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2002 Index to Articles

By subject for all articles published between January and December 2002.

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FEATURES

  • Debating the Future
    By John Caldwell
    A proliferation of online programs fuels discussion on the direction of paralegal education.
    January/February

  • Are You Riding a Fine Line?
    By Debra Levy Martinelli
    Learn to identify and avoid issues involving the unauthorized practice of law.
    January/February

  • Changing Directions
    By Judy Tremore
    What you need to consider before you retrain.
    January/February

  • 2001 Index to Articles
    By Legal Assistant Today
    Your guide to the 2001 collection of LAT articles.
    January/February

  • A Legal Team’s MVP
    By Lincoln Brunner
    Bank of America’s Theresa (Terry) Irvin, CLA, proves to be indispensable.
    January/February

  • When Unemployment Comes Knocking
    By Tim Pareti
    Tips and advice for coping with job loss.
    March/April

  • How Big Is Your Piece of the Pie?
    By Rod Hughes
    Large salary increases in 2001.
    March/April

  • Branching Out on Your Own?
    By Stacey Hunt, CLA, CAS, and Veronica DeCoster
    Things to consider before going it alone as a freelance paralegal.
    March/April

  • 10 Ways to Stand Out and Become a Successful Paralegal
    By Catherine Astl, CLA
    Practical methods to improve your image as a valuable team player.
    March/April

  • Tech Trends for 2002
    By Dwayne E. Krager and Rick R. Thompson
    6 key areas influencing the way your job functions might evolve.
    May/June

  • It’s Not Mom, But It’s Close
    By Andrew Z. Adkins III
    Case management might be exactly what your firm needs.
    May/June

  • Knowledge Is Power
    By Rod Hughes
    As skills and training increase, technology roles for legal assistants expand.
    May/June

  • The Accidental Technologist
    By Rod Hughes
    How technology altered the career path of a former computer novice.
    May/June

  • Witness to an Execution
    By Debra Levy Martinelli
    Convicted killer Timothy McVeigh’s former defense paralegal talks about his first big case.
    May/June

  • Bedeviled
    By Nancy Ritter
    Where exemption is concerned, paralegals struggle to find the lesser of two evils.
    July/August

  • A Winning Team
    By Debra Levy Martinelli
    Two legal professionals embrace the idea of being partners in their case work and have been rewarded with courtroom victories and a balanced working relationship.
    July/August

  • The Secrets of Intellectual Property
    By Ashley F. Cheung
    How you can break into the field and find success.
    July/August

  • A Very Sharp Legal Team
    By Lee Scheier
    This husband-and-wife legal duo beat Wal-Mart to the tune of $13 million.
    July/August

  • A Picture is Worth a Thousand Pages
    By Dawn R. Acker
    Imaging and coding of documents has revolutionized the litigation process, and can change your job for the better.
    July/August

  • Being All They Can Be
    By Lincoln Brunner and
    June D. Bell
    LAT presents its 2002 Paralegal of the Year and runners-up.
    September/October

  • Only Time Will Tell
    By John Caldwell
    A forecast for the future of the paralegal profession.
    September/October

  • 7 Who Fought
    By Nancy Ritter
    Paralegals celebrate their 20-year careers and share some of their war stories.
    September/October

  • 5 Easy Pieces
    By Debra Levy Martinelli
    Veteran legal assistants offer project management advice.
    September/October

  • In Tough Times We Lead
    By John Caldwell
    A New York paralegal talks about how she escaped the World Trade Center disaster and helped save her firm.
    September/October

  • A Rose By Any Other Name
    By Rod Hughes
    The debate over professional titles remains white hot.
    November/December

  • Matters of Concern
    By Nancy Ritter
    Implementing matter management software from the paralegal perspective.
    November/December

  • Tough Enough
    By Debra Levy Martinelli
    A former cop finds his niche behind the wheel of intellectual property work.
    November/December

  • 35+ Vital Sites
    Seven experts offer up their most valuable Web resources.
    November/December

  • Working Wounded
    By June Bell
    Coping with illness on the job.
    November/December

COLUMNS

My Opinion

  • ‘Weekend Wonder’
    By Robert J. LeClair
    Short-term legal assistant programs harm the paralegal profession.
    January/February
  • Getting to Know NALS
    By Jill J. Hale, PLS, CLA
    Working toward a common goal.
    March/April
  • ‘Weekend Wonder’ Indeed Wonderful
    By Scott A. Hatch
    Short-term programs can provide more than adequate education.
    May/June
  • Is It Worth Going Back to School?
    By Jan McCann
    Age shouldn’t be a limitation for furthering your education.
    July/August
  • Then & Now
    By Enika Pearson Schulze
    LAT’s founding editor journeys through two decades of legal assistant history.
    September/October
  • Regulation Offers Little Protection
    By Denise Barnes
    Educating the public is far more valuable and proactive.
    November/December

Creative Computing

  • Staying on Top of Courtroom Technology
    By Dwayne E. Krager
    Trial evidence is getting a new look.
    January/February
  • Court Reporting
    By Dwayne E. Krager
    Companies now offer more technological advantages to law firms.
    March/April
  • Virus Meltdown
    By Dwayne E. Krager
    A few simple preventative steps can reduce your risk of exposure.
    May/June
  • The Next Step
    By Dwayne E. Krager
    Making the decision to implement an in-house imaging center.
    July/August
  • Transforming Landscapes
    By Dwayne E. Krager
    E-discovery is silently becoming the norm.
    September/October
  • Technology Tools
    By Dwayne E. Krager
    Some simple electronic tools can keep you organized in and out of the office.
    November/December

Legal Research & Writing

  • Panel of Peers
    By Celia C. Elwell, RP
    Crafting jury instructions.
    January/February
  • Footnotes
    By Celia C. Elwell, RP
    Are they a help or hindrance?
    March/April
  • Spinning the Web
    By Celia C. Elwell, RP
    Adapting writing tricks used By
    mystery novelists can turn legalese into legal prose.
    May/June
  • Motions By Numbers
    By Celia C. Elwell, RP
    How to get the judge to give you what you want.
    July/August
  • Stare Decisis
    By Celia C. Elwell, RP
    Just a rule or a powerful tool?
    September/October
  • Revisiting Jury Instructions
    By Celia C. Elwell, RP
    An important, but often overlooked legal research resource.
    November/December

Corporate Comment

  • Life Outside of the Private Law Firm
    By Michele Driver
    Tips for making the transition into the corporate world.
    January/February
  • Importance of Minute Book Maintenance
    By Denise Annunciata
    A well-organized corporate records book benefits both attorneys and paralegals.
    March/April
  • Course of Action
    By Michele Driver
    Reviewing corporate policies and procedures.
    May/June
  • Working with Service Companies
    By Denise Annunciata
    Good working relationships with service companies eliminates massive document hassles.
    July/August
  • Schedule 13D Filings
    By Cynthia S. Couch
    A step-by-step guide to an SEC filing.
    November/December

Career Advice

  • Keeping Pace
    By Kathleen Call
    Basic planning can help you market your career strengths.
    January/February
  • We’ve Got Mail
    By Denise Templeton
    Sending and receiving information in a technology-based world.
    March/April
  • Polishing Your Presentations
    By Kathleen Call
    A primer on managing meetings and effectively presenting your ideas to the legal team.
    May/June
  • It’s All in the Hands
    By Denise Templeton
    Prioritize and manage your workflow.
    July/August
  • More Than an Army of One
    By Kathleen Call
    Why teamwork is your most effective legal strategy.
    September/October
  • Get the Marketing Mindset
    By Denise Templeton
    Expand your role in client development through marketing.
    November/December

Student’s Workshop

  • Your Search Begins Today
    By Susan Howery
    Tips for landing that first paralegal job.
    January/February
  • Becoming a Master Student
    By Susan Howery
    Organizing and understanding your learning skills are key to a successful college career.
    March/April
  • Do I Really Need Good Writing Skills?
    By Dora Dye
    Mastering the basics of the English language is important in any paralegal job.
    September/October
  • 10 Ways to Look Cool at the Courthouse
    By Neal R. Bevans
    Tips on how to work your way around the courthouse.
    November/December

Manager’s Desk

  • Preventing Burnout
    By Elizabeth A. Gillis
    Help your staff cope with the stressful work environment.
    January/February
  • Little Thoughts That Count
    By Fawn K. Barnes, CLA
    Budget-friendly perks for peak performers.
    March/April
  • Streamlining Efficiency
    By Elizabeth A. Gillis
    Managing processes for increased productivity.
    May/June
  • CLE On a Budget
    By Fawn K. Barnes, CLA
    Access legal education without putting a financial burden on the firm.
    July/August
  • The Art of Negotiation
    By Elizabeth A. Gillis
    Persuasion tactics that will help you attain desired goals.
    September/October
  • Gaining and Regaining Trust
    By Fawn K. Barnes, CLA
    Win the confidence of your staff with honesty and open communication.
    November/December

Litigation Corner

  • The Countdown Is Done
    By Jane Heath
    Trial Day has finally arrived, but the work is far from complete.
    January/February
  • Time to Pay Up
    By Jane Heath
    Tips for debt collection.
    March/April
  • Giving the Client the Edge
    By Jane Heath
    How you handle locating and working with expert witnesses can make all the difference.
    May/June
  • Absence of Fanfare, Not Reward
    By Jane Heath
    A legal assistant’s role in appellate work helps the justice system right wrongs.
    July/August
  • Organize to Your Advantage
    By Jane Heath
    A well thought-out document control strategy can leave a lasting impression.
    September/October
  • Are You Leaking Secrets?
    By Jane Heath
    Tips for protecting client confidences in the Electronic Age.
    November/December

Ethics Analysis

  • The Ethics of Pro Bono Work
    By Therese A. Cannon
    With proper preparation, paralegals can conquer ethical challenges of pro bono work.
    September/October

Pro Bono Spotlight

  • A Day of Terror, A Lifetime of Recovery
    By Lori Thompson
    A Washington, D.C. paralegal shares her Sept. 11 volunteer experience.
    January/February
  • Getting Started
    By Laurie R. Mansell, RP
    Tips on how to create a pro bono committee in your association.
    March/April
  • Paralegals Get Involved
    By Laurie R. Mansell, RP
    Training and recruitment for new pro bono programs.
    May/June
  • Professional & Personal Reward
    By Laurie R. Mansell, RP
    Paralegals who participate in pro bono work gain professional recognition and personal satisfaction.
    July/August
  • Strengthening the Family
    By Rachel Ng
    September/October
  • Volunteering Benefits Both Paralegals and Low-income Clients
    By Judy Tremore
    November/December

NEWS

Association

  • County Bar Sets Arizona Precedent
    By Susan Howery
    January/February

  • Indiana State Bar Opens Door to Paralegals
    By Randi D. Bemiss
    January/February

  • LAMA Adopts ABA’s Paralegal Definition
    By D.L. Hawley
    January/February

  • Robert J. LeClair, AAfPE’s New President, Is a Man On a Mission
    By Mila D’Antonio
    March/April

  • LAMA’s Leadership Changes Hands
    By Lincoln Brunner
    March/April

  • Country’s First Legal Assistant Division Celebrates 20th Anniversary
    By Mila D’Antonio
    March/April

  • Conclave Will Vote on Teacher Qualifications
    By Debra Levy Martinelli
    May/June

  • SDPA Seeks Profession Name Clarity
    By Randi D. Bemiss
    May/June

  • Kunz Makes Natural Progression to NALA Presidency
    By Randi D. Bemiss
    May/June

  • The College of the State Bar of Texas Opens Its Doors to Legal Assistants
    By Mila D’Antonio
    May/June

  • NFPA Takes a Stand
    By Dane D’Antuono
    July/August

  • NALA Confirms Application Filed with USPTO for Use of “Certified Paralegal” Term
    By Dane D’Antuono
    July/August

  • AAfPE Drafts Statement Against Short-term Programs
    By Tim Pareti
    July/August

  • Washington State Bar Eliminates its Paralegal Committee
    By Judy Tremore
    July/August

  • New NALS President Looks at the Road Ahead
    By Mila D’Antonio
    July/August

  • The Conclave Accepts NALS
    By Mila D’Antonio
    September/October

  • Pro Bono Advocate Becomes NFPA President
    By Tim Pareti
    September/October

  • Multiple Resignations Rock NFPA Convention
    By Randi D. Bemiss
    November/December

  • Promoting One Title
    By Dane D’Antuono
    November/December

  • Massachusetts Paralegal Groups Create Alliance
    By Tim Pareti
    November/December

  • Houston Legal Assistants Association Receives High Honor
    By Mila D’Antonio
    November/December

  • NFPA Members Take Adventure That Might Change Lives
    By Mila D’Antonio
    November/December

Education

  • LAMA Plans International Training Program
    By D.L. Hawley
    January/February

  • NALA’s CLA Exam Changes, Refines Format
    By Randi D. Bemiss
    January/February

  • 110-Year-Old University Gets on Board the Information Superhighway
    By Paul Hughes
    January/February

  • CLA Exam Fit for Montgomery GI Bill Benefits
    By Randi D. Bemiss
    March/April

  • Educational Videos Dispel Myths About Legal Assistants
    By Mila D’Antonio
    July/August

  • U.S. Military Takes an Interest in Paralegal Education
    By Randi D. Bemiss
    September/October

  • Paralegal Specialty School Closes Down
    By Barbara Mende
    November/December

  • University Turns to Former Grad
    By Janet Roberts
    November/December

Litigation

  • Hawaii High Court Orders Paralegal Fees Paid
    By Karen Coleman
    January/February

  • Profession Distinguished in Federal Case
    By Randi D. Bemiss
    March/April

  • Attorney Defends Screening
    By Randi D. Bemiss
    May/June

  • Nonlawyer Screens Are Legal
    By Randi D. Bemiss
    July/August

  • Canadian Paralegal Denied Court Access
    By D.L. Hawley
    July/August

  • U.S. Trustee Prosecutes Bankruptcy Petition Preparers
    By Randi D. Bemiss
    September/October

  • New York Court Favors Paralegal Fees
    By Rachel Campbell
    November/December

Technology

  • LexisNexis Acquires CourtLink
    By Mindy Charski
    January/February

  • LexisNexis and West Group Step Into the Ring
    By Rachel Campbell
    May/June

  • Real-time Transcript Webcasting Catching On
    By John J. McGurk
    May/June

  • Online Learning Solutions Provider Offers NFPA Convenient Learning Tool
    By Mila D’Antonio
    May/June

  • Appeals Court Says E-mail Service Acceptable Method
    By John Caldwell
    July/August

  • Federal Decision Expands Electronic Case Access
    By Lincoln Brunner
    September/October

  • Serve-em.com Simplifies Serving Papers in Litigation
    By Rachel Campbell
    September/October

  • Doar’s Facility Provides Research Opportunities for Legal Professionals
    By Amanda Clifford
    September/October

  • Document Retrieval Companies Build-up Services
    By Mila D’Antonio
    September/October

  • Turning to the Web
    By Rachel Campbell
    November/December

  • U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Pushes E-filings Forward
    By Randi D. Bemiss
    November/December

UPL

  • California Bar President Calls for Tougher UPL Laws
    By Karen Coleman
    January/February

  • Judge Upholds Ruling on UPL Case
    By John Caldwell
    March/April

  • Illinois Supreme Court Mulls UPL Commission
    By Lincoln Brunner
    May/June

  • Florida Supreme Court Weighs-in on UPL
    By Tim Pareti
    September/October

Regulation

  • Missouri Gets Serious About Paralegal Regulation
    By Randi D. Bemiss
    January/February

  • South Dakota Examines Regulation
    By Randi D. Bemiss
    March/April

  • Task Force Investigates Standard Options for Texas
    By Lincoln Brunner
    March/April

  • California Clean-up Bill Leaves Some Befuddled; Others Question Need
    By John J. McGurk
    March/April

  • Cracking Down on LDAs
    By Judy Tremore
    March/April

  • Regulation Gains Momentum in Ohio
    By Tim Pareti
    March/April

  • Certification Is Around the Corner for Kentucky Paralegals
    By Lincoln Brunner
    May/June

  • FALAP Gets Day at Supreme Court
    By Judy Tremore
    May/June

  • Minnesota May Expand Nonattorney Legal Duties in Family Courts
    By Tim Pareti
    July/August

  • California Legislature Pulls Proposed Revisions to Paralegal Definition
    By John J. McGurk
    July/August

  • Ontario Paralegals Face Certification
    By Lincoln Brunner
    September/October

  • New Jersey Paralegals Say They Would Like to See More Regulation
    By Mila D’Antonio
    September/October

Profiles

  • Paralegals Help Revitalize Brownfield
    By Randi D. Bemiss
    January/February

  • Preserving a Piece of History
    By Judy Tremore
    March/April

  • Former Legal Assistant Builds an Irish Archive
    By John J. McGurk
    March/April

  • Two Top California Paralegals Received Five Star Award for Work With Children
    By John J. McGurk
    May/June

  • Technology Know-how Takes Former Paralegal to Forefront of Software Development
    By Melissa Morris
    July/August

  • Industrious Paralegal Helps Community Recover
    By Randi D. Bemiss
    November/December

  • Mindset and Mystery
    By John Caldwell
    November/December

Trends

  • Cross Practice Specialties Could Lead to Customized Legal Careers
    By Paul Hughes
    January/February

  • More Men, Minorities Enter the Field
    By Debra Levy Martinelli
    March/April

  • Georgia Looks to Overhaul Public Indigent Defense System
    By Lincoln Brunner
    July/August

  • Nonlawyer Legal Service Industry Mushrooms
    By Lincoln Brunner
    November/December

Pro Bono

  • Arkansas Nonprofit Agency’s Plan Creates Bigger Demand for Pro Bono Volunteers
    By Barbara Mende
    January/February

  • Paralegals Help Firefighters Secure Peace of Mind
    By Randi D. Bemiss
    November/December

Miscellaneous

  • Attorney’s Commercial Attracts Unintentional Attention
    By Lincoln Brunner
    May/June

  • Retreat From Stress
    By Barbara Mende
    September/October

  • FTC & DOJ Encourage Competition Between Lawyers, Nonlawyers
    By Judy Tremore
    November/December

 

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