The History of RMPA

A non-profit organization, Rocky Mountain Paralegal Association (“RMPA”) was established on October 2, 1973 as the Rocky Mountain Legal Assistants Association for the purpose of organizing and promoting the paralegal profession in the Rocky Mountain region. Representing and serving paralegals throughout Colorado, South Dakota, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming, RMPA is an integral part of the legal communities in these states.

Employed by law firms, government agencies, and various corporations, RMPA members also serve the legal community by volunteering time to pro bono programs, as speakers at seminars, teaching in paralegal programs, and serving on the boards of various educational institutions, corporations, and organizations. As a proud charter member of the National Federation of Paralegal Associations (“NFPA”), RMPA helped set the direction of the paralegal profession by participating in the oldest and largest paralegal association in the United States serving over 17,000 members nationwide.

RMPA is a proud member of NALA | The Paralegal Association, which also provides many services and benefits to its members including certification, continuing education, and close monitoring and reporting of ongoing legislation and case law affecting paralegals. RMPA members enjoy a discount on NALA membership. 

PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

• Serve as the leading voice of the paralegal profession in the Rocky Mountain region.

• Promote continuing legal education, training and support to paralegals through programs, specialty sections, seminars and other educational media.

• Encourage pro bono or community service involvement through RMPA or other non-profit organizations.

• Provide a forum for the exchange of diverse viewpoints on matters of professional interest.

• Encourage communication and collaboration with other paralegal associations and related organizations.

And so much more! To find out more please check out our Membership page.