By Tracker Legal Services What Do Process Servers Do? Process servers are an important part of the legal process. Hiring an experienced process server can mean the difference between having your matter heard or having your matter continued or dismissed. In some situations, process servers provide defendants with notice of a pending lawsuit and uphold […]
By Alicia Mitchell-Mercer On September 23, 2020, the Supreme Court of North Carolina amended Rule 5 of the General Rules of Practice for the Superior and District Courts. The court’s order amending Rule 5 is effective as of October 1, 2020. The text of the Order includes changes to mailing and cover sheet requirements that affect any filings […]
Do you have a great suggestion? Leadership wants to hear from you! The Council for the North Carolina Bar Association, Paralegal Division encourages all members to offer suggestions for resources, services, activities, or other potential benefits related to your Division membership. The Communications Committee oversees the Paralegal Division Virtual Suggestion Box by receiving suggestions from […]
Paralegal Spotlight is the Division’s monthly publication designed to share Division members’ stories with colleagues, inspire present and future paralegal professionals, and strengthen awareness of the profession and Association. Each month, we select one amazing paralegal from among our membership and ask them to share a little about their personal and professional life. Join Paralegal […]
By Alicia Mitchell-Mercer Becoming a FINRA arbitrator is a great way to leverage your skill set and expand your professional career. If you are a paralegal or other legal professional working in securities litigation and/or arbitration, you have likely heard of FINRA. What is FINRA? The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is an independent, nongovernmental […]
By Alicia Mitchell-Mercer As the U.S. general election draws near, here are a few tips for preparing for election day and volunteering if you want to work at the polls. Important Dates Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2020. The deadline to register online to vote is Friday, October 9, 2020. The deadline for registering […]
By Alicia Mitchell-Mercer The North Carolina Court System has launched a free, online document preparation tool that is available for self-represented litigants, paralegals, and attorneys. The North Carolina Judicial Branch has announced the launch of eCourts Guide & File, a new service that allows attorneys and the public to prepare court documents online in just […]
By Mollie Schwam, Jennifer Smith-Sutphin, and Tina Thacker Under the leadership of the 2019-2020 North Carolina Bar Association’s Paralegal Division (NCBA PD) and former Chair, Leslie Pegram, the 2019 Survey Committee was formed. The 2019 Survey Committee was composed of NCBA PD Council Members Mollie Schwam and Jennifer Smith-Sutphin, Co-chairs, and Tina Thacker. The goal […]
By Travis Bradberry A new relationship—whether personal or professional—is a lot like buying a new car. Driving it off the lot is pure bliss. And like a car, when a relationship breaks down, it’s overwhelming. A trained eye knows when a car is in trouble. The same is true of relationships, and you can be […]
By Alicia Mitchell-Mercer This spring, the North Carolina Supreme Court approved amendments to The Plan for Certification of Paralegals, 27 N.C.A.C. 1G, Section .0100. The amendments eliminate the educational prerequisite for paralegal certification for applicants who satisfy work experience requirements. To be certified, applicants who satisfy the work experience requirements must pass the certification examination. […]