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NALA's 2024 Charity of the Year is For Hank's Sake, a nonprofit dedicated to harnessing the power and beauty of horses to inspire and encourage children of all ages. The organization's namesake, Hank the Horse, met with NALA President, Deb Overstreet, ACP, for an exciting conference announcement. Watch the video below.

NALA Volunteer Spotlight – Mary Katherine Mayer, ACP

This month’s spotlighted NALA volunteer is Mary Katherine Mayer, ACP, who serves on NALA's Professional Development Committee.

Here are two truths and a lie about Mary:

1. She became a CP^® in 2020.
2. She has been a NALA member since 2023.
3. Her favorite saying is "Never give up."

Can you guess the lie? To find out, click here to read the March Volunteer Spotlight!

Do you know a paralegal who deserves recognition?

Check out our upcoming awards and nominate a qualified legal practitioner today.

• Founders' Award: Recognizes extraordinary or outstanding contributions to the growth and future of the paralegal profession that impacted or affected the paralegal profession in a positive manner for a significant period of time. Click here to submit your nomination!
• President's Award: Recognizes the outstanding accomplishments of NALA members and their contribution to the future of the paralegal profession. Submit your nomination here.
• NALA Affiliated Associations Pinnacle Award: Recognizes the achievements and contributions of an individual affiliate member, a committee of an affiliated association, or of an affiliated association itself that have a substantial and long-lasting impact on NALA and/or the paralegal profession. Nominate here.

Celebrating women who shape history! This Women's History Month, NALA proudly honors the strength, resilience, and achievements of women in the legal field and beyond. From groundbreaking attorneys to passionate paralegals, your contributions have left an indelible mark on history. Let us continue to empower, uplift, and inspire each other as we shape a future where equality knows no bounds. Here is to the trailblazing women who have paved the way and those who continue to break barriers!

Breaking news! NALA’s 2024 Charity of the Year is For Hank’s Sake, a nonprofit organization in Kentucky that is dedicated to harnessing the power and beauty of horses to inspire and encourage children of all ages. WKYT-TV ran a segment on NALA’s partnership with For Hank’s Sake, featuring a special appearance by Hank the Horse and an exciting message from NALA’s CEO, Vanessa Finley, MBA, CAE. To learn more about For Hank’s Sake and to donate, click here. Check out the clip below.

This year, NALA is once again creating a dedicated space for our NALA Affiliated Associations to showcase their work to advance the paralegal profession and invite paralegal professionals to join their local and statewide associations. NALA looks forward to celebrating the important role your association plays within the NALA network and hopes that your association will proudly participate in this opportunity. Click here to register by May 1.

Affiliated Associations Presidents and Liaisons can expect to receive an email from NALA on April 1 informing them that nominations are open for AA Director and AA Secretary until May 1. The email will also contain details about designated voters.

Women's History Month prompts us to celebrate the remarkable women who have shaped the legal profession. From the influential legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg to the vital roles played by paralegals and other legal practitioners, this article honors the historical contributions of women in law. It also emphasizes the ongoing journey toward diversity, equity, and inclusion within the legal field. To read the full article, click here.

We have some great webinars coming up. Click on the titles below to register.

3/18 at 12 PM CT - A PARALEGAL’S GUIDE TO CIVIL LITIGATION

Dive into an extensive discussion on civil litigation, including procedures, statutes, and paralegal responsibilities. Discover the importance of recognizing the needs of each case and learning to work smarter, not harder.

3/27 at 12 PM CT - EFFECTIVE FILING OF SEARCHABLE AND READABLE PDF DOCUMENTS

Discover best practices for organizing and filing PDF documents to ensure they are easily searchable and readable. Explore techniques for optimizing PDF files and tools and software that facilitate efficient PDF filing.

4/2 at 12 PM CT - TRANSFERRABLE SKILLS: LEVERAGING YOUR EXPERTISE IN NEW PRACTICE AREAS

Are you interested in other practice areas? Discover in-demand skills for various practice areas and how to leverage the skills you already have. You may have more transferrable skills than you realize.

4/8 at 3 PM CT - DESIGNATING THE RECORD ON APPEAL AND THE APPELLANT’S APPENDIX

This course will explore how to designate the record on appeal and prepare an appendix.

4/10 at 1 PM CT - THE BASICS OF BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP INFORMATION REPORTING

With the new beneficial ownership information reporting requirement, discover what you need to do to stay compliant. Explore the basic steps in the reporting process.

4/11 at 12 PM CT - FUNDAMENTALS OF SURVEY AND TITLE REVIEW

Discover how to understand the differing needs of purchasers, lenders, and investors with respect to real property; perform title and survey reviews; and present the results to counsel and clients.

If, after many years of service to the paralegal community, you are nearing retirement, please remember to submit the CP^® Retired Form to NALA so you do not lose your hard-earned credential. Your certification status will be updated to “CP^® Retired,”  and you will no longer be required to earn CLE. If you have any questions, please contact us at cle@nala.org.

The Paralegal's Companion: Fundamentals for Legal Practitioners and Those Preparing for the CP^® Exam is now available for pre-order! The book should be available in April. This 3rd edition print features a new chapter on Debtor/Creditor and Bankruptcy. Covering primary practice areas and cultivating core competencies and durable skills, this guide is an indispensable tool for professionals looking to enhance their legal knowledge. Pre-order your copy here today.

As a NALA member, you receive exclusive local and national discounts on hundreds of products and services.

To access these deals, go to the Affinity Discounts page on our website and log in.

We are thrilled to announce a powerful partnership between Notary Hub and NALA, offering a special 20% discount on Notary Hub subscriptions for NALA members who are notaries. Learn more about this exciting new collaboration in an interview between NALA’s CEO and Notary Hub’s president. Click below to watch.