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Christine K. Lillo, ACP, a paralegal from South Dakota, is the epitome of an accomplished paralegal. Since earning her Certified Paralegal credential in 1994, Chris earned a Bachelor of Science in Sociology, three Advanced Certified Paralegal credentials, two NALA Affiliate Awards, and has served many years on the NALA Certifying Board. She also served as […]

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January 2021 DEI Article “Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg: An Inspirational Champion of Equity” Written by Bobby T. Rimas, Associate Professor United States Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was unique in that she symbolized an inspirational champion of equity. Ginsburg not only had a very influential impact within the legal profession, but also within a nation where […]

In this second article on the topic of writing, let us take a look at the principles around capitalization, grammar (vague pronouns, subject-verb agreement), spelling, symbols, and quotations. We will also revisit punctuation, which was the primary topic of “The Mechanics of Writing, A Series – Part One.” However, here we will focus on the apostrophe, exclamation mark, […]

In this second article on the topic of writing, let us take a look at the principles around capitalization, grammar (vague pronouns, subject-verb agreement), spelling, symbols, and quotations. We will also revisit punctuation, which was the primary topic of “The Mechanics of Writing, A Series – Part One.” However, here we will focus on the apostrophe, exclamation mark, […]

“I think I’ve got the black lung, pop,” said Derek Zoolander. “For God’s sake Derek, you were down there one day!” replied Larry Zoolander. Ben Stiller’s role in Zoolander from 2001 leaves much to be desired overall, but just as in our office, black lung is commonly referenced. Federal Black Lung claims have long been fought and regulations have certainly changed over the years, but even […]