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Rights and Wrongs: A Constitution Day Conference at SF State

San Francisco State University has a proud tradition of sponsoring Constitution and Citizenship Day conferences, which provides opportunities to reflect critically on the past, present and future of constitutional rights, freedoms, citizenship, democracy, equality and justice.

Keynote Speakers

This year’s conference will feature two keynote speakers:

  • Khiara M. Bridges will present “Race and the Roberts Court: Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization.” Bridges, a Professor of Law at UC Berkeley School of Law, is a leading scholar of race, class, reproductive rights, and their intersections.
  • Rana Marie Jaleel will present “Academic Freedom and Diversity Complications.” Jaleel is an Associate Professor of Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies and Asian American Studies at UC Davis.

SFPA Paralegal Day 2024

Join San Francisco Paralegal Association (SFPA) for Paralegal Day. Mingle with paralegal professionals and learn from experts in the legal field. Breakfast pastries, coffee and lunch are included in the registration price.

Schedule

8:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.: Breakfast and Welcome
9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.: Opening remarks (and more coffee!)
9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.: How to be your own private investigator - Avi Klein
11 a.m. - Noon: AI and eDiscovery (Topic TBD)
Noon - 12:45 p.m.: Lunch
12:45 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.: Optional Tour, Socialize and Vendors
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.: Debbie Overstreet, President of NALA - The Paralegal Association - Topic TBD
2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.: Socialize and Vendors

Location

Mechanics' Institute
57 Post Street
San Francisco, CA 94104

Cost

Student Members: $15
Virtual Option: $5 ADD-ON ONLY, must also purchase ticket to event

Paralegal Studies Virtual Information Session - Summer 2024

Attend the Paralegal Studies virtual information session, and find out how our ABA-approved, 100% online program will prepare you for a career in legal services. You will learn about our comprehensive curriculum, faculty of legal experts and certificate requirements.

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Project Connect Networking Mixer

Get ready to upscale your networking game at the Project Connect Networking Mixer! We're pumped to have you join us for an unforgettable event packed with inspiration, connections, good vibes, and of course, great food!

Purpose of Joining: At the Project Connect Networking Mixer, you'll have the chance to supercharge your networking skills and connect with like-minded professionals and aspiring talents.Get the inside scoop!

Presenters: We're bringing together top-notch industry experts who are ready to drop knowledge bombs and share their experiences with you. Get ready to learn from the best!

Location: César Chávez Student Center, Rosas A-C in the Lower Conference Level

Agenda

1 - 2 p.m.: Panel Discussion
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.: Workshops (20 minute each)
3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.: Networking & Food

Paralegal Studies Virtual Information Session - Spring 2024

Attend the Paralegal Studies virtual information session and find out how our ABA-approved, 100% online program will prepare you for a career in legal services. You will learn about our comprehensive curriculum, faculty of legal experts and certificate requirements.

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Paralegal Studies: Apply for Fall by August 1

Start in Fall: Apply by August 1

Take the first step toward a rewarding career in the legal field, and apply to our ABA-approved program. Paralegal Studies offers an excellent legal faculty, rigorous curriculum and a vast professional network to prepare you for a successful career as a paralegal. All Paralegal Studies classes are taught online in the synchronous modality. You can begin your legal career in just one year.

Eligibility

To be admitted to the program, students are required to have a minimum of 60 semester or 90 quarter units of prior academic course credit. If you hold a baccalaureate degree, you're automatically eligible for admission.

ABA Family Law Paralegal E-Learning Symposium

The ABA's Family Law Paralegal E-Learning Symposium is back. This full-day virtual seminar is a unique offering for family law paralegals and support staff. The program is focused on elevating practical paralegal skills — you do not want to miss it!

Highlights:

  • Session 1: Hot Tips for the Family Law Paralegal
  • Session 2: Discovery: Techniques and Tools for Paralegals
  • Session 3: Understanding and Organizing the Marital & Nonmarital Estates
  • Session 4: Everyday Ethics for Paralegals

The content of this program has been certified for NALA continuing legal education accreditation hours (2.5 Substantive, 1.0 Non-Substantive, and 1.0 Legal ethics). The content of this program does not meet the requirements for attorney continuing legal education (CLE) accreditation.

    ABA Membership

    Membership in the ABA is free for paralegal students. Visit the Membership page and complete these steps (PDF) to join.

    Registration Fees

    • Family Law Section Member: $235
    • ABA Member: $265
    • Non-Member Registration: $295

    Registration is now open!

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