Georgia Lawyers for the Arts – Patent Pro Bono Program Support Request
For the past six years, Georgia Lawyers for the Arts (GLA) has partnered with the North Carolina Bar Foundation to offer a crucial patent pro bono program for…
Welcome from the 2025–2026 Co-Chairs: Erin Locklear & Cherell Harris
The Minorities in the Profession Committee (MIP) of the North Carolina Bar Association is pleased to welcome all members — returning and new — to an…
Announcing the “What’s Blowing Your Mind?” Series — Watch it on the Blog
What’s Blowing Your Mind (WBYM) right now in privacy, data security, or AI? We asked ourselves—and our colleagues in the field—the same question. The…
Beyond the 9-to-5: Why Freelancing Could Be the Future of Work
Work-life balance was the number one reason I began to think about the concept of being a freelance paralegal. At the time, I wasn’t even sure if it was a…
How to Apply for Admission to Federal Courts
Efficiency is a lawyer’s best friend. Below, you will find a cheat sheet with information and resources you need to apply for admission to the United States…
Checking In: September 23, 2025
Compiled by Jessica Junqueira Chester Opens Child’s Voice Law After practicing law in the nonprofit arena for almost 30 years, Suzanne Chester has opened…
A Welcome Message From the Chair
Dear Members of the Bankruptcy Section, I am excited to welcome you to a new bar year. Each new year gives us the chance to set priorities, strengthen our…
Welcome to the Dispute Resolution Section
Dear members of the NCBA Dispute Resolution Section and other members of NCBA: The new bar year has begun! Welcome to the 2025-2026 bar year of the NCBA. I…
Before You Hit “Record,” Transparency Comes First
In recent months, several SaaS salespeople began our Zoom and Teams meetings online with what appeared to be additional invitees on the call. The additional…
Paralegal Spotlight: Sarah Maha
The Calm at the Center of a Global Legal Team A Career with Depth and Heart Sarah Maha began her career path at Meredith College in the Legal Assistant…