Paralegal Tea Time

Inside the NALA Conference & Expo: What to Expect with Cheryl Nodarse and Vinnie Finley

🎙️ Paralegal Tea Time Podcast – New Episode Alert! 🎙️ In this must-hear episode, we sit down with Cheryl Nodarse, ACP, President of NALA – The Paralegal Association, and Vanessa (Vinnie) Finley, MBA, CAE, CEO of NALA, to discuss everything you need to know about the upcoming NALA Conference & Expo. We got all the inside scoop on the conference, educational sessions, networking opportunities, special events, and why this year's conference is one you won't want to miss! About Our Guests Cheryl Nodarse, ACP is a seasoned paralegal with nearly 40 years of experience and currently serves as President of NALA. Throughout her 13+ years of volunteer leadership with the association, Cheryl has held numerous positions including Treasurer, Secretary, Vice President, and Area Director, while also serving as a frequent speaker and contributor to NALA's Facts & Findings magazine. Vanessa (Vinnie) Finley, MBA, CAE has served as CEO of NALA since 2019, leading the organization's strategic initiatives and daily operations for more than 15,000 members. She is dedicated to advancing the paralegal profession through certification, professional development, and advocacy, supporting NALA's mission to equip paralegals for the challenges of the future. Whether you're attending the conference for the first time or you're a returning attendee, this episode is packed with valuable insights, exciting updates, and behind-the-scenes information straight from NALA leadership. 🎧 Don't miss this episode! 📅 Register for the NALA Conference & Expo today: https://nala.org/nala-conference-expo/ #ParalegalTeaTime #NALA #NALAConference #ParalegalLife #CertifiedParalegal #LegalProfessionals #ParalegalEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #Networking #ParalegalCommunity

Inside the NJSBA Paralegal Committee: Leadership, Networking & Professional Growth

In this episode, we sit down with the Co-Chairs of the New Jersey State Bar Association (NJSBA) Paralegal Committee, Colson Derby III and Kimberly Lassen, to learn more about the committee's mission, activities, and the many benefits of becoming involved. Colson Derby III is a Senior Litigation Paralegal with Pellettieri Rabstein & Altman in Princeton, New Jersey. With more than 25 years of legal experience, he focuses on medical malpractice, products liability, and complex personal injury litigation. He currently serves as Co-Chair of the NJSBA Paralegal Committee. Kimberly Lassen is a paralegal with Pinilis Halpern LLP in Morristown, New Jersey. With more than 30 years of legal experience, she works in legal malpractice, commercial litigation, business disputes, and class action matters. She currently serves as Co-Chair of the NJSBA Paralegal Committee. During our conversation, Colson and Kim discuss the value of committee membership, including professional development opportunities, networking, leadership involvement, educational programming, and ways paralegals can become more engaged within the legal community. Interested in joining the NJSBA Paralegal Committee? Learn more and get involved here: https://njsba.com/njsba-paralegal-special-committee-seeks-new-members/

SEASON 4 PODCAST (FEATURING BLUEPRINT HELPDESK)

In this episode, we sit down with Sanjay Khosla, owner of Blueprint Helpdesk, along with his team member Akash Minocha, to discuss AI, Compliance and how their company is helping businesses streamline their technology, strengthen cybersecurity, and maintain efficient day-to-day operations. Blueprint Helpdesk is known for its reliable service and personalized approach, working closely with clients to deliver tailored IT solutions that keep systems running smoothly and securely. To learn more about Blueprint Helpdesk or to get in touch with their team, visit their website or contact them directly: 📧 Email: info@blueprinthelpdesk.com 🌐 Website: www.blueprinthelpdesk.com

SEASON 4 (PARALEGAL BRANDING FEATURING KELBY)

Kelby Ballena is an international law paralegal specialist with more than 25 years of experience helping legal teams operate at their best. He teaches, speaks, and mentors with one goal in mind: making complex ideas and emerging tools feel clear, practical, and empowering for lawyers, students, and paralegals alike. For any questions about paralegal branding, Kelby can be reached on Linked In.

SEASON 4 PODCAST FEATURING JENN THE YOGA LAWYER

Jennifer Mohamed, Esq. is the founder of the Law Office of Jennifer Mohamed LLC and a seasoned attorney whose work spans business, employment, and environmental law. She is also known as Jen the Yoga Lawyer and serves as the Member Benefit Lawyer to the American Yoga Council, where she supports the yoga industry with practical legal guidance informed by her background in both law and yoga. She can be reached at https://jennifermohamedlaw.com/ and https://jentheyogalawyer.com/