Mar 17 2014
Tweet Good morning, Oh no! You’ve been hacked! No one wants to ever hear those words. But, with this technological nation, it is becoming very common. This article from NALS gives us a cyber breakdown. Check it out below. “You’ve Been Hacked! Introduction You’ve been hacked! These are words no one wants to …
Mar 07 2014
Tweet Good morning, With the fast-paced change of technology a lot of people are saying that legal secretaries will fade out. This article from Law Crossing thinks just the opposite. They talk about how the role of a legal secretary is more secure than ever. Read about it below. “Technology Is Making the Role …
Feb 19 2014
Tweet Good morning, Paralegal Today has an article on Paralegals and Punitives. Organization is key! Read more about it below. “Paralegals and Punitives Organization is key when dealing with motions for punitive damages. By Catherine Astl, CLA May/June 2006 Table of Contents Punitive damages — meant to penalize for wanton, malicious or egregious …
Feb 07 2014
Tweet Good morning, A letter, email, or document by your firm may be the only first impression your company will get towards a potential client. Proofreading can make a difference between a client being confident with your skills or wondering if he is getting what he is paying for. This article from NALS talks about …
Jan 31 2014
Tweet Good morning, Paralegal Today has a great article with 9 tips of important items that all paralegals should keep in mind when getting prepared for a trial. Read about it below. “9 Critical Steps for Trial Preparation Important items that all paralegals should keep in mind. By David J. Dempsey July/August 2003 Table …
Jan 29 2014
Tweet Good morning, Keeping yourself motivated is hard. In a world full of stress, struggle, and anxiety we need to push ourselves to keep moving forward. NALS has a great article that will give you that extra boost to get motivated! Read about it below. “How to Motivate Yourself Staying motivated is a …
Jan 27 2014
Tweet Good morning, Being prepared and organized is an essential part during a trial. Keeping your files in order in your war room is very important. The paralegal is the go-to person for documents, pleadings, etc. Take some advice from Paralegal Today and be a prepared “librarian” in your war room. “Is Your War …
Jan 24 2014
Tweet Good morning, Are you a mentor? Check out this article from NALS below and do what it takes to ensure our association thrives. “Are You a Mentor? By Marie Schoenfeldt, PLS, CLA, Garland County Legal Support Professionals Mentor—a word meaning a wise and trusted counselor, one who acts as a guide or model for …
Jan 22 2014
Tweet Good morning, Paralegals play a key role when preparing for a personal injury civil trial. Preparing all of the documents, asking the right questions, these are all very vital steps to help get your attorney ready for trial. Paralegal Today has a great article to help with this challenging task. Read about it below. …
Jan 20 2014
Tweet Happy Monday! No one loves the daunting task of billing in the legal professional department but it is an extremely important part of legal work. NALS has some suggestions to help you get started in this area. “Billing: A Love/Hate Relationship By Erin Spradlin Congratulations! You have finished paralegal school and are …