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Volume 14
Paralegals Rock!
Thank you for being a valued subscriber! Each issue of ParalegalGateway’s newsletter will have topics and links designed to assist you in your career, personal life and hopefully bring a smile. Since 2001, ParalegalGateway has been uplifting and encouraging Paralegals around the world. We are so happy to have you join us!
MUST READ
Paralegals In The News
An employment tribunal has rejected claims from a Paralegal that she was unfairly dismissed by her immigration firm for whistleblowing.
Ex-con, Paralegal and prison oversight advocate, John Fabricius on getting his second chance.
After announcing an increase of billable hours rom 1950 to 2000 in order to get full bonus, Perkins Coie lays off 5% of professional staff.
Paralegal says firm fired her for cancer recurrence - read the documents here.
In the age of AI and rising costs, NALP says Paralegals are more relevant than ever.
PARALEGAL PRODUCTS, SERVICES AND GIFTS
Court Watch
Have you ever wondered if there is a legal news site that covers all the most interesting federal court filings including search warrants, indictments and everthing in between? In addition to their weekly roundup of court records, they have also produced original reporting being the first to break incredibly interesting and cutting edge court cases. They have a wonderful newsletter that allows you to get these weekly updates sent directly to your inbox. Check them out today!
HR is lonely. It doesn’t have to be.
The best HR advice comes from those in the trenches. That’s what this is: real-world HR insights delivered in a newsletter from Hebba Youssef, a Chief People Officer who’s been there. Practical, real strategies with a dash of humor. Because HR shouldn’t be thankless—and you shouldn’t be alone in it.
PARALEGAL ESSENTIALS
The Legal Analyst: A Toolkit for Thinking about the Law
There are two kinds of knowledge law school teaches (that Paralegals should have the benefit of knowing): legal rules on the one hand, and tools for thinking about legal problems on the other. In The Legal Analyst, Ward Farnsworth brings together in one place all of the most powerful of those tools for thinking about law. Set yourself apart by learning these very valuable tools. A Must Have for Every Paralegal!
PARALEGAL SUPERSTAR
Stewart Snider
McAfee & Taft Paralegal Stewart Snider was honored as “Paralegal of the Year” by the Central Oklahoma Association of Legal Assistants as its 2025 attorney/paralegal recognition luncheon held at Vast in Devon Energy Center on June 13, 2025. “Stewart exemplifies the highest standard of professionalism, diligence, and integrity in the legal field. He is always there to lend a hand if needed and goes above and beyond what is expected.” Absolutely a Paralegal Superstar! Read more here.
ASSOCIATION NEWS
2025 AAfPE Fall Conference
The American Association for Paralegal Education (AAfPE) proudly presents its 2025 Fall Conference, set to take place in the vibrant city of Grand Rapids, Michigan. This premier annual event will bring together educator, legal professionals, and industry experts for a dynamic and engaging conference designed to advance paralegal education and strengthen the legal community. Read more here.
CAREER NEWS AND INSIGHTS
Five Questions to Ask Yourself If You’re Anxious About a Job Change
Are you considering a career change? It’s time to shack things up, do something more meaningful, or get yourself on a track to higher earning potential? Whatever your motivations, there are some very pragmatic things to stop and consider before taking the leap into a career change. Read more in the Advice section of ParalegalGateway’s career portal.
LINKS AND SPONSORS
Links We Like (And You Will Too!)
Our Sponsors help us to keep the lights on and continue to bring Paralegal related content to our readers. The list below is a mix of both sponsor links and interesting (and sometimes fun) links we’ve found on the internet. Please visit them and let them know you appreciate their support to the Paralegal profession.
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Are you a fan of scary movies? Founded in 2013, Screamer Wiki has the primary goal to index all “screamers” ever made.
Would you like to spend some time in the past? Check out Windows 93 and get ready to appreciate 2025.
If you enjoy jigsaw puzzles you will love this relaxing site - spend hours putting together fractal puzzles via That Michael Park github.
Looking for new music, this Song of the Week features a Paralegal lead singer who also enjoys putting together Paralegal newsletters.
Do you like to draw? Quick, Draw! is a fun site that allows you to draw and help a neural network learn to recognize doodling at the same time.
Google Workspace allows you to unlock the full power of AI in Gmail, Docs, Meet, Video Meetins, eSignature and more.
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