Networking
Attend Statewide and Chapter meetings to exchange ideas with colleagues.  Meet new paralegals, develop friendships and interact with professionals in the paralegal field in your legal community. Liaison with local paralegal associations and collaborate with local bar associations. (click here to return to membership page.)

Continuing Legal Education
Gain valuable information from informative guest speakers at monthly Chapter meetings in your area, the Spring and Fall State Seminars and the NALA Annual Convention and Meeting.

NALA Affiliate
The National Association of Legal Assistants is the leading professional association for legal assistants and paralegals, providing continuing education and professional development programs. NALA is composed of over 18,000 paralegals, through individual members and through its 90 state and local affiliated associations. (www.nala.org)

Professional Recognition
Employers value paralegals who are members of TPA because their skills, education, and experience are clearly defined. It says you fully understand your responsibilities and you know the importance of continuing education.

Advance Notice of Paralegal Positions
Find out about jobs before they hit the newspaper with our statewide job bank.

Local and Nationwide Information
Receive TPA’s Quarterly Magazine, THE PARALEGAL ADVOCATE, and Chapter newsletters.  Access statewide and national events and laws affecting our profession.  Share knowledge and efficient procedures among members with diverse experience and training.

Scholarship
Access education funds by qualifying for the Lawassa B. Jones Memorial Scholarship.

Make a Difference!
Take the opportunity to make a difference in your profession by serving on the Board of Directors of the Association at a National, State or Local level.  Get involved in your community by participating in local Chapter-sponsored events.

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