NYC Paralegals Sharpening Their Skills in Recovering Economy
The New York City Paralegal Association (NYCPA) Presented the First NYCPA Legal Writing and Analysis Seminar at the CUNY Graduate Center
New York, NY (PRWEB) August 23, 2010
With near perfect attendance and a newly elected executive board, the New York City Paralegal Association, Inc. (NYCPA) commenced its first NYCPA Legal Writing and Analysis Seminar in Midtown Manhattan. Attended by practicing paralegals and paralegal students from across the New York City area, the NYPCA Legal Writing and Analysis Seminar included four hours of specialized training, networking and 3.5 hrs of CLE credits recognized by the National Federation of Paralegal Associations (NFPA).
The highlight of the seminar was the comprehensive instruction provided by Cicely Barber, Esq., a paralegal instructor at Emory University, and owner of Litigation Training Solutions, LLC. Members and non-members who attended the workshop were provided opportunities to practice their legal writing skills and to analyze relevant legal cases selected for the workshop. As event Chair and NYCPA Vice-President, Cynthia Bynum stated, "NYCPA is committed to offering quality continuing legal education. Ms. Barber's seminar gave members an opportunity to polish the paralegal essential skills of legal analysis and legal writing"
According to the U. S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, "Despite projected much faster than average [paralegal] employment growth, competition for jobs is expected to continue as many people seek to go into this profession; experienced, formally trained paralegals should have the best employment opportunities." The NYCPA acknowledges the need for professional development through educational opportunities by offering CLE credits for those members who are looking to maintain their professional credentials. As event Chair and NYCPA President, Mariana Fradman added "Being one of the organizers of the seminar, I knew that it would be a good refresher course for experienced paralegals and as well as for legal studies students enrolled in paralegal study programs. However, the reality exceeded my expectations. Cicely's expertise was obvious while she engaged all of the attendees and her presentation materials will serve as a great reference tool in the workplace."
The NYCPA is dedicated to providing professional development opportunities for paralegals to promote excellence in the paralegal profession and to build a strong and diverse paralegal workforce.
For more information about the NYCPA please visit www. nyc-pa. org or contact Mariana Fradman, President at president@nyc-pa. org, or by phone at (347) 586-9272.
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