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Texas ALP is the leading
and all-inclusive association for legal professionals that provides continuing
education and professional development programs for all of its members.
Chartered in 1955, Texas ALP is an integral part of the legal community, working
to improve the quality and effectiveness of the delivery of legal services.
Today, the work performed by well prepared and educated legal professionals
plays an essential role in all areas of law relating to the personal or business
well being of clients.
Texas ALP’s Role in Preparing for the Future
For more than 51 years, Texas ALP has assisted the legal profession in
addressing many issues associated with its growth and the inherent role of the
legal professional. In addition, Texas ALP is always available to assist
those interested in joining the legal profession; more specifically, students
enrolled in college-level educational programs.
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our 51 years of experience help you today!
Texas ALP membership includes more than 600 legal professionals working in
traditional and non-traditional law firms, corporations, governmental agencies,
legal service agencies, and other law-related entities. Texas ALP is proud
to have members from Amarillo to Brownsville and El Paso to Longview and every
major city in between.
All Texas ALP members have unlimited access to a number of benefits and programs
designed to advance and empower their professional education and growth,
including three certification programs, member discounts on educational
conferences, and cutting-edge CLE programs. A serious association devoted
to all legal professionals is very much needed and Texas ALP fills this need.
Why Join Texas ALP Now?
Texas ALP recognizes the many changes occurring
in the legal profession. Texas ALP has - and always will continue to
support the growth and expanding role of the legal support professional.
Texas ALP members are able to stay current and participate in these changes.
Professionalism and Ethics
The legal profession has faced many issues regarding professionalism and ethical
standards. As such, Texas ALP members adhere to a Professional Code of
Ethics. This Code shows the commitment of Texas ALP’s members to increase
the quality of legal services. It also recognizes the profession’s
responsibility to the legal community and the consumer.
Excellent Educational Opportunities
Texas ALP supports the growth and expansion of the legal support profession by
addressing educational issues for the practicing legal support professional, as
well as students seeking a career in the legal field.
Professional Development
As the legal profession evolves, legal support professionals can rely on Texas
ALP to offer innovative opportunities for growth. Recent examples include
online continuing legal education quizzes, leadership training seminars, and
study courses in preparation for the ALS, a basic certification for legal
professionals, the PLS, an advanced certification for legal professionals,
and the Professional Paralegal exams. Texas ALP is at the forefront
in offering legal education certifications for all levels of legal
professionals.
Invitation
to be Involved
Texas ALP encourages all members to become involved by volunteering as a
committee member or serving as a committee chair. There are many
committees to choose from, including, Certification, Education, Finance,
Leadership, Legislative Update, Marketing, Membership, and Mock Exam.
There is sure to be a committee that is just right for you.
What Does Texas ALP
Offer for Individual Members?
Individual members benefit because Texas ALP actively addresses and responds to
issues affecting the entire legal team.
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Texas ALP sponsors three
educational conferences a year. These include an average of seven (7)
hours of CLE and written materials to assist the legal team with everyday work
issues.
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Members also receive a
subscription to The Texas Docket, a high-quality, quarterly publication
that includes articles of timely and relevant educational subjects.
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Members have unlimited networking
opportunities affording them the opportunity with other legal professionals to
exchange ideas during state educational conferences, local Texas ALP chapter
meetings, and through networking opportunities offered by NALS. . . the
association for legal professionals.
Development
of the Profession
Texas ALP encourages all members to take advantage of the three levels of
professional certifications offered by NALS. . . the association for legal
professionals. Texas ALP offers all levels of the legal team the
option to validate their experience and job skills, establish credentials, and
confirm their value to the legal field. These three certification exams
provide the legal field with a professional standard by which to evaluate all
legal professionals.
Education
As legal matters delegated to legal professionals increase in complexity, so do
the market demands on educational standards for those entering the legal
profession, both in terms of general education and formal training.
Throughout its 51-year history, Texas ALP has recognized and met its commitment
to examine issues and explore new and innovative means by which legal education
may be made available to all members of the legal team, regardless of their
years of experience. Texas ALP will continue to assist the profession in
validating and expanding the roles of the legal professional, and by responding
to the ever-changing legal field. Texas ALP continues its commitment to
ensure the professionalism and the vital role played by the legal team in the
delivery of quality legal services.
Networking
Another very important benefit of membership is networking. Although this
term may be overused, networking truly is critical for career development and
management. When you initiate a conversation and exchange business cards,
you establish a contact base that you can call upon for advice, information, and
resources to assist you with questions or contacting legal vendors.
Let
our 51 years of experience help you today!
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