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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260407T100000
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CREATED:20251215T223301Z
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UID:10000425-1775556000-1775581200@nala.org
SUMMARY:Requesting and Summarizing Medical Records: Paralegal Tips and Pointers
DESCRIPTION:From preparing medical record requests to creating medical summaries\, this comprehensive program covers everything paralegals need to know about handling medical records. You’ll gain strategies for preparing medical record requests\, interpreting medical and billing data\, preparing detailed summaries\, and more. Don’t miss opportunity to sharpen your skills – register today! \nSafeguard privacy by complying with essential HIPAA policies.\nDiscover tips for requesting medical records and locating additional patient information.\nDecode medical data to uncover key facts and discrepancies.\nGain insights into preparing high-quality medical record summaries.\nExplore time-saving technology for managing\, reviewing\, and summarizing medical records.\nTransform disorganized records into powerful\, attorney-ready materials. \n  \nCLE Hours = 6 (1 Legal Ethics\, 1 Technology\, 4 Substantive)
URL:https://nala.org/event/requesting-and-summarizing-medical-records-paralegal-tips-and-pointers/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Third Party CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090224
CREATED:20260318T220743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T220944Z
UID:10000541-1775561400-1775565000@nala.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090224
CREATED:20260327T124116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T124116Z
UID:10000548-1775563200-1775566800@nala.org
SUMMARY:Updates from the Clerk
DESCRIPTION:Volusia County Paralegal Association\, Inc.\nThe session will be a live lunchtime presentation and Q & A by the Volusia County Clerk of Court Laura Roth. \nLearning Objectives: \n1. Changes to eportal submissions that have occurred in the last year and what will be coming in the next year.\n2. Tips for electronic submissions in the Seventh Judicial Circuit\, including proposed orders.\n3. E-recording best practices. \nCLE Hours = 1 Technology
URL:https://nala.org/event/updates-from-the-clerk/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260408T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090224
CREATED:20251215T223514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T223514Z
UID:10000426-1775642400-1775667600@nala.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Trial Preparation Issues and Answers for Paralegals
DESCRIPTION:This program delves into the stress points of trial preparation\, giving you the tools and insights to troubleshoot issues and thrive under pressure. From managing late discovery to leveraging AI\, each session blends practical strategies\, real-world “what if” scenarios\, and actionable insights you can use immediately. Discover what top litigation teams do to stay calm\, prepared\, and in control in the chaos – register today! \nLearn how to manage massive evidence sets and version control challenges.\nStay organized and create systems that prevent oversights.\nExplore “what-if” scenarios and proactive solutions to exhibit and witness problems.\nWork smarter with emerging tools like artificial intelligence.\nDiscover tips to help you perform under pressure without burning out. \n  \nCLE Hours = 6 (1 Legal ethics\, 1.25 Substantive\, 1.5 Non-Substantive\, 2.25 Technology)
URL:https://nala.org/event/advanced-trial-preparation-issues-and-answers-for-paralegals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Third Party CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T130000
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UID:10000527-1775649600-1775653200@nala.org
SUMMARY:Navigating the WV Tax Sale: Processes and Title Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Legal Assistants/Paralegals of Southern West Virginia\nHampton Rose is our scheduled speaker for the month of April’s Lunch & Learn Webinar Sponsored by the Legal Assistants/Paralegals of Southern West Virginia (LAPSWV):\n“Navigating the WV Tax Sale: Processes and Title Challenges”\n• Date: Wednesday\, April 8\, 2026\n• Time: Noon\n• Zoom®\n• CLE Credits: 1 credit\nThis Lunch & Learn webinar focuses on the procedural aspects and title issues related to tax sales in West Virginia. Discussion will include:\n• Real property tax sales – Guidance on withholding for nonresidents\, with rates at 2.5% of the total payment or 4.82% of the estimated capital gain.\n• Property tax relief – Potential elimination of property taxes on homestead real property starting July 1\, 2027.\n• Local tax changes. \nLearning objectives: \n1. Strengthen knowledge on WV tax sale\n2. Provide insights on overcoming real estate title issues in the tax sale process\n3. Provide practical tips in the process of reporting non-residential sales tax on transfers \nSession Agenda: April-2025-Lunch-Learn.pdf \nCLE Hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/navigating-the-wv-tax-sale-processes-and-title-challenges/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
ORGANIZER;CN="Legal Assistants/Paralegals of Southern West Virginia":MAILTO:Treasurer@lapswv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260318T220339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T220339Z
UID:10000540-1775649600-1775653200@nala.org
SUMMARY:Code Compliance Primer
DESCRIPTION:Learning Objectives: \n1. What is Code Compliance\n2. What falls under Code Compliance\n3. The Violation Notice Process \nCLE Hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/code-compliance-primer/
LOCATION:Roanoke City Library\, 706 S Jefferson St\, Roanoke\, VA\, 24016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260408T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260408T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260327T124941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T124941Z
UID:10000549-1775649600-1775653200@nala.org
SUMMARY:April Brown Bag Seminar: Cannibis Control Division
DESCRIPTION:Montana Association of Legal Assistants * Paralegals\nThis presentation will provide an overview of Montana’s cannabis laws and regulatory framework. It will explain how the CCD operates\, including its role in licensing\, compliance\, and enforcement. The session will walk through key review processes for applications\, highlight common misunderstandings applicants encounter\, and clarify requirements for owner and financial interest disclosures. Additionally\, the presentation will cover violations of cannabis law\, enforcement actions\, and recent rule changes impacting licensees and applicants. \nLearning Objectives: \n1. Violations of cannabis law\n2. Enforcement actions regarding cannabis\n3. Recent rule changes impacting licensees and applicants \nSession Agenda : April-Brown-Bag-Description.docx \nCLE Hours =  1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/april-brown-bag-seminar-cannibis-control-division/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260316T211456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T211456Z
UID:10000538-1775671200-1775678400@nala.org
SUMMARY:Civil Asset Forfeiture in Florida
DESCRIPTION:Brevard Paralegal Association\, Inc.\nThis is the Brevard Paralegal Association Annual Membership Meeting and CLE. The evening will begin with the election of officers\, followed by dinner and CLE. \nLearning Objectives: \n1. Identify the statutory basis and historical foundations of civil asset forfeiture in Florida\, including what constitutes contraband under the Florida Contraband Forfeiture Act.\n2. Distinguish between seizure and forfeiture phases\, including arrest requirements\, key exceptions\, probable cause review\, and the applicable burdens of proof.\n3. Apply civil forfeiture principles to common law enforcement scenarios\, considering search and seizure issues\, economic and crime-prevention purposes\, and Eighth Amendment concerns. \nCLE Hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/civil-asset-forfeiture-in-florida/
LOCATION:Space Coast Association of REALTORS\, 2950 Pineda Way\, Melbourne\, FL\, 32940\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260320T175734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T175734Z
UID:10000544-1775736000-1775739600@nala.org
SUMMARY:Ethics for Paralegals
DESCRIPTION:Smoky Mountain Paralegal Association\nEthics for paralegals – the unauthorized practice of law; the proposed Supreme Court amendment considering the expansion of paraprofessional roles; and AI and how it can lead to the unauthorized practice of law. \nLearning Objectives: \n1. The core ethical obligation is public protection: only licensed lawyers may perform legal tasks that require professional judgment or interpretation of law.\n2. Supreme Courts remain cautious\, emphasizing training\, oversight\, and accountability frameworks to preserve ethical standards and limit risk.\n3. When nonlawyers use AI to assist others\, they may unintentionally engage in unauthorized practice of law\, even if no payment or intent to deceive exists. \nCLE Hours = 1 Legal Ethics
URL:https://nala.org/event/ethics-for-paralegals/
LOCATION:Blount Mansion\, 200 W Hill Ave\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260330T152226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T152226Z
UID:10000552-1775737800-1775741400@nala.org
SUMMARY:SCUPA April Lunch & Learn: Understanding OSINT: Open Source Investigations in Risk Management
DESCRIPTION:South Carolina Upstate Paralegal Association (SCUPA)\nSCUPA’s April 2026 Lunch and Learn entitled: “Understanding OSINT: Open-Source Investigations in Risk Management”\nSpeaker is Stephen Roper\, Certified Fraud Examiner\nMr. Roper’s presentation will accomplish these three objectives: \n1. Establish an understanding of open-source investigations and their utility in insurance defense scenarios\n2. Share how evolutions in technology have affected OSINT research and its capabilities for different case-types\, i.e. person vs. location-based investigations\n3. Train audiences on detail-oriented analysis of OSINT content to aid their own desktop research efforts \nCLE Hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/scupa-april-lunch-learn-understanding-osint-open-source-investigations-in-risk-management/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
ORGANIZER;CN="South Carolina Upstate Paralegal Association (SCUPA)":MAILTO:treasurer@scupa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260402T164037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T164045Z
UID:10000556-1775739600-1775743200@nala.org
SUMMARY:Conscious Communication: Managing Conflict in a Digital Environment
DESCRIPTION:Course Materials: Most live webinars include the ability to ask questions during the webinar about the topic\, view slides of the presentation and have access to a recording of the webinar. \n\nDescription: This session discusses conflict in the digital sphere\, what it means\, and how to recognize its root causes\, as well as how it affects people personally. It takes conscious communication strategies to be understood and resolved. Self-awareness is another crucial element.\n\nCourse Year: 2026
URL:https://nala.org/event/conscious-communication-managing-conflict-in-a-digital-environment/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:NALA Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260409T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260409T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260203T194016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T194016Z
UID:10000482-1775746800-1775750400@nala.org
SUMMARY:Legal Ethics of Handling Digital Documents: Your Duties as a Paralegal
DESCRIPTION:Build your knowledge! In this legal briefing\, our distinguished faculty explore paralegal best practices for working with electronic legal files. From cloud computing tips to document retention guidelines\, don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your ability to handle digital files with care. Register today! \nReview key ethics opinions on the dos and don’ts of handling electronic files.\nExamine best practices for safeguarding client confidentiality.\nDetermine what steps to take when responding to a data breach. \n  \nCLE Hours = 1 Legal Ethics
URL:https://nala.org/event/legal-ethics-of-handling-digital-documents-your-duties-as-a-paralegal/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Third Party CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260310T154653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T162852Z
UID:10000528-1775808000-1775836800@nala.org
SUMMARY:CAPA 12th Annual All Day CLE Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Capital Area Paralegal Association\nThis is an all-day CLE seminar with 6 one-hour substantive CLE presentations. This is an in-person seminar at Norris Conference Center in Austin\, Texas. \n2 presentations will include 1/2 hour of ethics. \n2026-CLE-SEMINAR-FLYERS.pdf \nPresentations: \n\nCovering the Litigation Bases: Everything You Need to know about working a litigation docket more efficiently and effectively.\nProtecting the Vulnerable with Trusts\nFamily Violence in Family Law\nNot Just for Show: The Paralegal’s Role in IP and Ethics for Creative Clients\nTraumatic Brain Injury Litigation: Identifying and Proving Invisible Injuries\nFamily Law Meets Immigration Law: A Practical Guide\n\nCLE Hours = 6 (1 – Legal Ethics\, 5 – Substantive)
URL:https://nala.org/event/capa-12th-annual-all-day-cle-seminar/
LOCATION:Norris Conference Center\, 2525 W Anderson Lane Ste 365\, Austin\, 78757\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260327T144757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T145341Z
UID:10000550-1775820600-1775824200@nala.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Indian Law
DESCRIPTION:Central Oklahoma Paralegal Association\nSpeaker: Victoria (“Tori”) Holland\, United Keetoowah Band Congressional Delegate\, Tribal Attorney. \nTAKEAWAYS:\n1. Participants will have a basic understanding of civil jurisdiction in Indian Country.\n2. Participants will have a basic understanding of criminal jurisdiction in Indian Country.\n3. Recent changes\, and up coming events\, that might change and/or affect 1 and 2. \nSession Agenda: 2026-Intro-to-Indian-Law.pptx \nCLE Hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/intro-to-indian-law/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260316T150813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T150813Z
UID:10000537-1775822400-1775826000@nala.org
SUMMARY:Virginia Family Law Practice: Procedures\, Case Management\, and Client Support Strategies for Paralegals
DESCRIPTION:The goal of this program is to introduce participants to the “Ins and Outs” of Family Law in the Commonwealth (State) of Virginia and how to overcome any obstacles in the representation of clients if they arise. \nLearning Objectives: \nObjective 1: Identify the key statutes\, rules\, and procedures governing family law matters in the Commonwealth of Virginia.\nObjective 2: Apply practical skills and best practices to effectively manage family law cases from intake through resolution.\nObjective 3: Analyze effective approaches for supporting clients experiencing emotionally difficult family law proceedings while maintaining professional and ethical boundaries. \nCLE Hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/virginia-family-law-practice-procedures-case-management-and-client-support-strategies-for-paralegals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260413T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260403T144607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T144607Z
UID:10000558-1776081600-1776085200@nala.org
SUMMARY:Family Law Intersecting with Every File
DESCRIPTION:Iowa Paralegal Association\nLearning Objectives: \n1. Roadmap: How dissolutions\, custody\, and support cases often come up and move their way through Iowa Court’s from filing to final decree – and why paralegals in every practice area benefit from understanding that process.\n2. Realities: The custody\, support\, and parenting concepts that come up time and time again.\n3. Intersections: Family law doesn’t stay in a singular lane. It shows up in PI cases\, property cases\, criminal cases\, and many more areas of law.Objectives:\n1. Roadmap: How dissolutions\, custody\, and support cases often come up and move their way through Iowa Court’s from filing to final decree – and why paralegals in every practice area benefit from understanding that process.\n2. Realities: The custody\, support\, and parenting concepts that come up time and time again.\n3. Intersections: Family law doesn’t stay in a singular lane. It shows up in PI cases\, property cases\, criminal cases\, and many more areas of law. \nCLE Hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/family-law-intersecting-with-every-file/
LOCATION:RSH Legal\, 425 2nd St SE Suite 1140\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260414T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260112T231118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T231118Z
UID:10000453-1776160800-1776186000@nala.org
SUMMARY:Land Surveys and Legal Descriptions: Everything Paralegals Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Legal descriptions and land surveys can reveal much about the property in question\, but few possess the ability to read them. How does your knowledge stack up? This comprehensive program will show you how to interpret\, review\, and draft deeds and legal descriptions. You will also learn how to analyze land surveys and help your attorney resolve any issues you’ve unearthed. Build your real estate skills – register today! \nLearn how to review and plot legal descriptions of land.\nDiscover how to make sense of old and complex legal descriptions.\nFind out how to put together a complete and unambiguous deed for attorney review.\nSpot issues by cross-reading surveys\, legal descriptions\, and title commitments.\nGet tips for preparing corrective deeds\, affidavits\, boundary line agreements\, and other documents. \n  \nCLE Hours = 6 (5 Substantive\, 1 Legal Ethics)
URL:https://nala.org/event/land-surveys-and-legal-descriptions-everything-paralegals-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Third Party CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260311T220811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T220811Z
UID:10000530-1776168000-1776171600@nala.org
SUMMARY:The New Texas Business Court
DESCRIPTION:Houston Metropolitan Paralegal Association\nJoin HMPA for a session with the Honorable Grant Dorfman\, presiding judge of the Texas Business Court Eleventh Division\, to learn the origins and purpose of the new Texas Business Court\, top 10 teaching take-aways and practice tips\, including unique jurisdictional requirements\, and recent legislative changes. \nLearning objectives: \n1.) Analyze the legislative and economic motivations behind the creation of the Texas Business Court\, including how concerns about complex commercial litigation\, judicial expertise\, and business climate competitiveness influenced the passage of Texas House Bill 19 (88th Texas Legislature). \n2.) Explain the structural design and jurisdiction of the Texas Business Court\, including the types of complex business disputes it was intended to hear and how its jurisdiction differs from traditional Texas district courts. \n3.) Evaluate the policy goals behind establishing the Texas Business Court\, such as increasing efficiency in commercial litigation\, promoting consistency in rulings\, and strengthening Texas’s attractiveness as a venue for business formation and dispute resolution. \nSession agenda: HMPA-04-14-2026-CLE-Flyer-Hon-Grant-Dorfman.pdf \nCLE Hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/the-new-texas-business-court/
LOCATION:Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library\, 1019 Congress St\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260226T163903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T164532Z
UID:10000518-1776189600-1776193200@nala.org
SUMMARY:Consumer Law Practice Tips
DESCRIPTION:Paralegal Association of Florida\, Inc.\nSpeaker will provide an overview of consumer law practice with a focus on real estate litigation\, debt defense\, and representing consumers in civil disputes. Attendees will examine common case types\, including foreclosure actions\, landlord-tenant matters\, and collection lawsuits\, while exploring practical strategies for case organization\, document review\, drafting support\, and client communication. \n1. Review and apply local court rules and administrative procedures;\n2. Identify and adapt to individual judicial preferences; and\n3. Recognize and navigate the procedural and technical nuances of remote (Zoom) proceedings. \nCLE Hours = 1 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/consumer-law-practice-tips/
LOCATION:Breakroom Bar & Grill\, 13575 58th St. N.\, Clearwater\, Florida\, 33760\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260113T165935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T165935Z
UID:10000454-1776247200-1776272400@nala.org
SUMMARY:Medicare Liens\, Set-Asides\, and Medicaid Liens for Paralegals: The Latest Rules and Guidance
DESCRIPTION:There are significant consequences for failing to protect Medicare’s interests. Is your firm following the latest rules\, guidance\, and best practices? This program will show you how you should be handling Medicare conditional payment recovery claims\, set asides\, and Medicaid liens right now. Register today! \nExplore the most recent amendments to the Medicare Secondary Payer Recovery Act.\nDiscover what all the forms mean and get practical tips for submitting information and documents to CMS’s contractors.\nLearn how to resolve conditional payment recovery claims online through the MSPRP.\nFind out how you should be working around the many uncertainties surrounding liability Medicare set asides.\nGet practical tips for working with Medicaid agencies and resolving liens. \n  \nCLE Hours = 6 (1 Legal Ethics\, 5 Substantive)
URL:https://nala.org/event/medicare-liens-set-asides-and-medicaid-liens-for-paralegals-the-latest-rules-and-guidance/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Third Party CLE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260306T225956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T225956Z
UID:10000525-1776254400-1776258000@nala.org
SUMMARY:Illuminating Legal Limericks
DESCRIPTION:Pittsburgh Paralegal Association\nThis interactive program uses limericks (the last word of which the audience will have to guess) to explore ethics issues involved in lawyers’ practice and their firms. Among other things\, the program will address: unauthorized practice of law and multijurisdictional practice (including the definition of legal practice\, temporary and virtual practice and choice of ethics rules); law firm creation (including law firm names\, hiring\, and non-competes); law firm operation (including paralegals\, trust accounts\, fee sharing\, and file ownership); marketing (including content limitations\, and marketing intrusiveness). \nSession Agenda Upload: Blurb_-Illuminating-Legal-Limericks_-Part-I-Law-Practice_Firms199537653.1.docx \nCLE HOURS = 1 Legal Ethics
URL:https://nala.org/event/illuminating-legal-limericks/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260320T180151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T180151Z
UID:10000545-1776276000-1776285000@nala.org
SUMMARY:Proceed\, Civilly: The New Rules of Civil Procedure
DESCRIPTION:Southwest Florida Paralegal Association\, Inc.\nThe presentation will address the overhaul of the rules of civil procedure since 2025 and the effect on civil litigation in the State of Florida. \nLearning Objectives: \n1) an awareness of the new rules\,\n2) what is included in the initial disclosures for most civil cases\, and\n3) exceptions and exclusions from the new rules and what that means for lawyers and paralegals that practice in those areas. \nCLE Hours = 1.5 Substantive
URL:https://nala.org/event/proceed-civilly-the-new-rules-of-civil-procedure/
LOCATION:Hyatt Lakewood Ranch\, 6021 Exchange Way\, Lakewood Ranch\, Florida\, 34202
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260416T141500
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260113T170248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T170248Z
UID:10000455-1776337200-1776348900@nala.org
SUMMARY:Online Legal Research Strategies Every Paralegal Should Know
DESCRIPTION:Are you spending more time searching for answers than finding them? This program reveals proven strategies to improve your online legal research skills. Learn how to refine your searches\, identify authoritative sources\, and use free and low-cost databases effectively. Cut research costs and deliver attorney-ready results faster – register today! \nGain insights into Boolean logic and proximity connectors.\nStreamline the way you read lengthy cases.\nExplore strategies and resources for case law and investigative research.\nOrganize and summarize your research results with confidence. \n  \nCLE Hours = 3 Non-substantive 
URL:https://nala.org/event/online-legal-research-strategies-every-paralegal-should-know/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Third Party CLE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T164500
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260324T141608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T141618Z
UID:10000546-1776412800-1776444300@nala.org
SUMMARY:NePA 2026 Spring Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Nebraska Paralegal Association\nVarious topics covering Nebraska Workers’ Compensation 101\, Beyond the Firm: Exploring the Freelance Paralegal Route; Nebraska Uniform Residential Landlord & Tenant Act; The Nebraska Court Rules of Appellate Practice; and Estate Planning & Administration \nLearning Objectives: \n1. Learn the basics of workers’ compensation law in Nebraska.\n2. What rights to tenants and landlords have in Nebraska?\n3. What are the Nebraska appellate procedures and filing best practices? \nSession Agenda: 2026-Spring-Seminar-Mid-Year-Meeting-Flyer.pdf \nCLE Hours = 5 Total (1-Non-substantive\, 4-Substantive)
URL:https://nala.org/event/nepa-2026spring-seminar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260401T192314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T193328Z
UID:10000555-1776414600-1776445200@nala.org
SUMMARY:2026 Annual Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Tampa Bay Paralegal Association\, Inc.\nDescription: \nDUI – recent changes in the law and then sharing lessons from a DUI not guilty last month.\nTransition to a discussion about burdens of proof and some basic principles on appellate review in criminal and civil cases along with how to properly preserve appellate issues. \nA final transition to how to be a prepared and happy paralegal in any endeavors using a combination of psychological\, motivational and leadership principles that will improve levels of performance and joy at work. \nSession # 1: \nDUI – recent changes in the law and then sharing lessons from a DUI not guilty last month.\nTransition to a discussion about burdens of proof and some basic principles on appellate review in criminal and civil cases along with how to properly preserve appellate issues.\nFla. Stat. 316.193\nEnhanced Penalties\nBAC\n0.15: Enhanced fines and mandatory ignition interlock device (IID) for at least 6 months.\nDUI with Injury/Property Damage: Misdemeanor or felony depending on severity.\nDUI Manslaughter: Second-degree felony\, with new law strengthening penalties for repeat offenders as of Oct 1\, 2025 \nSession #2: An Overview of Human Trafficking \nBrief Description: Presentation and Discussion regarding Human Trafficking – types of trafficking\, victims\, and reporting.\nCapital Punishment/Severe Penalties: HB 1283 allows for the death penalty or life in prison for trafficking children under 12\, effective 2025.\nThe Safe Harbor Act: F.S. 409.1678 allows law enforcement to treat minors found in prostitution as victims (dependency) rather than criminals (delinquency)\, though studies suggest many still end up in jail.\nMandatory Signage:\nCertain businesses\, including massage parlors\, strip clubs\, and transportation hubs\, are required to display human trafficking public awareness signs.\nRICO Prosecution: Florida Statute §787.06 allows trafficking to be prosecuted as organized crime under the RICO Act\, with high-level penalties.\nNo Limitation on Child Sex Crimes: Florida Law allows for no statute of limitations on prosecuting sexual battery involving a child under 18 \nLearning Objectives: \nDefine and Recognize human trafficking and its types;\nRecognize the dynamics of human trafficking – trafficker strategies\, targeted victims;\nKnow how to take action – reporting\, and resources for victims. \nSession #3: (Multiple) \nCristina Blunt- Why Mediation Matters: Setting the Stage\n• Over 90% of civil cases in Florida settle before trial\, and the majority settle during mediation.\n• Florida courts actively promote mediation as a tool for reducing docket congestion and protecting litigant autonomy.\n• Mediation success rates in Florida hover between 70–80% across civil and insurance disputes.\n• Key Authorities\n• Fla. Stat. § 44.102 (court-ordered mediation)\n• Fla. R. Civ. P. 1.700 (rules common to mediation and arbitration)\n• Fla. R. Civ. P. 1.710\, 1.720\, 1.730 (mediation rules)\n• Florida Mediation Best Practices Handbook\, Third Edition (revised Apr. 10\, 2025)\,\nFla. Bar ADR Section & Hillsborough County Bar Association \nLindsey Guinand-\nTitle: Ethical Issues Surrounding AI Applications In Florida’s Legal Profession\nThe presentation is anticipated to address the following Rules of Professional Conduct and Florida Bar Ethics Opinion:\nRule 4-1.1 (Competence)\nRule 4-1.4 (Communication)\nRule 4-1.6 (Confidentiality of Information)\nRule 4-3.3 (Candor Towards the Tribunal)\nRule 4-5.3 (Responsibilities Regarding Nonlawyer Assistants)\nRule 4-8.4(c) (Misconduct)\nFlorida Ethics Opinion 24-1 \nThe presentation will focus on the ethical issues that surround the use of AI in the legal profession\, with emphasis on AI use by paralegals and other legal staff. The presentation will address the Bar’s 2024 Ethics Opinion on the use of AI; the Rules and how they are applied in practice; and recent cases wherein attorneys have been disciplined for improper use of AI.\nNash\, Peek & DiFiore – Panel discussion on best practices related to Florida Tort Reform\, House Bill 837\, Updates to Florida Rules of Civil Procedure\nKirstin Davis – Generative AI and the Paralegal’s Work: What You Need to Know Now\nUnderstand advancements in generative AI and how these evolving technologies are affecting the paralegal profession.\nLearn about ethical guidance that governs lawyers’ use of generative AI tools and how paralegals can comply with or violate that guidance.\nExplore genAI’s practical strengths and weaknesses for paralegal work \nCLE Hours = 6 (1-Legal Ethics\, 4-Substantive\, 1-Technology)
URL:https://nala.org/event/2026-annual-seminar/
LOCATION:Hillsborough Community College\, 1320 E Palm Ave 3rd Floor\, Tampa\, FL\, 33605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T164500
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260403T195603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T195814Z
UID:10000559-1776430800-1776444300@nala.org
SUMMARY:Spring Seminar - From Connecticut to Oklahoma: How Two Tribes Navigated Federal Recognition
DESCRIPTION:Central Oklahoma Association of Legal Assistants\nNorman Miller\, Associate at Zwillinger Wulkan\nFrom Connecticut to Oklahoma: How Two Tribes Navigated Federal Recognition \nLearning Objectives: \n• Develop understanding of what it means for a tribe to be federally recognized\n• Understand the pathways for a tribe to become federally recognized\n• Develop and understanding of the history behind Federal recognition from the east coast compared to the west coast \nDouglas Lusk\, J.D.\, President/CEO of National for Legal Technology\nABA Model Rule 1.1: Duty to be Tech Competent \nLearning Objectives: \n• Identify at least five emerging legal technology trends expected to shape law practice in 2026 and explain their practical implications\n• Evaluate the risks\, benefits\, and ethical considerations of adopting AI-driven tools\, automation platforms\, and analytics systems in legal workflows\n• Develop a short action plan or checklist for assessing new legal tech solutions and preparing an organization for upcoming technology changes \nDanielle P. Fielding\, Attorney at Hornbeek Vitali & Braun\, P.L.L.C.\nBehind Every Strong Case: The Paralegal’s Role in Oklahoma Medical Malpractice Litigation \nLearning Objectives: \n• Understand the med-mal process in Oklahoma\n• Learn how paralegals strengthen every stage—from intake to trial\n• Discuss common pitfalls and best practices specific to Oklahoma procedures \nCLE Hours = 3 (2-Substantive\, 1-Technology)
URL:https://nala.org/event/spring-seminar-from-connecticut-to-oklahoma-how-two-tribes-navigated-federal-recognition/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Affiliated Associations CLE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20250822T181017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T181017Z
UID:10000220-1776643200-1776729599@nala.org
SUMMARY:AA Connection quarterly newsletter distributed
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nala.org/event/aa-connection-quarterly-newsletter-distributed-2/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:United States
CATEGORIES:Liaison Due Dates
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260203T165938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T165938Z
UID:10000462-1776765600-1776790800@nala.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Family Law Issues and Answers for Paralegals
DESCRIPTION:Whether it be QDROs or navigating through discovery challenges\, are you prepared to handle the many complex issues of family law? Join our experienced faculty in this program where they will provide you with time-tested strategies and techniques for handling some of the biggest issues paralegals encounter in family cases. Take the next step: further your knowledge and register today! \nReview the process of preparing QDROs and other retirement orders.\nKnow how to get the most out of the child support worksheet.\nLearn effective tracing tips for locating people or hidden assets.\nIdentify your role with handling business tax returns and valuations.\nAvoid common mistakes when requesting and reviewing essential documents for QDROs\, divorce discovery\, and more \n  \nCLE Hours = 6 (1 Legal Ethics\, 5 Substantive)
URL:https://nala.org/event/advanced-family-law-issues-and-answers-for-paralegals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Third Party CLE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260203T170237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T170237Z
UID:10000463-1776852000-1776877200@nala.org
SUMMARY:The Corporate Paralegal From A to Z
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are new to the corporate arena or are looking for a practical refresher\, this course is for you. Experienced faculty will provide you with the necessary tools attorneys are seeking to help assist them in all stages of corporate transactions. From preparing documents\, researching patents\, and managing corporate minute books to assisting with closings of corporate transactions and ensuring compliance\, this course has it all (and then some). Register today! \nAvoid mistakes when drafting corporate formation documents.\nKeep accurate records of directors’ and stockholders’ meetings\, obtain consents\, and maintain registers.\nBetter organize and manage real property-related records.\nGain tips for drafting key provisions in shareholder agreements.\nLearn how to obtain accurate disclosures in transaction documents.\nDiscover practical tips for organizing\, conducting\, and documenting a thorough and efficient due diligence investigation.\nLearn cutting-edge research strategies and new internet resources for conducting patent searches.\nIdentify precarious situations that may expose you to UPL – and how to avoid them. \n  \nCLE Hours = 6 ( 1 Legal Ethics\, 2.5 Non-Substantive\, 2.5 Substantive)
URL:https://nala.org/event/the-corporate-paralegal-from-a-to-z/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Third Party CLE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T090225
CREATED:20260203T170437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T170437Z
UID:10000464-1776938400-1776963600@nala.org
SUMMARY:AI in Discovery and Evidence: The Ultimate Guide for Paralegals
DESCRIPTION:Imagine conducting legal research and investigations in a fraction of the time. Imagine tackling massive document reviews without breaking a sweat. Imagine having a second set of eyes that catches every detail and uncovers connections you might otherwise miss. With AI\, all of this is possible. This guide will show you how to use AI to save time\, reduce errors\, and work smarter when it comes to discovery and evidence. Don’t just keep up with AI – use it transform the way you work. Register today! \nStreamline document review\, privilege detection\, and redaction without missing a detail.\nLearn how to investigate and verify potentially AI-generated materials from clients or opposing parties.\nDiscover practical and inventive ways to use AI in depositions.\nFind out how AI can automatically organize\, index\, and link evidence across multiple sources.\nHear the dos and don’ts of using AI to enhance or create exhibits. \n  \nCLE Hours = 6 (1 Legal Ethics\, 5 Technology)
URL:https://nala.org/event/ai-in-discovery-and-evidence-the-ultimate-guide-for-paralegals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Third Party CLE
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