By Salim Uqdah Domination is potently feared by most people. The concept of an unfair exertion of power over a group or an individual by an entity is menacing because it can be arbitrary and unjust, and can make the recipient feel an overwhelming sense of helplessness. The beauty of the modern world is that […]
By Tina Dadio The Paralegal Division of North Carolina Bar Association is currently seeking nominations for its 2020 Distinguished Paralegal Award. Please take this time to think about that colleague or professional contact who stands out in your mind as an exceptional paralegal both in the legal community and community in which the nominee lives. […]
By Shawana W. Almendarez Did you know . . . ? “85% of juveniles in the criminal system have below-average reading skills.” – U.S. Department of Education Children “do better academically when they read more . . . and have greater access to books and other reading materials in their environment.” – National Center for […]
By Peggy Pardue Are you a North Carolina Certified Paralegal working in family law who likes to earn your credits for the year all at one time? Even if you are not a certified paralegal, you will benefit from this CPE. If you want to hear about a variety of family law topics, this is […]
By Rachel Royal Holidays were never a big deal for my family when I was growing up. We never put up a Christmas tree, never had extended family over for dinner, never put up Christmas lights. However, November and December have always been one of my favorite times of year, as there is something magical […]
By Tina Dadio It’s that time of year again when we sit around the table with friends and family giving thanks for the time we share, the food to be eaten, and the memories we cherish. I want to share a tradition in my household which I started when my husband and I bought our […]
By Stephanie Elliott What I am thankful for? It’s easy to look around me and see a wonderful life. I have a safe and secure home, with a husband and son that love me. I am rich with friends who support, love and encourage me. I have a great job with a firm that appreciates […]
By Leslie Pegram Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family, friends and friends that are more like family. It’s a time to cook like a Food Network star, your favorite celebrity, blogger or Instagram star (or to just let someone else do all the cooking for you). It’s a time to get up early […]
By Shawana W. Almendarez The Paralegal Division Council Pro Bono Committee is happy to announce another opportunity for our division members to move with purpose in our community. The NC Bar Foundation’s (“NCBF”) Lawyers for Literary Program needs reading mentors for the children of North Carolina. NCBF has the following existing groups in school classrooms […]
By Jake Sullivan Are you a “new” paralegal looking to learn more and meet others in the paralegal field? Does your work involve trademarks, copyright, or patents? Are you curious to learn more about intellectual property? If so, the 2019 NCBA IP Institute for Paralegals has something for everyone. The 2019 Institute is being held […]