Student members of AAPi can now join NALA as student members for just $5 per year. This is 90% off the regular fee!! This offer is valid for as long as you qualify, providing you with unparalleled access to NALA's resources and benefits at an incredibly affordable rate.
- An enrolled student (taking at least 5 semester hours in a current or upcoming session) in good standing at any university, college, junior college, or other approved school, pursuing a course of study as a paralegal.
- Not currently employed as a paralegal.
This offer presents a tremendous opportunity for you to further your education and kickstart you career. We encourage you to take advantage of this incredible discount.
To take advantage of this offer, hop on over to https://nala.org/membership/ and sign up today!
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UPCOMING LIVE WEBINARS
To learn more about NALA's upcoming live webinars, follow this link: https://nala.org/education/
W2614 – AI + Paralegals: How Technology Expands, Not Replaces, Your Role
June 11, 2026
This session demonstrates how AI can collaborate with paralegals on routine tasks while enhancing their core role and supporting responsible, career-advancing use of AI.W2630 – Legal Technology: Contracts, Automation, and Analytics
June 12, 2026
Explore the intersection of legal technology, ethics, and data analytics. This presentation covers copyright, bias, and integrity issues, exploring how legal teams use CLM solutions, SharePoint, and Power BI to improve workflows.W2629 – How to Handle Technology Failures in Court
June 24, 2026
This session covers how to handle courtroom technology failures using the APART framework, with practical strategies and troubleshooting techniques to maintain professionalism when issues arise.2026 NALA CONFERENCE & EXPO
The 2026 NALA Conference & Expo will take place in Denver, CO from July 16-18 (Thur – Sat) at Grand Hyatt Denver. If you've never attended a NALA Conference & Expo, you are missing out! Elevate your career, connect with legal practitioners, and stay updated on industry trends. The conference is a prime opportunity for professional development, featuring insights, networking, and a specialized NALA Certified Paralegal (CP®) Review track. Register by May 13th for Early Bird Savings! https://nala.org/nala-conference-expo/
FUTURE CONFERENCES:
- 2027 – July 22 – 24 (Thur – Sat) Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas– Indian Wells, CA
- 2028 – July 20 – 22 (Thur – Sat) Fairmont Dallas – Dallas, TX
- 2029 – July 19 – 21 (Thur – Sat) Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor – Charlotte Harbor, FL
- 2030 – July 18 – 20 (Thur – Sat) Portland Hilton Downtown – Portland, OR
NALA CERTIFED PARALEGAL EXAM
NALA Certifying Board Announces New Certified Paralegal (CP) Exam Specifications, Effective 2024
The NALA Certifying Board oversees the development and maintenance of the Certified Paralegal (CP) Examination. The board works with subject matter experts and psychometric consultants to ensure the exam is consistent with national testing and accreditation standards.
The CP Exam is a validated, national, standardized examination designed to measure the knowledge and skills—also referred to as core competencies—that are required of a paralegal. It is a two-part test that consists of Knowledge and Skills Exams.
The Certified Paralegal Exam is administered by NALA and is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). NALA periodically updates and revises the content of the exam through job analysis studies and research. NALA and the Certifying Board’s Job Analysis Task Force completed their most recent job analysis at the end of 2022, which has informed the new CP Exam specifications that will begin in 2024. Click the links below if you are interested in learning more about the New 2024 CP Exam Specifications or to review the 2022 Job Analysis Study.
CP Application Fees
- Standard fee: $325 for members, $375 for non-members
- Military fee: $240 for members, $280 for non-members
- Student fee: $150 for members, $175 for non-members
- Retake fee: $150
For more information on testing, please click here
