History:
Rocky Mountain Paralegal Association (formerly Rocky Mountain
Legal Assistants Association) was formed on October 2, 1973, to organize and promote the paralegal profession in the Rocky Mountain area. RMPA has become a major part of the legal community.
Purpose and Objectives:
The purpose and objectives of the Rocky Mountain Paralegal Association ("RMPA"), a founding member of the National Federation of Paralegal Associations ("NFPA"), is to act as a forum for the interchange of ideas relative to the education, training and function of the paralegal; to promote the continuing legal education of paralegals and inform members of developments in the profession; to promote and expand the use of paralegals in all areas of law; and to engage in activities permitted under the Colorado Nonprofit Corporation Act which will promote the paralegal profession, except as prohibited in the Articles of Incorporation.
Benefits of Membership:
Monthly newsletter (Overview) —
Contains current topics of interest to the paralegal profession primarily focusing on the Colorado paralegal.
Monthly Membership Meetings —
Monthly luncheons featuring speakers on topics relevant
to the paralegal profession.
National Paralegal Reporter -
Quarterly magazine published by the NFPA which provides topics of interest to the paralegal profession. The focus is on national issues.
Job Bank —
Employers may post jobs and paralegals may request current job openings. At this time neither the employer or RMPA member paralegal is required to pay a fee for this service. Job openings are usually posted on short notice and most employers are looking to fill positions quickly. RMPA members may request notice of new job listings for a small fee to cover postage, printing, etc.
Professional Seminars —
Full day seminars and symposiums are given from time to time on issues affecting the
paralegal profession.
Section meetings –
Various speakers discuss topics of general interest to paralegal professionals.
National Federation of Paralegal Associations (NFPA) —
As a founding member of the NFPA, RMPA has a vote in setting the direction of the paralegal profession by participating in the oldest and largest paralegal association in the country (18,000 current members). Ongoing legislation and case law affecting paralegals is monitored.
NFPA Individual Membership: In addition to association participation and representation, an individual member may participate and attend NFPA seminars, training, meetings, and volunteer for NFPA committees and/or run for NFPA offices and board positions.
Credit Union –
Members America Credit Union through NFPA including no annual
fee VISA card. Insurance – Life, Health, Disability, Medical Insurance and Professional Liability Insurance, Scholarships, Credit Card Programs, and discounts in various items are available through the NFPA.
RMPA has a number of membership classifications. For
more information regarding membership dues please contact Brooke Silverthorn at brooke@harrrisfamilylaw.com.
Use the Membership Form
OR
Contact RMPA as follows:
Rocky Mountain Paralegal Association
PO Box 1138
Denver, CO 80201-1138
www.rockymtnparalegal.org
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