In either instance, we will want to monitor the activity. Paralegals will want to participate in the development of any action that affects their profession. Members of the committees and task forces studying and researching the paralegal profession have learned that paralegals can save considerable time and effort if they are permitted to participate on those committees and task forces. Both the local or state association and NFPA can provide information through a paralegal appointee who will assist the committee to accomplish its charge. A review of recent court, bar association, and legislative activities reveals that when paralegals are involved in assisting the entities responsible for actions that may affect our profession, we inform and educate the members about matters they may not have considered, and we have an impact on the outcome of decisions that affect us.
Paralegals have an impact.
Paralegals direct their future and lead their destiny. And anything else that involves paralegal roles or responsibilities about which you learn. We need your help to ensure that the future of the paralegal profession remains secure. We cannot be everywhere-although, through your help and membership in NFPA, we are everywhere. It is only with your help that we will continue to be the national voice for the paralegal profession.