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Legal Citations and The Bluebook: A Paralegal's Guide

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
California MCLE Paralegal Approved 1 Total
Delaware Certified Paralegal Program Approved 1 Total
Florida Registered Paralegal Approved 1 Total
Indiana Paralegal CLE Approved 1 Total
NALA Approved 1 Total
Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals Approved 1 Total
North Carolina Continuing Paralegal Education Approved 1 Total
New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of Approved 1 Total
Ohio Certified Paralegals Approved 1 Total
NFPA Approved 1 Total
Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division Approved 1 Total
Washington Paralegal Association Approved 1 Total
OnDemand
58 minutes
Trevor Reid
With Trevor B. Reid from Parker, Pollard, Wilton & Peaden, P.C.
Recorded October 30, 2025.
Product ID 101118

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Overview

Essential Guidelines for Navigating the Bluebook With Precision

In this concise overview designed specifically for paralegals, our seasoned faculty equip you with essential knowledge of the Bluebook. Discover how the 22nd edition of the Bluebook differs from the previous one, determine how to apply the rules to electronic resources, and uncover practical guidance for citing secondary authorities. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge - register today!

  • Explore the structure of the Bluebook and commonly used tables.
  • Find out how to format a legal citation properly.
  • Prevent the top mistakes paralegals make with legal citations.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. The 22nd Edition of the Bluebook: Changes You Need to Know
  2. The Bluebook: Tables, Structure, and Rule Numbers
  3. How the Bluebook Addresses Statutes Across Jurisdictions
  4. Structure and Format of a Proper Legal Citation (Including Variations)
  5. Applying Bluebook Rules to Online Materials and Electronic Resources
  6. Citing Secondary Authorities: Navigating Bluebook Rules
  7. Integrating Citations Strategically to Enhance Readability
  8. 5 Common Mistakes Paralegals Make With Legal Citations

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Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
California MCLE Paralegal Approved 1 Total
Delaware Certified Paralegal Program Approved 1 Total
Florida Registered Paralegal Approved 1 Total
Indiana Paralegal CLE Approved 1 Total
NALA Approved 1 Total
Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals Approved 1 Total
North Carolina Continuing Paralegal Education Approved 1 Total
New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of Approved 1 Total
Ohio Certified Paralegals Approved 1 Total
NFPA Approved 1 Total
Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division Approved 1 Total
Washington Paralegal Association Approved 1 Total

Credit Details by Jurisdiction

Paralegal Credits
California MCLE Paralegal Approved · 1 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - California MCLE Paralegal - 1: This program meets the California MCLE Paralegal requirement as specified in Business and Professions Code Section 6450(d).

Video Download - California MCLE Paralegal - 1: This program meets the California MCLE Paralegal requirement as specified in Business and Professions Code Section 6450(d).

Delaware Certified Paralegal Program Approved · 1 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - Delaware Certified Paralegal Program - 1: This course qualifies for 1.0 DCP CLE credit hours, including 0.0 DCP ethics credit hour, toward the eligibility requirements of the DPA Delaware Certified Paralegal Program.

Video Download - Delaware Certified Paralegal Program - 1: This course qualifies for 1.0 DCP CLE credit hours, including 0.0 DCP ethics credit hour, toward the eligibility requirements of the DPA Delaware Certified Paralegal Program.

Florida Registered Paralegal Approved · 1 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - Florida Registered Paralegal - 1: This course qualifies for 1.0 hours of self-study continuing education for paralegals, including 0.0 hour of self-study ethics credit, toward the eligibility requirements of the Florida Registered Paralegal Program. This course has been approved by NALA and NFPA.

Video Download - Florida Registered Paralegal - 1: This course qualifies for 1.0 hours of self-study continuing education for paralegals, including 0.0 hour of self-study ethics credit, toward the eligibility requirements of the Florida Registered Paralegal Program. This course has been approved by NALA and NFPA.

Indiana Paralegal CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - Indiana Paralegal CLE - 1: This course qualifies for 1.0 hours of distancing learning continuing education, including 0.0 hour of ethics and satisfies the CLE requirement for Indiana State Bar Association Paralegal Members and Indiana Registered Paralegals (IRP).

Video Download - Indiana Paralegal CLE - 1: This course qualifies for 1.0 hours of distancing learning continuing education, including 0.0 hour of ethics and satisfies the CLE requirement for Indiana State Bar Association Paralegal Members and Indiana Registered Paralegals (IRP).

NALA Approved · 1 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - NALA - 1: This seminar meets the requirements of NALA The Paralegal Association Certifying Board for 1.0 non-substantive hours, including 0.0 ethics, of continuing legal education self-study credit required to maintain the CP(Certified Paralegal) credential.

Video Download - NALA - 1: This seminar meets the requirements of NALA The Paralegal Association Certifying Board for 1.0 non-substantive hours, including 0.0 ethics, of continuing legal education self-study credit required to maintain the CP(Certified Paralegal) credential.

Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals Approved · 1 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals - 1: This course has been approved for 1.0 hours of self-study CLE credit, including 0.0 hour of ethics, by NALA The Paralegal Association Certifying Board. The Montana Association of Legal Assistants (MALA) and the Paralegal Section of the State Bar of Montana will honor this credit approval.

Video Download - Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals - 1: This course has been approved for 1.0 hours of self-study CLE credit, including 0.0 hour of ethics, by NALA The Paralegal Association Certifying Board. The Montana Association of Legal Assistants (MALA) and the Paralegal Section of the State Bar of Montana will honor this credit approval.

North Carolina Continuing Paralegal Education Approved · 1 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - North Carolina Continuing Paralegal Education - 1: This program has been approved by the North Carolina State Bar Board of Paralegal Certification for computer-based continuing paralegal education credit in the amount of 1.0 hours, of which 0.0 hour will also apply in the area of professional responsibility. This course is not sponsored by the Board of Paralegal Certification.

New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of Approved · 1 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of - 1: Approved by the Paralegal Division of the State Bar of New Mexico for 1.0 general self-study credit and 0.0 ethics self-study credit (for a total of 1.0 hours CLE).

Video Download - New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of - 1: Approved by the Paralegal Division of the State Bar of New Mexico for 1.0 general self-study credit and 0.0 ethics self-study credit (for a total of 1.0 hours CLE).

Ohio Certified Paralegals Approved · 1 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - Ohio Certified Paralegals - 1: This course qualifies for 1.0 hours of self-study continuing education for paralegals, including 0.0 hour of ethics, toward the eligibility requirements of the Ohio State Bar Association Paralegal Certification program.

Video Download - Ohio Certified Paralegals - 1: This course qualifies for 1.0 hours of self-study continuing education for paralegals, including 0.0 hour of ethics, toward the eligibility requirements of the Ohio State Bar Association Paralegal Certification program.

NFPA Approved · 1 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - NFPA - 1: This seminar has been approved by The National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc. (NFPA) for 1.0 hours of Continuing Legal Education self-study credit, including 0.0 hour of ethics.

Video Download - NFPA - 1: This seminar has been approved by The National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc. (NFPA) for 1.0 hours of Continuing Legal Education self-study credit, including 0.0 hour of ethics.

Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division Approved · 1 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division - 1: This course qualifies for 1.0 self-study CLE credit hours, including 0.0 ethics credit hour, toward the eligibility requirements of The Paralegal Division of the State Bar of Texas.

Video Download - Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division - 1: This course qualifies for 1.0 self-study CLE credit hours, including 0.0 ethics credit hour, toward the eligibility requirements of The Paralegal Division of the State Bar of Texas.

Washington Paralegal Association Approved · 1 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - Washington Paralegal Association - 1: Approved for 1.0 CLE self-study credits by the Washington State Paralegal Association (WSPA).

Video Download - Washington Paralegal Association - 1: Approved for 1.0 CLE self-study credits by the Washington State Paralegal Association (WSPA).
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Agenda

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  1. Legal Citations and The Bluebook: A Paralegal's Guide

    1. The 22nd Edition of the Bluebook: Changes You Need to Know
    2. The Bluebook: Tables, Structure, and Rule Numbers
    3. How the Bluebook Addresses Statutes Across Jurisdictions
    4. Structure and Format of a Proper Legal Citation (Including Variations)
    5. Applying Bluebook Rules to Online Materials and Electronic Resources
    6. Citing Secondary Authorities: Navigating Bluebook Rules
    7. Integrating Citations Strategically to Enhance Readability
    8. 5 Common Mistakes Paralegals Make With Legal Citations

Who Should Attend

This intermediate level course will provide attendees with tips for navigating the Bluebook and using it effectively. Those who should attend include:

  • Paralegals
  • Legal Assistants
  • Legal Support Staff

Speakers

Trevor B Reid
Trevor B.
Reid
Parker, Pollard, Wilton & Peaden, P.C.
Speaker bio
Trevor B Reid

Trevor B. Reid

Parker, Pollard, Wilton & Peaden, P.C.
Trevor Reid

is the president of the Richmond law firm of Parker, Pollard, Wilton & Peaden, P.C., practicing in the areas of commercial real estate, business law and civil litigation. He represents individual and institutional clients in a wide range of real estate related matters, including commercial real estate transactions, easement disputes, and resolution of title defects. Mr. Reid also represents secured lenders and other creditors in loan workouts, foreclosures, and bankruptcy. He has been a member of the Board of Directors of the Henrico County Bar Association since 2021. Mr. Reid is also a member of the Virginia State Bar, Richmond Bar Association and John Marshall Inn of Court. He earned his B.A. degree from Gonzaga University and his J.D. degree from the University of Richmond.

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