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SUMMARY:Applying the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure: Insights for Paralegals
DESCRIPTION:Play By the Rules\n\nEnhance your expertise in federal litigation! This course covers the essential Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP) you need to know\, from rules relating to managing discovery to rules applicable to assisting with motions and case strategy. Learn how you play a crucial role in case management by staying ahead of filing deadlines\, organizing key documents\, and ensuring compliance. We’ll also cover best practices and ethical considerations to help you stay in compliance with the FRCP\, safeguard confidential information\, and avoid sanctions. Join us to build confidence in supporting your legal team’s success in federal cases – register today! \n\nExamine key rules of civil procedure that are most pertinent to paralegal practice.\nDiscover effective ways to use the FRCP to support your attorney in motion practice and beyond.\nDiscuss ethical considerations and the importance of compliance with the FRCP.\n\n\nCLE hours = 3 (2 Substantive\, 1 Legal Ethics)
URL:https://nala.org/event/applying-the-federal-rules-of-civil-procedure-insights-for-paralegals/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T140000
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CREATED:20250417T160951Z
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UID:10000011-1747141200-1747144800@nala.org
SUMMARY:Everyday Legal Ethics: A Refresher for Paralegals
DESCRIPTION:How to Handle Ethical Issues Like a Pro and Sidestep Landmines\n\nDisciplinary actions\, erosion of client trust\, and sanctions against your attorney – this list illustrates just a few of the potential repercussions of ethical missteps. Are you comfortable with those consequences? In this focused guide\, our veteran faculty walks you through the basics of legal ethics. From tips for handling ethical issues with technology to guidelines for avoiding the unauthorized practice of law (UPL)\, you do not want to miss this chance to broaden your knowledge. Register today! \n\nExamine best practices for preserving client confidentiality.\nUncover practical guidance for dealing with conflicts of interest.\nDetermine when to turn to a supervising lawyer for help with an ethical issue.\n\n\nCLE hours = 1 Legal Ethics
URL:https://nala.org/event/everyday-legal-ethics-a-refresher-for-paralegals/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250429T175249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T175249Z
UID:10000079-1747137600-1747141200@nala.org
SUMMARY:Texas Notarizations- Curing Errors and Identifying Defective & Fraudulent Documents
DESCRIPTION:Join HMPA for an insightful session with Matthew Darby where we will discuss notarization errors and how to cure them. Additionally\, we will cover how to detect different types of physical and electronic document fraud. \n\nNon-substantive CLE hours:  1
URL:https://nala.org/event/texas-notarizations-curing-errors-and-identifying-defective-fraudulent-documents/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250512
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250513
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250421T145602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T192822Z
UID:10000051-1747008000-1747094399@nala.org
SUMMARY:IPA's 2025 Spring Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCLE hours = 10 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/ipas-2025-spring-education-conference/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T161500
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250417T160814Z
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UID:10000010-1746709200-1746720900@nala.org
SUMMARY:Paralegals' Checklist Guide to Personal Injury Cases
DESCRIPTION:Are You Missing Anything?\n\nWhen it comes to personal injury cases\, checklists are invaluable to ensuring no deadlines\, evidence\, liens\, or other important details go overlooked. This paralegal program is chock full of checklists to help you ensure you’ve dotted the i’s and crossed the t’s. From case inception to tying up loose ends after trial\, know exactly what steps you need to take and when. Keep cases organized and on track – register today! \n\nGet a comprehensive overview of all key tasks that must be completed by plaintiff and defense.\nWalk through checklists to ensure you’re leaving no stones unturned during case investigations.\nIdentify all potential liens and navigate the way to resolution with handy checklists.\nReceive step-by-step guidance for discovery\, trial preparation\, and other litigation to-dos.\n\nCLE hours = 3 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/paralegals-checklist-guide-to-personal-injury-cases/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250421T143133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T143133Z
UID:10000048-1746705600-1746709200@nala.org
SUMMARY:Expert Witnesses
DESCRIPTION:  \nCLE hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/expert-witnesses/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250508T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250508T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250421T135509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T135509Z
UID:10000044-1746705600-1746709200@nala.org
SUMMARY:Is Your Court Reporter a Robot?" The Marriage of Technologies
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCLE hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/is-your-court-reporter-a-robot-the-marriage-of-technologies/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250417T160437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T160450Z
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SUMMARY:F is for Family Law: An Introductory Guide for Paralegals
DESCRIPTION:From Intake to Final Decree and Beyond!\n\nLooking to build a solid foundation in family law? This course will provide you with the skills you need to manage divorce\, support\, and custody cases from start to finish. Learn how to conduct effective client intake\, organize and maintain case files\, and stay on top of important deadlines. Dive into analyzing financial documents and calculating support payments. Explore the options for custody and parenting plans and how to modify or terminate these orders. Unlock the skills you need to get started in family law – register today! \n\nStreamline your workflow with case and file management software.\nUnveil methods for reviewing financial records and assessing income.\nDiscover the procedures for divorce cases\, including preparing the preliminary petition.\nBuild confidence in drafting important requests\, responses\, motions\, and more.\nExplore how to handle ethical dilemmas\, such as UPL and dishonest clients.\n\n\nCLE hours = 6 (5 Substantive\, 1 Legal Ethics)
URL:https://nala.org/event/f-is-for-family-law-an-introductory-guide-for-paralegals/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250417T155943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T155943Z
UID:10000008-1746540000-1746543600@nala.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Commercial Debt Collections for Paralegals
DESCRIPTION:Practical Fundamentals of Collecting From Businesses\n\nGet the knowledge and practical skills you need to assist attorneys in the complex work of commercial debt collection. This course breaks down the legal framework governing business collections and offers practical tools for determining debtor financial status and supporting key creditor remedy actions. Expand your proficiencies – register today! \n\nClarify critical laws and regulations governing commercial debt collections.\nUncover the true state of debtor business’s finances to help determine the best course of action.\nExplore common claims actions and get tips for supporting each one.\n\n\nCLE hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/intro-to-commercial-debt-collections-for-paralegals/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250424T123743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T123743Z
UID:10000064-1746532800-1746536400@nala.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Forensic Meteorology & Weather and Why it's Vital in Certain Litigation Cases
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the importance of forensic meteorology and weather in litigation and how to find general meteorology sources publicly. \n  \n  \nCLE hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/understanding-forensic-meteorology-weather-and-why-its-vital-in-certain-litigation-cases/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250421T141725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T142841Z
UID:10000047-1746086400-1746118800@nala.org
SUMMARY:WDALA Spring Seminar
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCLE hours = 6 (4.5 Substantive\, 1.5 Legal Ethics)
URL:https://nala.org/event/client-confidentiality-legal-ethics-treating-client-information-with-respect/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250417T155753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T155753Z
UID:10000007-1746003600-1746028800@nala.org
SUMMARY:Managing Estate Plans (Document Management\, Tracking Life Events\, Requesting Updates)
DESCRIPTION:Keeping Estate Plans on Track\n\nTrusts and estates paralegals know the work doesn’t begin and end at getting the will and trust drafted. The only way the estate plan works is when it’s based on accurate information\, signed and executed properly\, and if it’s updated regularly. This legal guide covers the process from client intake through execution\, life event changes\, all the way to probate. Get practical knowledge to help you accomplish the tasks more effectively. Register today! \n\nImprove and customize your client intake and make sure all the necessary documents are gathered.\nGet tips for effective communication with various stakeholders.\nPrepare clients for the estate planning process and organize case files.\nMake better use of customized estate planning document templates.\nStay on top of post-drafting estate plan execution and maintenance.\nLearn how to assist attorneys in estate planning and probate.\n\n\nCLE hours = 6 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/managing-estate-plans-document-management-tracking-life-events-requesting-updates/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T161500
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250417T154837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T154837Z
UID:10000005-1745931600-1745943300@nala.org
SUMMARY:From Background Checks to Trial: Paralegal's Guide to Witness Management
DESCRIPTION:Unlock Your Potential and Master Critical Witness Management Skills\n\nA paralegal who can effectively deal with witnesses will free up valuable time for their attorney supervisors\, providing peace of mind as they focus on legal strategy and case preparation. Can your attorneys trust you to deliver? This concise course will reveal critical witness management skills every litigation paralegal should know. From identifying witnesses to providing courtroom support\, get the insights you need to provide your attorney critical support. Elevate your impact – register today! \n\nFind background information on witnesses that could affect the case or testimony.\nGain expertise in conducting witness interviews and capturing compelling statements.\nMake sure witnesses are where they need to be\, when and where your attorneys need them.\nCreate well-organized witness files that can be easily accessed throughout the case.\n\n\nCLE hours = 3 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/from-background-checks-to-trial-paralegals-guide-to-witness-management/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250429T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250417T155358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T155358Z
UID:10000006-1745931600-1745935200@nala.org
SUMMARY:Doing Business in Other States: Foreign Qualification Requirements and Compliance
DESCRIPTION:When a business conducts activities in a state other than its state of formation\, it will need to determine whether foreign qualification is required.  This webinar “Doing Business in Other States: Foreign Qualification Requirements and Compliance” will define foreign qualification\, discuss what steps are necessary to determine whether an entity is “doing business” in a foreign state\, review the foreign qualification process and address the ongoing compliance obligations necessary for the business to remain in good standing in the foreign state.  Additionally\, we will review the statutory exemptions to foreign qualification (what does not constitute doing business) and discuss some relevant court decisions. \n  \nCLE hours = 1 Non-substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/doing-business-in-other-states-foreign-qualification-requirements-and-compliance/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T151500
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250417T154401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T154422Z
UID:10000004-1745496000-1745507700@nala.org
SUMMARY:Case File Management Tips and Tricks for Paralegals
DESCRIPTION:Fresh Approaches That Save Time and Enhance Accuracy\n\nWave goodbye to missed deadlines and high stress levels\, and wave hello to enhanced efficiency and organization! In this essential course\, our distinguished faculty dole out paralegal tips and tricks for effective case file management. Explore best practices for building a calendar system\, gain insights into the most popular case management software\, and more. Boost your productivity – register today! \n\nAnalyze best practices for client management and communication.\nObtain tips for tracking court dates and deadlines.\nEvaluate different methods of organizing and storing case files.\nDiscover the legal essentials of closing and archiving case files.\n\nCLE hours = 3 Non-substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/case-file-management-tips-and-tricks-for-paralegals/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250421T134956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T172900Z
UID:10000042-1745409600-1745413200@nala.org
SUMMARY:Ethical Do's and Don'ts in a Litigation and High Conflict Cases
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCLE hours = 1 Legal Ethics
URL:https://nala.org/event/ethical-dos-and-donts-in-a-litigation-and-high-conflict-cases/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250417T152201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T154538Z
UID:10000003-1745402400-1745427600@nala.org
SUMMARY:LLC Formation for Paralegals
DESCRIPTION:Build Initial Research\, Formation Documents\, Filing\, and Compliance Skills\n\nThe start of every business must be thoroughly researched and organized to give it the best chance of success. This course will give you the knowledge\, forms\, and checklists you need to assist in LLC formation. Register today! \n\nOrganize client intake and initial research necessary for drafting formation documents.\nDiscover the nuances of creating different types of LLCs and essential taxation considerations.\nReview all the documents and steps needed to form an LLC.\nSet up critical recordkeeping and reporting practices that shore up LLC protections.\nStay within the bounds of ethical restrictions on what paralegals can do in LLC formation.\n\n\nCLE hours = 6 (5 Substantive\, 1 Legal Ethics)
URL:https://nala.org/event/llc-formation-for-paralegals/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250421T134447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T134447Z
UID:10000041-1745326800-1745330400@nala.org
SUMMARY:AI for Paralegals: Streamlining Workflows and Enhancing Efficiency
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCLE hours = 1 Technology
URL:https://nala.org/event/ai-for-paralegals-streamlining-workflows-and-enhancing-efficiency/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250421T134110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T134110Z
UID:10000040-1745323200-1745326800@nala.org
SUMMARY:HIPAA Compliance Overview
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCLE hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/hipaa-compliance-overview/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250423
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250422T130618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T130618Z
UID:10000056-1745280000-1745366399@nala.org
SUMMARY:Generative AI and Present-Biased Corporate Misconduct
DESCRIPTION:As generative AI tools become increasingly embedded in corporate decision-making\, legal professionals must stay ahead of the curve. This session explores the intersection of emerging AI technologies and present-biased misconduct—when companies prioritize short-term benefits over long-term legal and ethical obligations. Designed specifically for paralegals\, this event will break down how generative AI can influence risky corporate behaviors\, what warning signs to look for\, and how to support legal teams in identifying and mitigating misconduct. Attendees will examine real-world examples\, discuss evolving compliance standards\, and walk away with actionable insights to enhance their role in today’s AI-augmented legal landscape. Whether you’re involved in litigation support\, compliance research\, or corporate due diligence\, this session will give you the tools to stay informed and proactive in the face of new ethical challenges. \n  \n  \nCLE hours = 1 Technology
URL:https://nala.org/event/generative-ai-and-present-biased-corporate-misconduct/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T040709
CREATED:20250421T135214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T135214Z
UID:10000043-1745236800-1745240400@nala.org
SUMMARY:OPA's Spring Webinar
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nCLE hours = 1 Legal Ethics
URL:https://nala.org/event/opas-spring-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
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