Ryan Throckmorton is the Perpetual Student of Life Ryan Throckmorton is working as a temporary paralegal with a number of firms in Chicago. Ryan graduated cum laude from Loyola University Chicago receiving his B.A. in Philosophy, with departmental distinction, his B.S. in Anthropology, and a Minor in Psychology. (903 views)
Izabella is Equipped with a Smile, and She Keeps Customers Coming Back Izabella Pawlak is a California bound paralegal with an extensive background in customer service. She defines herself as a nice, professional, understanding, and compassionate. These qualities and much more makes Izabella our Legal Staff Profile of the week. (96 views)
Leanna is Connected, Caring, and Strong Leanna Pierce is a legal secretary working for the Bhandari Law Group. Currently, Leanna is serving as the President of the San Diego Legal Secretaries Association (“SDLSA”). In the past, Leanna worked for a number of law firms and legal departments including Ravin Glovinsky, LLP, the Midtown Niki Group, Stokes, Roberts & Wagner, Hughes & Pizzuto, and Hosey &... (34 views)
Ryan G Haywood Embodies Positivity and Perseverance Ryan G. Haywood is working with Hogge Real Estate Inc. in Gloucester, Virginia. During the past two years, Ryan G. Haywood has provided exemplary service to his community as a paralegal. Many aspects of Ryan’s professional and personal life make him stand out as a model to people seeking to enter the legal industry including his commitment to stay positive and never give... (83 views)
Lisa McGibbon is a Paralegal with a Mission Lisa McGibbon is a star paralegal. Lisa transitioned from accounting into paralegal studies. She obtained both an Associate in Business and an Associate in Paralegal Studies. Further, she received her certification from the National Association of Legal Assistants and Paralegals (“NALA”). NALA is one of the nation’s leading professional associations for paralegals.... (283 views)
An Illegal Immigrant Paralegal? The career of Sergio C. Garcia has become extremely interesting to all lawyers and paralegals across the country after Garcia, an illegal immigrant was certified to practice law by the State Bar of California. It raised questions about licensing of illegal immigrants also in other professions. The request of the State Bar of California sent for routine approval to the... (481 views)
A Master’s Degree in Paralegal Studies If you are following the economy, you’d be aware that while JDs are facing declining recruitment prospects, at the same time the market for paralegals is seeing significant improvement. In their rush to cut business costs, both private and public institutions are assigning many functions, which could be handled by either paralegals or lawyers, exclusively to paralegals. (410 views)
Beckfield College Announces ABA Approval of Paralegal Programs Those interested in becoming a paralegal will undoubtedly be interested in learning that the American Bar Association (ABA) recently approved Florence, Kentucky based Beckfield College’s Legal Studies programs. (87 views)
J. Matt Barber, Associate Dean of Career Development As the Associate Dean of the Center for Career & Professional Development at Liberty University School of Law in Lynchburg, Virginia, J. Matt Barber, is responsible for guiding students and alumni on a path of professional growth. (48 views)
Faye M. Bracey, Assistant Dean for Career Services As a St. Mary's University School of Law alumni, Faye M. Bracey has a unique understanding of the needs of the students and alumni who seek her guidance. In her role as the Assistant Dean for Career Services, she puts that knowledge to use in a number of ways, ultimately guiding students to a successful legal career. (139 views)
Colorado Announces its 2011 ''Pro Bono Paralegal of the Year'' RoxAnn Mack was named as the 2011 Colorado Bar Association's Pro Bono Paralegal of the Year for her outstanding commitment to the pro bono community. Mack is employed by the international law firm Faegre & Benson, which also has offices in both Denver and Boulder. (6 views)
Christy Hall Benson, Freelance Legal Writer, Legal Assistant and College Writing Instructor There are times when each of us come across colleagues in the course of a day and we find ourselves amazed at what they're able to accomplish in a single day and then, for many of us, we discover our energy level could use a boost, especially when we compare their days to our own. (289 views)
Maura Abeln Smith, PepsiCo As of May 5, 2011, Maura Abeln Smith will take on the role of executive vice president of government affairs, general counsel, and corporate secretary at PepsiCo. In her new position, Smith will be in charge of PepsiCo's global legal function and government affairs organization. Smith replaces Larry Thompson, who served as the company's general counsel for the past seven... (96 views)
Charlotte Morris - Trial Consultant Charlotte Morris is a trial consultant who's led the way in this very distinct area of the law. Her insight is priceless when attorneys are attempting to combine their legal prowess with the psychology of the jury as a whole. Specifically, Morris steps in and assists those lawyers with the psychological aspects of each juror to ensure that the ideal jury is defined that... (135 views)
Andrea Cannavina, Founder and Owner LegalTypist, Inc. Anyone whose Twitter profile begins with, ''Hell no, I'm not an attorney'', either has great confidence in her abilities as a legal support professional or isn't in the legal profession at all. Of course, Andrea Cannavina is indeed in the legal profession and has law firms across the nation clamoring for her services. Yeah - she's that good. This week, we take a look at... (64 views)
Greg Lambert - Houston Law Librarian and Blogger They say work in the legal sector never ends, it only evolves. If that's true, Greg Lambert likely knows that better than anyone. In one of the nation's busiest and largest cities, Lambert works in one of the nation's most renowned law firms, King & Spalding. He's also this week's Legal Staff Spotlight. (155 views)
Vickie Perry Barker - Atlanta Legal Superstar In the contemporary career environment, the trends suggest that more of us are opting to go solo, and that certainly applies to those within the legal sector as well. This is the case with Atlanta writer and paralegal Vickie Perry Barker. (79 views)
Jessica Schmeidler - Freelance Virtual Paralegal If there was ever any question about whether a paralegal could both freelance and have a powerful presence in a virtual world, Jessica Schmeidler answers that question; in fact, she redefines the model. She has proven it can be done - and it can be done in a way that's ethical and both affordable for her clients while remaining profitable for her small business. She's... (261 views)
''We Will Sue'' - Marty Singer As if Charlie Sheen hasn't inserted his foot far enough down his throat, Warner Brothers decided to release him from his responsibilities on the set of his sitcom, Two and a Half Men today. This prompted his attorney, Marty Singer, to promptly declare Team Sheen will be suing. And with those three words, we will sue, Marty Singer is on his way to becoming a household name. (24 views)
Assistant Professor of Law Hosea H. Harvey Ask any current or former law student at Temple University Beasley School of Law about Professor Hosea H. Harvey, and you'll likely receive responses that include, ''He's a problem solver'' or ''He has this way of combining the psychology of a lawyer to the theory of law''. And Professor Harvey would no doubt be pleased that he's thought of so highly. He's this week's... (555 views)
University of Arizona Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law Dean Part of a college dean's job is to make those tough choices that can affect not only his current student body, but those that follow for many years. Couple this realization with difficult economic times and you've just begun to understand the challenges Dean Paul Schiff Berman experiences on a daily basis. Keep reading for more information on this cautious risk taker who... (21 views)
Paul Mahoney, University of Virginia School of Law Dean Paul Mahoney has a lot to be proud of these days. His school, the University of Virginia School of Law was just named in the Princeton Review as the number one school for its quality of life for students and number 2 for ''Best Classroom Experience''. While he's certainly proud, he has an idea as to why his school ranked so high. (10 views)
Versatile, Well Traveled and Respected: Robert S. Lapiner Robert Lapiner, who is currently the dean of New York University School of Continuing and Professional Studies, has raised the bar for career deans everywhere. He has traveled to places others can only dream of, including the Netherlands, Africa and France, not to mention the Republic of Congo. Keep reading for more information on this well-traveled college dean. (215 views)
Stephanie Sterling - Texas Paralegal Stephanie Sterling is passionate about the law and in her role as a paralegal for one of the most renowned law firms in Texas. She pursues her career and her life with a rock star mentality. She is this week's LawCrossing.com career staff inductee. Keep reading about this busy and dedicated Texas paralegal. (90 views)
Su Casa Es Mi Casa - Not! Tammie Lou Kapusta has brought the weight of at least 400,000 homes in Florida onto her shoulders. The former David J. Stern Law Firm paralegal has given depositions and testified as to the true crisis the mortgage sector is still in. The difference in what Kapusta says and what her previous employer says are miles apart. She has reiterated her goal of being honest in her... (7 views)
Making a Difference - Every Day Lyla Malolepszy has many titles these days, including a recent recipient of the 2010 Exceptional Pro Bono Award from the State Bar of Texas, Paralegal Division. But there was a lot of hard work that led to this remarkable young woman's unselfish and exceptional rise. She is committed to the law sector and has earned many awards and kudos from those within the profession.... (3 views)
''Isn't This Wild?'' Joanne Clarke's Story It's probably a safe assumption to say Joanne Clarke could not have anticipated being in the media for growing, of all things, marijuana. This legal secretary, in her mid-fifties, is legally, albeit quietly, growing marijuana in her home for medical purposes. Keep reading for how she became the unlikely face of legalized pot. (11 views)
Jane M. Simon Jane M. Simon has an impressive resume. Not only has she served as a federal district court law clerk, but she also heads her own legal writing service, Law Writer, that continues to grow as the firm remains in big demand. Keep reading for more information on this week's Legal Staff Profile and how she continues to raise the bar in the legal arena. (203 views)
Kristina Duncan - Independent Paralegal It's not surprising to find a paralegal who can juggle her career flawlessly, raise a family and play the role of soccer mom. After all, this is what paralegals do best: they simply make it happen in all aspects of their lives. This week, however, we're focusing on a professional paralegal who has raised the bar and redefined ''having it all''. Meet Kristina Duncan. (125 views)
Richard Waites, J.D., Ph.D. Richard Waites is one of those people others look at and wonder how they find enough hours in the day to get done all that requires their attention. A certified trial attorney, author and social psychologist, Dr. Waites has found a way to bring all of his passions together and define a career that any of us would envy. He's this week's LawCrossing.com Legal Staff Profile.... (166 views)