400\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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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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SUMMARY:Effectiveness of Visuals & Video Presentations in Court Cases
DESCRIPTION:Alabama Association of Paralegals\, Inc.\nLearning Objectives: \nUnderstand how visual and video evidence influences juror comprehension and persuasion\nParticipants will be able to explain why demonstrative aids (e.g.\, timelines\, animations\, bodycam footage\, medical illustrations) improve juror understanding\, retention\, and credibility of case themes. \nIdentify best practices for selecting\, preparing\, and organizing effective courtroom visuals\nParticipants will learn how to assist attorneys by choosing appropriate visuals\, ensuring accuracy and simplicity\, and organizing exhibits and video clips for seamless courtroom presentation and compliance with evidentiary rules. \nRecognize common legal\, technical\, and ethical pitfalls associated with visual and video presentations\nParticipants will be able to spot issues such as improper enhancement\, misleading graphics\, authentication problems\, discovery concerns\, and courtroom technology failures—and take proactive steps to help avoid them. \nCLE Hours = 1 Non-substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/effectiveness-of-visuals-video-presentations-in-court-cases/
LOCATION:Faulkner University Cafeteria\, 5345 Atlanta Hwy\, Montgomery\, AL\, 36109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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