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On the record
The Monthly Newsletter of the Dallas Area Paralegal Association
A member of the National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc.
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November is often synonymous with giving thanks.
During November, we become more aware of our many
blessings such as family, friends, good health, employment and a roof
over our heads. I am, of course, most thankful for all of those things,
but this year I want to express my gratitude and thankfulness to the
Dallas Area Paralegal Board of Directors, Section Chairs and all vol-
unteers that have been instrumental in making this a very successful
year for DAPA. It has been my privilege to have served with this
Board and the previous six Boards since 2012.
I never stop being amazed at how hard our volunteers work
and how much they accomplish. They all have very demanding positions with law firms or
corporate law departments and yet they manage to devote countless hours to DAPA. They
oversee the governing and financial well-being of DAPA. They consistently provide interest-
ing and valuable CLE and monthly meeting programs. They produce a magnificent holiday
event every year. They donate hours to community service and Pro Bono opportunities. And
all of that is just scratching the surface of their dedication.
I am very grateful to have been able to attend the NFPA National Convention in
New Orleans this year. Grateful for the opportunity to be present to see how DAPA’s
Delegates represented DAPA with grace and professionalism on the Policy Floor and during
the events. I am so proud of our presence there. I was thankful and admittedly proud for the
awards that DAPA received – all worked hard for and well deserved.
I am thankful for all the support I received this year from our Board. Someone
always had my “six” – I never felt alone – whether it was at an event, conducting Board
meetings, or working on special projects such as joint conference events with other local parale-
gal associations, the Board was always there for me, many of whom have served in one capacity
or another within DAPA for many years. We should also all be grateful because we have some
young and energetic emerging leaders within our organization whom assure DAPA’s future. As
always, I extend an invitation to the entire Membership to attend our Board meetings and see
this dedicated group in action. The next Board of Directors meeting is Tuesday, November
14th. If you would like to join us, please contact me. We would love to see you there.
And finally, without a doubt, I am very grateful to you, our Membership for
extending me the privilege of serving as your President this year.
Deb Albright
President, 2017
Upcoming Events /
Section Meetings
November
7- Leadership/Management Meeting
11– Membership Orientation
14—General Membership Meeting
14—Board Meeting
16– Intellectual Property Meeting
December
8 - Holiday Luncheon
12– Corporate Law Meeting
12 –Board Meeting
Volume XXXV, Number 11 November 2017
President’s Perspective by: Debra Albright
On the record
The Monthly Newsletter of the Dallas Area Paralegal Association
A member of the National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc.
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Dallas Area Paralegal Association
The Dallas Area Paralegal Association (DAPA) was formed on October 23, 1976 as the
Dallas Association of Legal Assistants, and changed its name in 1996. In 1978, DAPA
became affiliated with the National Federation of Paralegal Associations (NFPA), an
organization that represents approximately 10,000 paralegals nationwide. DAPA is a
voluntary non-profit corporation composed of paralegals working in all areas of the law,
who are interested in furthering their own professional development, especially
through PACE® and other voluntary certifications, and who are dedicated to the advance-
ment of the paralegal profession as a whole.
On the Record
On the Record is published monthly by the Dallas Area Paralegal
Association as a means of reporting and sharing news and opinions of
interest to DAPA members. Any opinions expressed herein are those of
the writer and not necessarily those of DAPA. Publication herein does
not imply endorsement in any manner.
If you have important information regarding the paralegal profes-
sion, notices of upcoming meetings, events or other dated material, or
section reports to be included in our monthly newsletter, all must be
submitted to the Editor at [email protected] no later than
the fifth day of the month preceding publication. In order to produce
and mail each newsletter to reach our membership in a timely manner,
this deadline must be met. Any material not received by the 5th will be
held for the following month’s publication. Your understanding and
appreciation in meeting our deadline will be greatly appreciated.
If you would like to submit materials for publishing, please send
them via email to [email protected]. The Editor and
Newsletter Committee reserve the right to edit articles submitted for
grammar, clarity and space.
© 2017 Dallas Area Paralegal Association All rights reserved.
Volume XXXV, Number 11 November 2017
Margaret Beil
Courtney Hitt
Welcome New Members
KEEP IT CURRENT
Please take a moment to review your information on the DAPA website and ensure that the proper information is rec-orded. Important information is sent to Members via mail and e-mail, and it would be very helpful for you to keep your infor-mation updated.
To check your information, go to the Members Only portion of DAPA’s website at www.dallasparalegals.org and click on Edit My Profile. You will be prompted for your username and password. If you have forgotten your password, click on Forgot My Password and it will be e-mailed to you. If you still have problems, e-mail your Executive Director, Mariela Cawthon at [email protected].
In this Issue
President’s Perspective ........................................................................... .1
This Month’s Meetings ......................................................................... .3
Membership Orientation ........................................................................ 4
Jingle and Mingle .................................................................................... 5
Paralegal of the Year .............................................................................. 7
2017 Joint Paralegal Day ...................................................................... 11
Corporate Section Meeting .................................................................. 13
NFPA Calling All Aspiring Writers ..................................................... 14
2017 NFPA Annual Convention Report .............................................. 16
Wendi A. Rogers Mentor Protégé Program ....................................... 19
NFPA News ......................................................................................... 22
2017 Board of Directors .................................................................... 23
Section and Committee Chairs ........................................................... 24
Sustaining Members ........................................................................... 25
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The Monthly Newsletter of the Dallas Area Paralegal Association
A member of the National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc.
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*** There is no cost to attend DAPA General Membership Meetings. Specialty section meetings are free to DAPA members and a low cost of $5.00 to non-members. ***
This Month’s Meetings
Speaker: Debby Reeves, Director of Administra-
tion with GoransonBain
Topic: What Makes a Great Place to Work
Debby Reeves, Director of Administration at
GoransonBain will speak on "What Makes a
Great Place to Work." GoransonBain was one of the Dallas Morning
News designees as a "Best Places to Work" (First Time Winner/Small
Company).
Ms. Reeves is also a Board member of the Dallas Chapter of the As-
sociation of Legal Administrators.
RSVP to Section Chair, Michele Boerder, CP, to ensure sufficient
seating.
Speaker: Various Speakers
Topic: DAPA Presents “What’s in it for US?”
In 2 short Hours, learn how to get the most out
of your DAPA Membership!
Location: Deans Food Company
The Tower of CityPlace, 39th Floor
2711 N. Haskell Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75204
RSVP to [email protected], to ensure sufficient
seating.
Speaker: Floy Gaidarski, DAPA Director at
Large
Topic: Psychology of Organizations: Attitudes,
Management and Communication
Floy Gaidarski earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology
from Southern Methodist University in 2013. She joined the Dallas
Area Paralegal Association as a student member before her gradua-
tion from the SMU Paralegal Certificate Program in 2015 and became
DAPA's Corporate Section Chair and voting member shortly thereaf-
ter. She is currently serving on DAPA's Board of Directors as Direc-
tor-At-Large. Floy is the Executive Vice President of Abruzzo Wood-
works where she provides paralegal services for the company's corpo-
rate matters. She has lived in Dallas for over 20 years.
RSVP to Program VP, Mary E. Morman, CP, to ensure sufficient
seating.
Speaker: Kellie M. Johnson, Esq.
Topic: TBA
Kellie M. Johnson, Assistant VP, Sr. Legal
Counsel - IP for AT&T Services, Inc.
RSVP to Section Chair, Michelle Roberts, ACP, to ensure sufficient
seating.
DAPA Leadership/Management Meeting November 7 at 12:00 p.m. at the Belo
DAPA General Membership Meeting November 14 at 12:00 p.m. at the Belo
DAPA New Members Orientation November 11 at 9:00 a.m. at Dean Foods
DAPA Intellectual Property Meeting November 16 at 12:00 p.m. at the Belo
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The Monthly Newsletter of the Dallas Area Paralegal Association
A member of the National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc.
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You Are Cordially Invited to the
Dallas Area Paralegal Association’s
2017 Annual Meeting and Holiday Luncheon
Friday, December 8, 2017
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
The Warwick Melrose Hotel
3015 Oak Lawn Ave., Dallas, TX 75219
(Complimentary valet parking included in ticket price)
Raffle ticket sales will be 11:30 to Noon
GOLDEN TICKET PRIZE: TO BE ANNOUNCED
$1 = 1 ticket $5 = 6 tickets $10 = 1 Golden Ticket
$25 = 30 tickets+ Golden Ticket
$25= 3 Golden Tickets
DAPA Members $35.00; Non-members $50.00; All Students $25.00
You can complete registration and payment online here: http://dallasparalegals.org/page.asp?p=Holiday%20Luncheon%20RSVP A $2 convenience fee is added to all online pay-ments. Email [email protected] with questions.
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DAPA
PARALEGAL OF THE YEAR
2017 Nominations and Guidelines
Nomination Deadline: November 8, 2017
DAPA Paralegal of the Year will be announced at the DAPA Holiday Luncheon
To nominate a paralegal (who must be a current DAPA member) for the Dallas Area Paralegal Association’s “Paralegal of the Year Award,” submit a nomination in narrative written form under the following guidelines:
Typewritten, but not longer than three pages.
List name, address, and telephone numbers at the TOP of the nomination only. Do not put the nominee’s name in
the body of the nomination.
Include in the narrative why the person is nominated and should be selected (work skills, experience, community
activities, involvement in professional paralegal organizations, any offices held/committee involvement, awards or any
other information to be brought before the Selection Committee).
Do not include any supporting letters or recommendations (narrative nomination only, is considered).
Return to: Michele Boerder, Paralegal Chair, DAPA Paralegal of the Year Award Committee
c/o Morgan Lewis & Bockius, L.L.P. 1717 Main St., Suite 3200
Dallas, TX 75201 214-466-4147
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CERTIFICATION RENEWAL REMINDER
If your RP or CRP expires in December or January, now is the time to submit your renew-
al! Remember to request approval for any CLEs that may need NFPA approval well before
your RP or CRP expires, as the CLE review takes up to 60 days.
DAPA’s Membership Year Runs from January 1st to December 31st. Don’t Forget to Renew for 2017!
Go To
http://dallasparalegals.org/page.asp?p=Forms to download the Renewal forms and you can pay online!
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2017 JOINT PARALEGAL DAY
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THANK YOU FROM DAPA TO THE 2017 JOINT
PARALEGAL DAY SPONSORS
Corporate Sponsors: Thank you !
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Corporate Section Meeting
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NFPA IS CALLING ALL ASPIRING WRITERS!
Looking for a way to share your ideas and expertise with your fellow paralegals? Why not write an article for
the National Paralegal Reporter (NPR)? No need to be an expert! Just be passionate about the subject which
Summer 2017 Issue
Deadline for submission: 2/15/17
1. What is a paralegal?
a) The Paralegal profession where
it started and where is it going?
b) Non-traditional Paralegal Roles.
2. Highlight on homeowner/
property laws.
Fall 2017 Issue
Deadline for submission: 5/15/17
Health Insurance and Life Insur-
ance and your rights
a) Wellness: Not just fitness, mind-
fulness, etc.
b) Paralegal assistance program,
stress, substance abuse
c) Being a Paralegal doesn't neces-
sarily mean you have to be seden-
tary. How fitness can help boost
your energy and work product.
Winter 2017 Issue
Deadline for submis-
sion: 8/15/17
3. Diversity in the legal
field
a) Gender
b) Ethnicity
c) Sexuality
d) Age
e) Religion
f) Background
g) Upbringing
h) Generation
i) Region of the country
Spring 2018 Issue
Deadline for submission:
11/15/2017
Focus on Ethics
a) Attorney-Paralegal relation-
ships.
b) How you can make working for
a "tough" attorney a learning ex-
perience.
c) Ethics and how the attorney's
actions affect you - the paralegal
Please note that there are specific Article Publica-
tion Guidelines for NPR articles. Go to
www.paralegals.org and look under the
“Publications” tab for more details.
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Shadow a Board Member
We are looking for voting members who want to shadow Board Members and find out more about their particular positions. If you are interested, please contact Deb Albright at [email protected] or Mariela Cawthon at [email protected]. Come to a board meeting and learn how your board of directors works! We work hard but we have a lot of fun! Come join a meeting and shadow a board member. Shadowing a Board Member doesn't require any work, but lets you see what a position involves if you are interested in future participation on the Board. Come see if you like it!
Interested in getting involved with DAPA and the paralegal legal community?
DAPA has several positions open. To learn more about these positions and other exciting ways to volunteer, please contact Executive Director, Mariela Cawthon, for more information.
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
Do you have an article, tip or tricks that you want to share with DAPA members? Publish them in the “On The Record” Newsletter! The dead-
line for submission is the 20th of the preceding month. Please send your submissions to the Newsletter Editor at [email protected].
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2017 NFPA Annual Convention and Policy Meeting Report
Laura A. Kehoe, CRP™ NFPA Primary
Cindy Welch, RP® NFPA Secondary
It is that time of year again! October is not just for pumpkins and candy, but time for the NFPA Annual Convention! This year,
the convention was graciously hosted by our fellow paralegals of the New Orleans Paralegal Association (NOPA) and held at the
Astor Crown Plaza in the French Quarter. Kudos to NOPA for the years of hard work it takes to put on this convention and
congratulations on a fantastic job!
For those of you who do not know, NFPA was founded in 1974 and was the first national paralegal association. Created as a non
-profit federation, NFPA is an issues-driven, policy-oriented professional association directed by its membership. It is comprised
of 47 member associations and represents almost 8,000 individual members, reflecting a broad range of experience, education,
and diversity. DAPA generally sends the NFPA Primary and Secondary Representatives to represent its members and partici-
pate on the policy floor to vote on candidates running for elected NFPA positions, as well as discuss and vote on agenda topics,
bylaw resolutions, and administrative topics aimed at advancing the paralegal profession. DAPA's delegates cast votes, as agreed
upon and instructed by DAPA’s National Affairs/NFPA Committee and Board of Directors. Want to be part of the decision-
making process that could potentially affect paralegals across the country? Join the National Affairs/NFPA Committee by check-
ing the appropriate box on your application when you renew your DAPA membership in January! Make your voice known!
This year, DAPA was well represented at the convention by NFPA Primary, Laura A. Kehoe, CRP™, and NFPA Secondary,
Cindy Welch, RP®. Other DAPA members in attendance were DAPA President, Debra Albright, DAPA President-Elect, Kelli
M. Smith, CRP™, and Education Vice President and Litigation Section Chair, Candy Ryan, CRP™.
Policy Floor:
This year, several agenda topics were brought to the floor. As expected, there was lively debate. Both
Laura and Cindy took turns addressing the chair (and delegates) at the microphone. Forty-one associa-
tions were represented this year at convention. Results are listed below.
Agenda Topic 1 – Position statement on non-lawyer legal professionals
Per Board direction and NFPA Committee recommendation, DAPA voted in favor. Agenda Topic 17-02 passed, 40 votes for, 1 against.
Agenda Topic 2 – Administrative Topic – update NFPA Procedures Manual regarding Annual Meeting
nominations and election process with regards to “campaigning”
Per Board direction and NFPA Committee recommendation, DAPA voted against as written. Agenda topic failed, 12 votes for, 29 votes against.
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Agenda Topic 3 – NFPA develop/issue a position statement supporting LLLT as an expansion of the paralegal profession
Per Board direction and NFPA Committee recommendation, DAPA voted in favor.
Agenda Topic 17-01 passed, 30 votes for, 10 against, 1 abstain.
Agenda Topic 4 – Appoint ad hoc committee to explore ways NFPA could support member associations in addressing the issue
of rogue paralegals.
NFPA Committee recommended voting against as written and the Board agreed. However, with friendly amendments to this
topic, DAPA voted in favor.
Agenda Topic 17-03 passed unanimously, 41 votes for, 0 against.
Agenda Topic 5 – Appoint ad hoc committee to develop a position statement regarding (1) non-attorneys practicing law outside
the scope of state’s laws and regulations; (2) guidance for paralegal educators on unauthorized practice of law; (3) guidance and
education for paralegals performing unauthorized practice of law; (4) guidance for local associations wanting to address paralegal
unauthorized practice of law for adoption by the delegates at at the 2018 NFPA Convention
The Board and NFPA Committee recommended voting against as written. However, after much discussion on the policy floor
and with friendly amendments to this topic, DAPA voted in favor.
Agenda Topic 17-5 passed, 30 votes for, 4 against.
Agenda Topic 6 – Develop Justice Champion Award to recognize a practicing paralegal whose conduct, actions, and activities
demonstrate extraordinary dedication to diversity and inclusion as defined by NFPA’s Position Statement on Diversity.
NFPA Committee was unable to discuss Agenda Topic 6 as written in person due to late submission. The Board recommended
voting against. However, after much discussion on the policy floor and with friendly amendments to this topic, DAPA voted in
favor.
Agenda Topic 17-04 passed, 33 votes for, 4 against.
Annual Awards:
Every year, the Saturday Awards Luncheon is very well attended. Attendees are excited
to see who wins NFPA’s prestigious awards and scholarships. DAPA can boast its share
of award recipients, and this year is no exception! Congratulations to KaTina Whitfield,
ALP, CRP™ on receiving NFPA’s Paralegal of the Year!
Elections:
This year, several national board positions were up for election. The results are as follows:
NFPA VP/Director of Membership: Yvonne DeAntoneo (re-elected - uncontested)
NFPA Vice President and Director of Marketing: Lisa Lynch, CRP™ (re-elected - uncontested)
NFPA Vice President and Director of Professional Development: Mindi Schaefer, M.S., RP™, OSBA, AACP
(elected)
Region II Director: Mianne Besser elected by Region II (re-elected - uncontested)
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President’s Challenge:
The President’s Challenge is a goal set by the current president for all member associations. President,
Valarie Wilus, RP®, PaC.P., did not waste any time announcing her goals and raising the bar for this
year’s challenge. She would like for every association to bring in ten new members (easily attainable for
DAPA), two new RP’s and four new CRP’s by the time of the next convention. Will you help us attain
that goal and get your certification?
DAPA exceeded the President’s Challenge from last year and received special recognition on the policy floor
for having the most new RP’s (4), most new members (85), and most referrals to NFPA!
Did you know that NFPA’s Annual Convention is open for all members to attend? It’s true! Want to
get involved? Start out by volunteering to be on DAPA’s National Affairs/NFPA Committee. This is a
great way to have your voice heard at the national level. Then, join your DAPA delegates and other
DAPA members at convention.
It was an honor to represent DAPA at convention this year. What a wonderful experience! Again, remember that NFPA’s An-
nual Convention is open to every member. Come experience it for yourself. Mark your calendars for October 25-28, 2018!
Next year, the convention will be held in beautiful Seattle, Washington, and we hope to see you there!
Laura Kehoe, CRPTM
NFPA Primary Representative
Cindy Welch, RP®
NFPA Secondary Representative
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DALLAS AREA PARALEGAL ASSOCIATION'S WENDI A. ROGERS MENTOR PROGRAM
Submit completed applications to [email protected].
Application for Prospective Mentor
Name:
(please print or type)
Firm:
Mailing Address:
Work Tele-
phone:
Facsimile:
Email Address:
Are you a current voting member of DAPA?
Number of Years of Substantive
Paralegal Experience
Practice Area(s)
Special Needs, Requests or
Preferences
As a Mentor of DAPA, you hereby agree that you are a member in good standing of DAPA, that you have five (5)
or more years of substantive paralegal experience, that you are willing to assist a new paralegal by answering ques-
tions relating to his/her area(s) of law, or area(s) of experience, or other general paralegal-related questions, includ-
ing involvement in local, state and national paralegal associations; and you agree to be accessible to your assigned
Protégé on an as-needed basis throughout the year, and at a minimum, you agree to meet or communication with
your assigned Protégé on a monthly basis.
Signature:
Date: For DAPA Use Only
Date Received: Date Matched:
Name of Protégé:
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DALLAS AREA PARALEGAL ASSOCIATION'S
WENDI A. ROGERS MENTOR PROGRAM
Submit completed applications to [email protected].
Application for Prospective Protégé
Name:
Mailing Address:
Firm/School:
Telephone: Facsimile:
Email Address:
Practice Area(s)
Are you a current DAPA member? Are you currently a Par-
alegal Student?
Number of Years of Substantive
Paralegal Experience
Anticipated Graduation
Date:
I am requesting a
Mentor for the
following reasons:
Career objectives
Education goals
Current information on the paralegal
profession, including certifications
Resume review and tips for interviewing
for a paralegal position
Other:
As a Protégé of DAPA, you hereby agree that you are a member in good standing of DAPA, that you have three
(3) or less years of substantive paralegal experience.
Signature:
Date: For DAPA Use Only
Date Received: Date Matched: Name of Mentor:
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NFPA News
REPORTING PRO BONO and COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS
We are excited to announce that pro bono and community service reporting is now set up through your member login on the NFPA website.
1. Go to the NFPA website ( www.paralegals.org ) 2. Sign in with your email and password 3. Once logged in, go to the Pro Bono tab and select “Reporting Pro Bono and Community Service Hours”
4. The form will auto fill your name and individual information that was provided to NFPA by your local association. 5. Complete the form and submit.
The reporting period will remain July 1st through June 30th— so get your time in to NFPA!! Please report pro bono hours on a quarterly basis so that the NFPA Liaison to the ABA can share your service hours and
projects with the ABA. NFPA’s Model Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility and Guidelines for reinforcement state that:
EC-1.4(d) A paralegal should aspire annually to contribute twenty-four (24) hours of Pro Bono Publico services . . . . EC-1.4(e) A paralegal should aspire to contribute twenty-four (24) hours of Community Service on an annual basis. Contact Kelli M. Smith, CRP
TM if you have any questions.
NFPA Only Webinar “The Addicted Lawyer: How We Got There and How We Solve It”
November 19, 2017
A New Student Webpage Added to the NFPA Website!
Go to http://www.paralegals.org/students and there are added links to the
“Become a Member” and “Entering the Paralegal Profession Page”
NFPA Coordinators Positions Available!
Go to www.paralegals.org/default.asp?page=98 to see all of positions!
If you’d like to receive NFPA’s bi-monthly e-newsletter—you can sign up here!
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President
Debra Albright
President Elect
Kelli M. Smith, CRPTM
Executive Director
Mariela Evora Cawthon, CP, TBLS-BCP
Membership Vice President
Jessica Muniz
Education Vice President
Candy Ryan, CRPTM
Professional Development Director Hilary Roberts
Secretary
Angela Wilson
Treasurer
Position Available
NFPA Primary Representative
Laura Kehoe, CRPTM
Communications Director
Debbi Lowe
Director-at-Large
Floy Gaidarski
Past President Board Advisor
Michele Boerder, CP
Parliamentarian
Kathy K. Connell
Programs Vice President
Mary Morman, CP
To find out more on each of the Board members,
please visit DAPA’s website at www.dallasparalegals.org
2017 Board of Directors
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Section Chairs Animal Law
[Available Position] [email protected]
Bankruptcy
[Available Position]
Collin County
Shenna Lawless
Corporate Law
Floy Gaidarski
Criminal Law
[Available Position]
Family Law
Melanie Isaac-White
Government
[Available Position]
Intellectual Property Law
Michelle Roberts, CP
Leadership/Management
Michele Boerder, CP, TBLS-
BCP
Las Colinas
[Available Position]
Litigation
Candy Ryan, CRP™
Medical / Personal Injury
[Available Position]
North Dallas
[Available Position]
Probate Law
[Available Position]
Real Estate
[Available Position]
Technology
Robert Suliman, CRP
Appointments and Committee Chairs Assistant Secretary Kathy K. Connell [email protected] CLE Audit Committee Kathy K. Connell [email protected] Elections Committee Sheila White [email protected] Entertainment Committee Lisa Fenty [email protected]
Ethics Committee Kay Redburn, TBLS-BCP [email protected] Financial Audit Committee Angela Wilson [email protected] Job Bank Administrator Heidi DeLira [email protected] Membership Committee [Available Position] [email protected] Wendi A. Rogers Mentor / Protégé Program Melissa Stapleton [email protected] Membership Survey Kelli M. Smith, CRP [email protected]
Newsletter Editor Debbi Lowe [email protected] Newsletter Committee Debbi Lowe [email protected] Assistant Newsletter Editor Andréa Clark [email protected] NFPA Committee Laura Kehoe, CRP [email protected] NFPA Secondary Representative Cindy Welch, RP [email protected] NFPA Certification Ambassador [Available Position] [email protected] Student Liaison Collin County College Trevor Taylor [email protected] Student Liaison SMU Michele Boerder, CP, TBLS-BCP Student Liaison El Centro College [Available Position] [email protected]
NFPA Certification Ambassador Cindy Welch [email protected] Paralegal of the Year Award Michele Boerder, CP, TBLS-BCP [email protected] Pro Bono / Community Service Chair Michele Boerder, CP, TBLS-BCP [email protected] Pro Bono Service Award Angela Wilson [email protected] Professional Development Committee Hilary Roberts [email protected] Programs Committee Mary Morman, CP [email protected] Publications Committee Angela Wilson [email protected]. Public Relations Committee [Available Position] [email protected]
Asst. Public Relations Committee Katherine Henderson [email protected] Rules and Bylaws Committee Kathy K. Connell [email protected] Scholarship Committee
Floy Gaidarski [email protected] Strategic Long Range Planning Debra Albright [email protected] Sustaining Member Hilary Roberts [email protected] TAPA (Texas Alliance of Paralegal Associations) Kelli M. Smith, CRP™ [email protected] Weekly Communications Manager Debbi Lowe [email protected]
Website Administrator Kathy Davis, PLS [email protected] Assistant Website Administrator [Available Position] [email protected]
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The Monthly Newsletter of the Dallas Area Paralegal Association
A member of the National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc.
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Please help support our Sustaining Members by calling on them when you have a project that needs outside support. It is
through their continued support and generosity that DAPA is able to keep membership rates low and provide social events
and CLEs at a low cost.
Sustaining Members
Arlington Career Institute Attorney Resource Babich & Associates Beacon Hill Staffing Capitol Services, Inc. Cogency Global, Inc. Compex Legal Services, Inc. Courtroom Sciences, Inc. DepoTexas Dickman Davenport, Inc. DTI Dwq Solutions El Centro College
Esquire Solutions Greenwood Office Kim Tindall & Associates Legal Network Pye Legal Group Onfile Systems, Inc. Open Door Solutions, LLP Registered Agent Solutions, Inc. Rimkus Special Counsel Special Delivery Texas File, LLC Texas Lawyer Financial Services
US Legal Support, Inc. Written Deposition Service Xact Data Discovery
