Navigating Issues with North Carolina File & Serve Platform: A Paralegal’s Guide, Part 1
North Carolina’s eCourts platform has revolutionized how legal professionals file documents, manage cases, and access court records. However, as with any…
The Importance of Pro Bono Paralegal Work
In the legal field, the term “pro bono” refers to legal services provided voluntarily and without payment. While most people think of attorneys when they…
Invest in Your Career: Why Attending Paralegal Conferences Pays Off
I entered the paralegal field in 2011 as a mid-career pivot. I was juggling school, working an entry-level paralegal job, and raising school-aged kids. The…
10 Points of Retirement Planning: An Overview of Recommendations from Professionals
Retirement is a significant milestone in life, and preparing for it requires careful planning, smart investments, and a disciplined savings strategy. With the…
Paralegal Spotlight: Alexa Lyles Brinegar’s One-Stop Shop to the Legal Field
Many people know what career they want to pursue. They research options, do internships, and seek other avenues to find that perfect choice. And sometimes,…
Ethical and Practical AI Use for Paralegals: Part 1
The legal field is notoriously slow to change, particularly with technology, and the use of AI is no exception. When I first heard about ChatGPT in 2022, I…
What is a Paralegal’s Role in Higher Education?
What is a paralegal’s role in higher education? This question was posed to me during one of our North Carolina Bar Association Paralegal Division’s Annual…
Work-Life Balance and Wellness
The legal profession has some of the most overwhelming workloads. It can be easy to get caught up in overscheduling and becoming stressed before the end of…
Announcing the Winner of the Spring 2024 Paralegal Division Scholarship
The Scholarship Committee had several excellent student essays submitted for the Spring 2024 Paralegal Division Student Scholarship. This fall’s topic was…
Ethical and Practical AI Use for Paralegals: Part 1
The legal field is notoriously slow to change, particularly with technology, and the use of AI is no exception. When I first heard about ChatGPT in 2022, I…