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SUMMARY:Leveling Up Your Career: Proven Strategies for Professional Growth
DESCRIPTION:Drawing on their combined expertise in recruiting\, coaching\, and professional development\, Emily and Liz will walk you through actionable strategies that can help you elevate your career—no matter your industry or experience level. From setting SMART goals and closing skill gaps to building your personal brand and networking with purpose\, you’ll gain practical tools to grow with intention and confidence. \n  \nCLE hours = 1 Non-substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/leveling-up-your-career-proven-strategies-for-professional-growth/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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SUMMARY:2025 Diversity Summit
DESCRIPTION:    Nebraska Paralegal Association\nCourageous Persistence: Advancing Cultural Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion in the \nWorkplace. In an era where inclusion is not just a value but a necessity\, legal and HR\nprofessionals are at the forefront of shaping culturally competent\, equitable workplaces. This\nevent will explore how courageous persistence – through policy\, advocacy\, and intentional\nleadership-can break down systemic barriers and champion authentic diversity; and will offer\ninsight\, tools\, and inspiration to help legal and HR leaders drive lasting\, meaningful change by\nembracing the power of diverse voices and experiences. \n\n\nNon-substantive CLE hours:  2.5\n\n\nSubstantive CLE hours: 2
URL:https://nala.org/event/2025-diversity-summit/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Role of a Process Server in the Legal System
DESCRIPTION:1. Understanding the Role of a Process Server in the Legal System\n2. Challenges and Best Practices in Process Serving\n3. When Private Investigation Complements Process Serving \n  \nCLE hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/understanding-the-role-of-a-process-server-in-the-legal-system/
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SUMMARY:Being Resolution Minded…
DESCRIPTION:Title: Being Resolution Minded… \n1. Start with the end goal in mind – Avoid the typical fights.\n2. Organization – What is the requested relief? This creates accountability.\n3. Accountability Leads to Resolution and Avoids Surprises – Reality sets in and resolution starts to look like the best option. \n  \nIn-person attendees meet at VAST located in: \nDevon Energy building at 333 W. Sheridan Ave.\, 49th Floor\, Oklahoma City\, OK 73102. \nCLE hours = 1 Non-substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/being-resolution-minded/
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SUMMARY:Contracts 101
DESCRIPTION:Background on contracts\, making an agreement (offer\, acceptance\, and consideration)\, and papering the deal. \n  \n  \nCLE hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/contracts-101/
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SUMMARY:Utilizing Artificial Intelligence in the Legal World
DESCRIPTION:This is presentation is part of SCUPA’s monthly Lunch and Learn.\nAttorney Stuart Sarratt will speak on the subject of AI.\nThe presentation is entitled “Utilizing Artificial Intelligence in the Legal World”\nThrough his presentation\, Mr. Sarratt will:\n1. Inform attendees about the practical use of AI applications and tools within the legal field\, with a heavy focus on\nthe types of tasks paralegals perform;\n2. Educate attendees about the responsible use of AI tools; and\n3. Advise attendees how to avoid ethical pitfalls while utilizing AI tools and applications. \n  \nIn-person attendees meet at: Poinsett Club\, 807 E. Washington St.\, Greenville\, SC \n\nTechnology CLE hours: 1
URL:https://nala.org/event/utilizing-artificial-intelligence-in-the-legal-world/
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ORGANIZER;CN="South Carolina Upstate Paralegal Association (SCUPA)":MAILTO:treasurer@scupa.org
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SUMMARY:Expert Witnesses
DESCRIPTION:Timely submit designation of expert witness\nWhat criteria the expert witness must provide\nDeadline for expert witness to do report and what should be included \n  \n  \nCLE hours = 1 Legal Ethics
URL:https://nala.org/event/expert-witnesses-2/
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SUMMARY:Magna Legal Services & MPA Lunch & Learn - Witness Preparation & Investigative Services
DESCRIPTION:Magna Legal Services’ expert consultants will develop a structure for your witness’ testimony\, prepare them for responding to challenging questions & allow them to deliver the most effective message at trial. \nComprehensive investigative services to support your case. Having accurate\, unbiased information is essential when preparing for legal proceedings. Investigative services will get you the facts to make informed\, strategic decisions. \n  \n  \nCLE hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/magna-legal-services-mpa-lunch-learn-witness-preparation-investigative-services/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250429
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SUMMARY:A Winning Discovery Team: Best Collaboration Practices Between Attorneys & Paralegals for a Seamless Process
DESCRIPTION:The collaboration between attorneys and paralegals is critical to achieving success and efficiency in the discovery process. This presentation will explore the essential roles both parties play in the discovery process and highlight best practices for fostering seamless teamwork. We will cover strategies for clear communication\, delegation of tasks\, use of technology\, and methods for ensuring thoroughness and accuracy in discovery. By sharing real-world examples and actionable insights\, attendees will learn how to create a cohesive\, well-coordinated team that navigates the complexities of discovery with precision\, speed\, and confidence. Whether you’re new to discovery or looking to refine your team’s approach\, this session will provide invaluable tools to help both attorneys and paralegals work together more effectively for successful outcomes. \n  \n  \nCLE hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/a-winning-discovery-team-best-collaboration-practices-between-attorneys-paralegals-for-a-seamless-process/
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SUMMARY:Mississippi Paralegal Association\, Inc. 1/2 Day Spring Seminar
DESCRIPTION:  \nCLE hours = 4 (2 Substantive\, 1 Legal Ethics\, 1 Technology)
URL:https://nala.org/event/mississippi-paralegal-association-inc-1-2-day-spring-seminar/
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