August 2025

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August 2025

NALA is the Nation's Leading Professional Association for Paralegals

Equipping paralegals for the challenges of the future through certification, professional development, and advocacy.

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Ensuring paralegals are known and valued as an integral part of the legal ecosystem.

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Never Stop Learning!

August is all about lifelong learning, an essential skill for every successful paralegal. Whether you are a student, young professional, or seasoned veteran, there is always more to discover, refine, and master. To support your professional growth, we are excited to offer preorders for our 2025 NALA Conference CLE bundles. Choose from seven curated mini bundles or unlock the full conference recording bundle with 42 CLE hours. As a member, you receive a discount on all bundles, which will be available by October. Conference attendees can preorder the full bundle for free. Wherever you are on your journey, never stop learning!

President's Pulse

The President's Pulse is the monthly update from NALA's Board President. In the August 2025 edition, Cheryl Nodarse, ACP, joined by her dog, Tank, gives a shout-out for the 2025 National Paralegal Day and NALA's celebration in Tulsa, OK. Click below to watch.

August Commons Challenge

What is the most valuable thing you have learned as a paralegal outside of the classroom?

Share your answer in Commons to impart your wisdom to your fellow members. Post by August 31st for a chance to be featured in the September newsletter!

July’s question was: What is your favorite way to earn continuing legal education (CLE) credits?

The featured answer comes from Susan Mano. “I attend every CLE from all legal associations either secretarial, assistant, paralegal and bar associations.”

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