DEI and Legal Ethics: The Paralegal Essentials Pack
Credits Available
| Credit | Status | Total |
|---|---|---|
| California MCLE Paralegal |
|
2 Total |
| Delaware Certified Paralegal Program |
|
2 Total |
| Florida Registered Paralegal |
|
2 Total |
| Indiana Paralegal CLE |
|
2 Total |
| NALA |
|
2 Total |
| Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals |
|
2 Total |
| North Carolina Continuing Paralegal Education |
|
2 Total |
| New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of |
|
2 Total |
| Ohio Certified Paralegals |
|
2 Total |
| NFPA |
|
2 Total |
| Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division |
|
2 Total |
| Washington Paralegal Association |
|
2 Total |
Tue, Sep 15, 00:00 AM – 00:00 PM
Tue, Sep 15, 00:00 AM – 00:00 PM
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Overview
Meet Your Ethics Requirements and Build Critical Anti-Bias Habits
Legal ethics and DEI aren't just high-minded esoteric ideals - they show up in small, everyday decisions about how you communicate, research, draft, and interact with colleagues and clients. They permeate everything you do as a paralegal. This practical course will give you the tools to recognize bias and its effect on your work and client relationships, and apply core ethical duties in a rapidly evolving legal world. Come away with a clearer view of your professional responsibilities, concrete tactics you can put to use immediately, and the confidence to advocate for equity in your firm and for clients. Register today!
- Fulfill your ethics and elimination of bias continuing education requirements.
- Recognize implicit bias in research, writing, intake, and expert selection.
- Serve every client equitably through inclusive, culturally competent practices.
- Respond confidently when you witness bias or discrimination in the workplace.
Abbreviated Agenda
- Legal Ethics Update for Paralegals
- Practicing Daily DEI
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Credit Details
Credits Available
| Credit | Status | Total |
|---|---|---|
| California MCLE Paralegal |
|
2 Total |
| Delaware Certified Paralegal Program |
|
2 Total |
| Florida Registered Paralegal |
|
2 Total |
| Indiana Paralegal CLE |
|
2 Total |
| NALA |
|
2 Total |
| Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals |
|
2 Total |
| North Carolina Continuing Paralegal Education |
|
2 Total |
| New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of |
|
2 Total |
| Ohio Certified Paralegals |
|
2 Total |
| NFPA |
|
2 Total |
| Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division |
|
2 Total |
| Washington Paralegal Association |
|
2 Total |
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Paralegal
Agenda
-
Legal Ethics Update for Paralegals
- Duty of Technology Competence
- Preventing UPL in the Age of AI
- Data Security and Confidentiality in Client Communications
- Diligence Duty: Handling Mistakes and Misrepresentations
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Practicing Daily DEI
- Understanding and Spotting Bias
- Equitable Client Outreach and Intake
- Inclusive Communication (Neutral Language, Translated Docs, Trauma-Informed Techniques, etc.)
- Bias in Legal Research and Writing (Assumptions, Historical Systemic Bias)
- Expert and Vendor Selection (Expand Your Go-to List)
- Disability Accommodations You Can Easily Provide
- Speak Up, Educate, Mentor, Advocate: Responding to Bias and Discrimination You See at Work
Who Should Attend
This basic level program is designed to teach attendees how to live the legal ethics and DEI principles in their daily practice. Those who should attend include:
- Paralegals
- Legal Technicians
- Legal Assistants
- Legal Support Staff
Speakers
Speaker bio
Kate Feroleto
practices with Feroleto Law in Buffalo, New York, a respected firm that has been representing victims of accidents and injuries for over 30 years. Drawing on her prior experience working at defense firms, Ms. Feroleto brings unique insight into how insurance companies evaluate and attempt to minimize claims. She is a dedicated advocate for individuals facing difficult circumstances and takes pride in guiding her clients through what can often be a stressful and unfamiliar legal process. Ms. Feroleto is admitted to practice in New York and is a member of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys. She has been recognized by the New York State Bar Association and has presented at both national and state legal conferences. She earned her J.D. from SUNY Buffalo Law School and holds degrees from Canisius College and the Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart.
Speaker bio
Amina M. Mack
is the managing partner with The Mack Law Firm, PLLC in Raleigh, North Carolina. Practice areas include employment law, personal injury, workers' compensation and Social Security disability. With over a decade of experience, Ms. Mack is committed to fighting for justice and providing compassionate, strategic legal support. She is a member of North Carolina Bar Association; Wake County Bar Association; and Eastern, Middle and Western districts of North Carolina. Ms. Mack is admitted to practice in North Carolina, Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
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