Category Archives: The Paralegal Voice

The Paralegal Voice Explores the Future of the Paralegal Profession

paralegal-voice-200x200In this episode of The Paralegal Voice, I chat with NALA President Cassandra Oliver, ACP about the organization and the significance of paralegal certification. First discussion point includes a brief history of NALA, beginning with its incorporation in 1975, and continuing to the recent celebration of NALA’s 40th anniversary last year.

Cassandra touches on the importance of continuing education in the profession, how it allows paralegals the opportunity to manage their careers, and lists the self-study courses and on-demand webinars that NALA offers to assist paralegals toward that aim. Published bi-monthly, “Facts & Findings” provides educational articles written by paralegals, attorneys, and experts to help working paralegals stay abreast of trends, current events, court rules, cases, and recent developments in the field. Continue Reading

The Paralegal Voice Explores the Paperless Puzzle

In the latest episode of The Paralegal Voice, I talk with the State Bar of Michigan practice management advisor JoAnn Hathaway about her tips to help law firms go paperless. JoAnn shares that there are many procedural steps involved in transitioning a company from a traditional filing structure to a paperless system and that it’s… Continue Reading

Technology Competence for Paralegals and Lawyers

As paralegals (or any legal professional really), it is difficult to keep up with technology trends, firm software, or even client data security. Listeners of The Paralegal Voice are likely ahead of the curve in terms of legal tech education, even though technology evolves so quickly. But what about the lawyers in our firms? Attorneys… Continue Reading

The Paralegal Voice: How to Revitalize Your Career

The Paralegal Voice: How to Revitalize Your Career

 Are you bored with your job? Are you questioning your choice to work as a paralegal? Are you considering changing positions or leaving the profession altogether? You may be experiencing burnout! What should you do? Instead of taking drastic actions, you should first explore ways to revitalize your paralegal career. In this episode of The… Continue Reading

The Paralegal Voice: Paralegal Hiring Trends

The Paralegal Voice: Paralegal Hiring Trends

On this episode of The Paralegal Voice Charles Volkert, executive director of Robert Half Legal, joins host Vicki Voisin to discuss the future of the paralegal profession, how it’s changing, and specific steps you can take to land your dream job.Charles Volkert is executive director for Robert Half Legal and co-managing director of Robert Half… Continue Reading

The Paralegal Voice: Paralegal Hiring Trends

The Paralegal Voice: Paralegal Hiring Trends

On this episode of The Paralegal Voice Charles Volkert, executive director of Robert Half Legal, joins host Vicki Voisin to discuss the future of the paralegal profession, how it’s changing, and specific steps you can take to land your dream job.Charles Volkert is executive director for Robert Half Legal and co-managing director of Robert Half… Continue Reading

The Paralegal Voice To Give Away 2 Tickets to the Season Finale of Dancing With The Stars

The Paralegal Voice To Give Away 2 Tickets to the Season Finale of Dancing With The Stars

The Paralegal Voice, a podcast hosted by Vicki Voisin on Legal Talk Network, will be giving away two tickets to the 2013 spring season finale of Dancing With The Stars. Through the Paralegal Voice podcast, Vicki Voisin highlights the latest trends and issues that paralegals, legal administrators, and legal assistants face. She is one of… Continue Reading

The Paralegal Voice To Give Away 2 Tickets to the Season Finale of Dancing With The Stars

The Paralegal Voice To Give Away 2 Tickets to the Season Finale of Dancing With The Stars

The Paralegal Voice, a podcast hosted by Vicki Voisin on Legal Talk Network, will be giving away two tickets to the 2013 spring season finale of Dancing With The Stars. Through the Paralegal Voice podcast, Vicki Voisin highlights the latest trends and issues that paralegals, legal administrators, and legal assistants face. She is one of… Continue Reading

Paralegal Career Opportunities in Litigation Support

Paralegal Career Opportunities in Litigation Support

On The Paralegal Voice co-hostVicki Voisin welcome’s guests Ann L. Atkinson, ACP, NALAPresident, Michael Potters,CEO/Managing Partner of Glenmont Group, Inc.and Patrick Oot, co-founder of the Electronic Discovery Institute for a lively discussion about career opportunities for paralegals in the area of litigation support, particularly eDiscovery and technology. There was a lot of important information shared… Continue Reading

Paralegal Career Opportunities in Litigation Support

Paralegal Career Opportunities in Litigation Support

On The Paralegal Voice co-hostVicki Voisin welcome’s guests Ann L. Atkinson, ACP, NALAPresident, Michael Potters,CEO/Managing Partner of Glenmont Group, Inc.and Patrick Oot, co-founder of the Electronic Discovery Institute for a lively discussion about career opportunities for paralegals in the area of litigation support, particularly eDiscovery and technology. There was a lot of important information shared… Continue Reading