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!
NALA News
UPCOMING LIVE WEBINARS
To learn more about NALA's upcoming live webinars, follow this link: https://nala.org/education/
October 6, 2026
Join us for a practical overview of the first 90 days of estate and trust administration, including fiduciary roles, key documents, assets, creditors, taxes, and family communication.
W2646 – AI, Confidentiality, UPL, and the Judgment Calls Nobody Teaches You
October 15, 2026
This session will explore common ethical challenges paralegals face, including client communication, confidentiality, AI use, scope of work, and professional responsibility.
W2642 – Do Not Slack on Preservation: A Playbook for Modern eDiscovery
October 20, 2026
Using a real-world case study, this session will explore practical strategies for preserving, reviewing, and producing Slack data and other modern ESI.
W2645 – Trauma-Informed Client Communication
November 2, 2026
This session will provide paralegals with guidance on recognizing trauma responses and using practical communication techniques to support trust, gather information, and maintain professional boundaries.
W2644 – Evidence Before Conclusions
November 13, 2026
This session will provide practical methods for evaluating evidence, verifying AI-generated leads, identifying unsupported conclusions, and documenting what the record truly proves.
2027 NALA CONFERENCE & EXPO
Save the Date for July 22-24 in Indian Wells, California
Mark your calendars for the 2027 NALA Conference & Expo in Indian Wells, California, from July 22–24! NALA’s conference is the ultimate opportunity for networking, expanding your knowledge, unlocking insights, and exploring valuable tools. You can earn CLE, attend a range of exclusive networking and socializing opportunities, and visit the Expo Hall to interact with vendors face-to-face. You will also receive a conference swag bag. https://nala.org/nala-conference-expo/
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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
