Feb 14 2014
Tweet Good morning, Do you fully understand what a “certified paralegal” is? Read this article from NALS to get a better idea of what that means. “Are You Sure You Are Certified? By: Kristina Duncan My firm recently started advertising a job opening for an administrative assistant. As resumes started rolling in, I …
Feb 12 2014
Tweet Good morning, We have all heard that Colorado and Washington have liberalized marijuana. This article from NALS talks about how the effect on workplace policies will probably be small. Read more about it below. “Marijuana Laws Liberalized in Colorado and Washington – But Effect on Workplace Policies Likely Small By Nancy Delogu, …
Feb 10 2014
Tweet Good morning, In most major metropolitan areas, the highest activity in the court system comes from landlord-tenant problems. This article from Paralegal Today shows how paralegals can be involved in every aspect of this growing real estate specialty. Read about it below. “Landlord and Tenant Law Paralegals can be involved in every aspect …
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 …
Feb 05 2014
Tweet Good morning, The pros and cons of electronic deposition summaries.. Is it making a Paralegal’s job easier? This article from Paralegal Today discusses the topic, Read about it below. “Making Paralegal Jobs Easier? The pros and cons of electronic deposition summaries. By Mary Girsch-Bock (Originally appeared in print as “Working Harder or Working …
Feb 03 2014
Tweet Good morning! It seems like everyone is getting familiar with the term “Going Green’… But how green are you? Going green can not only benefit costs but it can help out the environment as well. Read this article from NALS to help you kick start your green valley! “How Green Is My Valley? …
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 …