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 has a vote in setting 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. All members of RMPA receive automatic membership in NFPA*, which also provides many services and benefits to its members including close monitoring and reporting of ongoing legislation and case law affecting paralegals.

*RMPA is no longer affiliated with NFPA. Therefore automatic NFPA membership is not included in RMPA 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 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.