2002 Index to Articles
By subject for all articles published between
January and December 2002
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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