Lady Justice
One legal assistant’s journey to the bench and her impact on the paralegal profession.
By D.L. Hawley

10 Steps to Preparing Depositions
How to prepare, take initiative and expand your professional role.
By Deborah Clark

Putting the Prosecution Under the Microscope
Two prisoners go free, a sheriff’s department is investigated and a paralegal helps investigate a Chicago nightmare.
By Debra Levy

The Best Laid Plans
Tips on how to draft a successful business plan.
By Jeffrey A. Helewitz

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My Opinion
Licensure Should Not Be an Issue
Paralegal interests ‘may not be represented at all in a licensure program.’
By Vicki Voisin, CLAS

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• CALDA President Dies Suddenly
• Go West, Legal Services
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• New York Judge Rules State Must Pay Paralegal Fees for Capital Cases
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• NFPA’s South Africa Trip on Hold
• NALA Names Next President
• Survey Says Paralegals Less Difficult to Recruit, Retain than Other Professionals
• NALA Adds Employment Network to Web Site
• Professional Coach Proves to be a Touchdown
• Onoganda County Accepts Legal Assistant Students to the Bar
• Saying ‘ILoveYou’ Means So Much
• Paralegal Claims Pregnancy Produced Pink Slip

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Creative Computing
Copy ‘Right’ – Not Wrong
Handling copyright issues on the Internet.
By Robert P. Fox

Legal Writing
Persuasive Briefs
The delicate nuances of preparing court document submissions.
By William Putman

Paralegals Online
Blue Plate Specials
The Internet serves up an array of legal specialty choices.
By Joni McDonald Wallah

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Corporate Comment
Taxed by Franchise Tax?
Some simple solutions to an often overlooked area.
By Belinda Bass

Career Advice
Reporting to God
Dealing with personalities on a power trip is a way of life at many firms. Learn how you can cope – and even excel in a challenging climate.
By Dorothy M. Pritchett

Manager’s Desktop
Diving Into the Paralegal Job Pool
10 strategies for career-changers who want to conquer the paralegal job market.
By Brad J. Baber

Student’s Workshop
Scrapbook for Success
Start your professional portfolio while you’re still in school.
By Susan Howery

Litigation Corner
Cooperating with Corporate Community
How to work efficiently with in-house legal departments and keep clients happy.
By Stacey Hunt, CLA, CAS

Pro Bono Spotlight
Dying with Dignity
Dallas Legal Hospice volunteers provide services and comfort to the terminally ill and their families.
By Dane D’Antuono

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