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About NALA

"NALA leads the paralegal profession by providing a voluntary certification program, continuing legal education, and professional development programs for all paralegals."   NALA Mission Statement

This area is your introduction to NALA. It summarizes the major programs of NALA and describes the association's mission. In addition, this area also discusses the role of the NALA board of directors in leading the association, and provides links to directories of the NALA board members, and staff.  This is also your source for new membership information.

"The American legal system is vital to protecting the constitutional principles on which our Nation was founded. By contributing to our fair and equitable system of justice, paralegals help advance the ideals that make our country strong. The National Association of Legal Assistants improves the legal profession by providing educational development and promoting the discussion of opportunities and issues facing paralegals."
 -----President George W. Bush, in a letter to NALA dated July 12, 2005, on the occasion of NALA's 30th anniversary.

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The NALA Annual Membership Meeting is the one time that members gather to participate in terrific educational programs, as well as association business meetings. 

Each year, NALA publishes an Annual Report, summarizing the association's work for the year, and a snapshot of the association's financial standing. The report is distributed to NALA members at the July Annual Meeting and posted on the NALA web site.  

 Click here to read the 2012 Annual Report of NALA.
 

 
News & Upcoming Events
Real Estate-Principles Released

The NALA Advanced Paralegal Certification Board has released the much anticipated Real Estate Principles course! Real Estate Principles is now available online . . .

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New Advanced Certification Course - Child Custody

A new Advanced Paralegal Certification (APC) course in Family Law – Child Custody, Support and Visitation is now available to paralegals seeking advanced certification in this specialty practice area ...

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Limited Practice Rule for Nonlawyers Approved June 15

June 15, 2012 Washington Supreme Court Order #25700-A-1005 Consistent with GR 25 (the Supreme Court rule establishing the Practice of Law Board), the rule establishes a framework for the licensing and regulation of non-attorneys to engage in discrete activities that currently fall within the definition of the "practice of law" (as defined by GR 24) and which are currently subject to exclusive regulation and oversight by this Court. The rule itself authorizes no one to practice. It simply establishes the regulatory framework for the consideration of proposals to allow non-attorneys to practice.

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Certifying Board Releases Job Analysis Report

The report is used by the Certifying Board to validate and update the Certified Paralegal exam as needed and ensure NALA has current information about the roles and responsibilities of paralegals.

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Need a product or service for your office?

The NALA Vendor Directory is a terrific place to start. This is a list of legal vendors offering a great range of help including deposition services, document services, and investigations. Click the link below...
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NALA Headquarters
Since its inception, NALA has employed an executive director and staff to provide administrative and association management services. Presently, there are eight NALA staff members – persons working full-time in the administration of association services. In addition, NALA works with contract persons on publication of FACTS & FINDINGS, publication design and promotion, bookkeeping, attorney services, computer support and accounting.
 
The Executive Director is the chief executive officer of the association, accountable to the NALA Board of Directors and works directly under the supervision of the president. The staff implements the goals, plans and policies developed by the Board of Directors. Staff responsibilities include:
  • Managing business affairs of the association including staffing, maintaining corporate records, financial reporting
  • Advising the board on long range planning functions, developing and administering association programs, assisting the board with program monitoring
  • Promoting a positive image of NALA and the paralegal profession.
A professional headquarters staff is a significant attribute that gives NALA a distinct advantage among associations. The staff members work on a daily basis to conduct the business supported by NALA members in the most timely and cost-efficient manner possible.
 
 
NALA Headquarters Staff Directory

 
Marge Dover, CAE
Executive Director
 
Marie Greninger
Director of Administrative Services/Certification

Jennifer Riddle
Bookkeeping, Orders

Staci Shannon
Membership, CP Recertification
Angela Thompson
Certification

Mariah Williams
Convention, NALA Campus LIVE!
and Educational Programs
mwilliams@nala.org

 
Vanessa Williamson
Convention Registration, Membership, 
Recertification
vwilliamson@nala.org
 
Headquarters staff members stand ready to answer your questions about NALA programs, membership, and the paralegal profession. Please do not hesitate to call or e-mail a staff member with your questions or comments.
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