Membership
What are the three types of membership NALA offers?
Active, Associate & Sustaning, and Student
After I become certified, how and when do I renew my certification?
Certification is for a 5-year period. Within those 5 years, CPs are required to obtain 50 hours of CLE, 5 hours of which must be in Legal Ethics. There is a cap of 10 non-substantive hours per 5-year period. In the last month of the 5th year, CPs must submit a recertification form and pay a recertification fee.
How much does a 1-hour webinar cost?
$49 for members, $70 for non-members
$250 for a regular membership. $50 for a student affiliation.
Who is NALA's board president?
Cheryl Nodarse, ACP
How much does active membership cost? Are there any discounts?
Standard membership is $154. Members of affiliates get 25%, $115.50.
What are the two parts of the exam? Describe.
1. Knowledge Exam: multiple-choice exam based on Federal Law and Procedure
2. Skills Exam: written essay question
Attendees will need to log in to their NALA account and access their education portal. From there, they can print the certificate.
What is one step in becoming an affiliated association.
...to much to list here :)
What is NALA's Mission
Equipping paralegals for the challenges of the future through certification, professional development, and advocacy.
How do I become a member?
The application form can be mailed/emaild or applicants can join under the Membership page.
When are the exams given?
I signed up for an on-demand webinar. How long do I have to access the course?
One year from the date of purchase.
Discounted active and student NALA membership. CLE approval waiver fee. Waiver of the fee to post a CLE session on the website.
If I fail a portion of the exam, do I have to pay to retake the test?
Yes, there is a $150 retake fee plus the testing center fee.
What is the discount for an Affiliate student member?
Yes, conferene attendees who join during the conference get a 25% discount. They must sign up using the code 25For25.
How much does the exam cost?
Standard application fee: $375
NALA member: $325
NALA Student member: $150
Paralegal Student: $175
Testing Center Fees:
Knowledge Exam: $67
Skills Exam: $60
Remote Proctoring: $50
Which state has the most affiliated associations?
Texas
How many attempts does an applicant have to take each portion of the exam?
The applicant has up to 3 attempts to take the Knowledge/Skills exam. The applicant must wait 90 days between each attempt. If they do not pass withing that time period, they have to reapply for the exam.
What at least 3 key benefits of being a member?
$80 education voucher, active type only; subscription to Facts & Findings; comp U&C; select comp membership; discounted rates on e-learning materials, the CP book, CP exam, & CP practice exam; Affinity Discounts, & SimpleLaw access.
What are the categories an applicant can qualify under to take the exam? Briefly explain each category.
1. Paralegal Education
2. Bachelor's degree in any field + 1 year of paralegal experience or 15 semester hours of substantive legal coursework.
3. Paralegal Experience: High school diploma or GED, 5 years of experience working as a paralegal, & 20 hours of CLE within the past two years of application.
How do I become an ACP? Is there a cost?
The ACP credential is issued after a CP has completed an ACP course. Courses are $250 for members, $300 for nonmembers.
How many active affiliated associations are there?
64
What is the application process for the certification exam.
An applicant must complete an application form. Once approved, the cert team sends a notification letter. The applicant has 365 days from the approval date to take the Knowledge Exam. After they pass and are approved, they have an additional 365 days to take the Skills exam.