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LEGAL STAFF PROFESSIONALS OF
(LSPG)
GREENVILLE
PRESIDENT’S LETTER:
September 2013
past. These events are essential to our association both
financially and in building relationships with the Court and the
Bar. Thanks for all the hard work ladies!
Our Membership and Marketing focus will also take place in
October. In LSPG, there really is a FREE LUNCH! Every
member should invite a potential member to the October meeting,
which will feature Family Court Judge Rochelle Conits. Your
invitee's lunch will be paid for by LSPG (one guest per member
please), and we will have goodies for them to take back also. It's
a great time to treat a friend to a free lunch who might like to
find out what we are all about. If you don't have another legal
assistant to invite, think outside the box to your legal providers,
court reporters, office administrators, accounting department
personnel, etc. And some members may have a surprise coming
to them, so you all need to be at this meeting!
In November, Buddy Burgess, private investigator and former
law enforcement officer, will speak about safety, prevention, and
self-defense. Just in time for those things we need to remember
Autumn Reflections - Every year when fall arrives, I think to as we go about our Christmas shopping adventures. No one
myself that it is my favorite season. Every leaf becomes a work wants to see their homes ransacked by thieves or their loved ones
of art, in its own special color. And it brings so many other good traumatized by attackers. Mr. Burgess has extensive experience
things into our lives as well. Even though we all enjoy the laid in law enforcement, and I know he will have plenty of tales to tell
back feel of summer, by its end most of us are ready for a change as well as valuable information to share.
– cooler weather, no humidity, rides in the mountains. I am also
ready for the exciting things LSPG has coming up this fall season. Mark your calendars for these additional important events:
ALS/PLS/PP Exams 9/28
Our September meeting will feature financial information from
NALS 62nd Annual Education Conference/National
Bryan Neill of Palmetto Bank. We can all use this information as Forum (Atlanta, GA) Oct. 18-20
we plan for the changes in health care and trends in the job
market. Also, if you have aging parents, children/grandchildren Please remember that this is YOUR association. All members are
in or headed for college, or are thinking of retiring someday, there encouraged to attend the Board meetings held on the first
are a lot of things we should know now in planning for those Wednesday of each month at 12:30 at City Hall.
major events.
Thank you for the opportunity to serve LSPG as your President.
Then, in October we will start off with an extra helping of Happy Autumn!
Probate Court. It is quite an honor to have our Probate Court
Judge trust our group to help in presenting the information
affecting Probate Court that was recently passed by the state
legislature. Chairman Jimi Bullard and her Probate Committee
have worked diligently with the Probate Court staff to pull this Deborah Reynolds, Certified PP, PLS
informational seminar together. As a result, we have an 2013-2014 LSPG President
opportunity for an additional seminar after the first of the year,
which will follow the pattern of the seminars we have done in the
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Upcoming General Meeting Schedule
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Poinsett Club, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Speaker: Bryan Neall, Palmetto Bank
Topic:
Financial Information
Cost is $15 inclusive
Thanks to these members for donating
the monthly raffle prize!
September – Deb Reynolds
October – JoAnne Gregory
November – Jimi Bullard
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
Poinsett Club, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Speaker: The Honorable Rochelle Y. Conits
Topic:
Family Court
Cost is $15 inclusive
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
Poinsett Club, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Speaker: Buddy Burgess, PI
Topic:
Safety, Prevention, and Self Defense
Cost is $15 inclusive
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Myra Culbertson is our reservations contact. She will be emailing the menu choices the week before each
meeting, and reservations are due no later than 10 a.m. on the Monday of our meeting week. PLEASE
NOTE: Cancellations received after this time will be billed to you (as the restaurant still charges LSPG).
Welcome new members
Meet Beth Looper!!
Beth received her paralegal certificate from the University of South Carolina in May 2012. She has worked at Nexsen
Pruet in the Intellectual Property Department for 2 years covering mainly foreign Intellectual Property before moving to
the Nelson Mullins Riley Scarborough Intellectual Property Department in November 2012. She lives in Easley SC with
her husband, eight rescue dogs(mainly Mini Schnauzers) and two Tennessee Walking horses. Her heart lies with animal
rescue and Tennessee Walking Horses.
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
President’s Letter
Upcoming General Meeting Schedule, Raffle Donors & Welcome New Members
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Community Projects
Happy Birthday – NALS Anniversary
LSPG 2012-2013 Officers and Committees; Committee Contacts
Calendar at a Glance
Article: “Got Ethics” USED BY PERMISSION OF THE INSTITUTE OF PARALEGAL EDUCATION
PROBATE Seminar Registration Form
September 2013
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LSPG is excited to partner with Serenity Place for our 2013 Charity! Serenity Place is a
residential treatment center for pregnant women, young mothers and their preschool-age
children. Each year, about 120 mothers and children find hope, healing and transformation
in the program, with each family living on-site for four to six months. Up to 48 women and
children are in treatment at Serenity Place at any given time.
When a young mother and her children enter Serenity Place, the family has already been
down a long and dangerous road. The mother is struggling with addiction, and without
help, she is just about to lose her children to the foster care system...possibly forever. She's
also likely to be escaping from sexual abuse. For every five young mothers that come to
Serenity Place, four have been sexually abused, and this abuse often plays a role in the
onset of the mother's addiction.
The children have suffered through no fault of their own, and often come to us traumatized
and confused. Their daily lives have veered from chaos to deadening neglect, without rhyme
or reason. They are often delayed on several developmental levels and emotionally unable
to connect. Without help, they will be unprepared for any kind of classroom environment.
Serenity Place provides an outstanding clinical program with a staff that works 24/7
towards three objectives for all client families: healing the mother's addiction, accelerate the
child's development, and building long term skills for family strength and self sufficiency.
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SERENITY PLACE
WISH LIST
All items are for women and their preschool children, newborn to age 6.
 Baby supplies (diapers, baby wipes, diaper rash cream, bottles, bottle washing baskets, baby
lotion, baby powder, pacifiers, blankets, baby food, etc.)
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Women’s socks, bras, and underwear (new, please)
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New towels and wash cloths
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Toiletries (Shampoo, conditioner, soap, shower gel, toothbrushes, tooth paste, hair brushes,
tampons, pads, deodorant, lotion, shaving cream, razors, etc.)
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Toys for ages birth through six years (new or gently used)
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Bouncy seats (new or gently used)
Art supplies
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School supplies (binders, notebooks, paper, pens, etc.)
Gently used furniture (on an as-needed basis; please inquire first)
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Twin bedsheets (new)
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Twin comforters (new)
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Twin mattress covers (new)
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Pillows (new)
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Crib sheets (new)
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Car seats (new or gently used)
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Strollers (new or gently used)
The Academy Wish List
All items are for teenage boys, ages 13 – 17.
 Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothbrushes and tooth paste, deodorant, shaving cream
and razors)
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Tissues
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Medical supplies (Band-Aids, antibiotic cream, Pepto-Bismol, cough drops)
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Pants, shorts (sizes 32-42)
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Dress shirts
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Shoes
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Undershirts
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Underwear
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Socks
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Jackets
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School supplies for boys age 13 - 17
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Art supplies of all kinds, but especially yarn, beads
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Musical instruments (left handed guitars, amp)
Books
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Movies on DVD (rated G through PG-13)
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Sports equipment (basketballs, footballs, softball gloves, bats, etc.)
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Gardening tools (shovels, gloves, hoes, etc.)
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Postage Stamps for letters to home
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Batteries (common household sizes)
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Working computers (five years old or less, please)
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DVD / VCR player
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Dog supplies (food, beds, treats, toys, etc.)
SEPTEMBER
09/3 – Martha Crampton
09/7 – Yvonne Fortner
09/13 – Dee Dee Callison
09/13 – Kaitlin Steckiel
09/25 – Deb Reynolds
OCTOBER
10/15 – Patti Bacon
10/21 – Jimi Bullard
10/28 – Ann Marie Minerva
SEPTEMBER
None
OCTOBER
10/18 – Martha Crampton
10/20 – Clarissa Scott
10/25 – Cathy Boggs
NOVEMBER
11/09 – Ann Marie Minerva
11/16 – Vickie Halstead
11/22 – Dee Dee Callison
NOVEMBER
11/15 – Margaret Campbell
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ANN P. ARMSTRONG
Ann P. Armstrong was a charter member of LSPG. Would you like to honor a friend with
a donation to the Ann P. Armstrong, PLS Scholarship? Or, maybe you would like to
make a donation in someone’s memory? Please do so and we will print your
honorarium in our next issue of LINKS.
I thank my God in all my remembrance of you. Philippians 1:3
LEGAL STAFF PROFESSIONALS OF GREENVILLE
2013-2014 OFFICERS
PRESIDENT
Debbie (Deb) Reynolds, PP, PLS
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough
104 S. Main Street, Suite 900
Greenville, SC 29601
Phone: (864)250-2251
Fax: (864)250-2377
E-mail: Debbie.Reynolds@nelsonmullins.com
PRESIDENT-ELECT
A. Yvonne Fortner, PP, PLS
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice
550 S. Main Street, Suite 400
Greenville, SC 29601
Phone: (864) 239-5950
Fax: (864) 255-5440
E-mail: yfortner@wcsr.com
VICE PRESIDENT MEMBERSHIP
Dee Dee Callison
Evelyn M. Angeletti, Attorney at Law
512 Pettigru Street
Greenville, SC 29601
Phone: (864)271-1389
Cell: (864)325-1459
E-mail: mdjcall@gmail.com
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SECRETARY
Vickie Halstead
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough
104 S. Main Street, Suite 900
Greenville, SC 29601-2711
E-mail:Vickie.Halstead@nelsonmullins.com
TREASURER
Tara Prevatte, PP, PLS
Greene Law Firm, PA
11 McGee Street
Greenville, SC 29601
Phone: (864) 271-7940
Fax: (864) 370-3413
Cell: (864) 350-0937
E-mail: tara@davidgreeneattorney.com
LEGAL STAFF PROFESSIONALS OF GREENVILLE
2013-2014 COMMITTEE CONTACTS
Ann P. Armstrong Scholarship
Myra Culbertson
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice
Office: 864.239.5959
E-mail: mculbertson@wcsr.com
Audit/Financial Review
Jimi L. Bullard, ALS
Office: (864) 233-8888
E-mail: jimilbullard@gmail.com
Award of Excellence
Camilla G. Pitman, PLS
City of Greenville
Office: (864) 467-4431
Email: cpitman@greenvillesc.gov
Certification & Legal Education
A. Yvonne Fortner, PP, PLS
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice
Office: (864) 239-5950
E-mail: yfortner@wcsr.com
Chaplain
Martha Crampton
Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A.
Office: (864)241-7005
Email: mcrampton@gwblawfirm.com
Chapter Advisor/Imm. Past Pres.
Patti Bacon
Court Reporter
Home/Office: (864) 675-5766
E-mail: mandpbacon@charter.net
Community Projects
Debbie Stout – Chair
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice
Office: (864)255-5400
September 2013
Email: dstout@wcsr.com
Community Project Committee:
JoAnne Gregory
County of Greenville
Office: (864)467-7111
Email: jogregory@greenvillecounty.org
LINKS Editor
Dee Dee Callison
Evelyn M. Angeletti, Attorney at Law
Office: (864)271-1389
E-mail: mdjcall@gmail.com
Marketing/Publicity
Michelle Dender
Snelling Staffing Services
Office: (864)234-2500
Email: michelled@snelling-search.com
Camilla G. Pitman, PLS
City of Greenville
Office: (864) 467-4431
Email: cpitman@greenvillesc.gov
Coupon Books
Membership
Cathy Boggs
Godshall Staffing
Office: (864)242-3492
Email: cathy@godshall.com
Dee Dee Callison
Evelyn M. Angeletti, Attorney at Law
Office: (864)271-1389
Cell: (864)325-1459
E-mail: mdjcall@gmail.com
Employment
JoAnne Gregory
County of Greenville
Office: (864)467-7111
Email: jogregory@greenvillecounty.org
Finance/Raffle/Chinese Auction
Tara Prevatte, PP, PLS
Greene Law Firm, PA
Office: (864) 271-7940
E-mail: tara@davidgreeneattorney.com
Greeter & Sunshine
Debbie Stout
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice
Office: (864)255-5400
Email: dstout@wcsr.com
Michelle Dender
Snelling Staffing Services
Email: michelled@snell-search.com
Office: (864)234-2500
Nominations/Parliamentarian
Patti Bacon
Court Reporter
Office/Home: (864) 675-5766
Cell: (864) 430-0173
E-mail: mandpbacon@charter.net
Probate Seminar
Jimi L. Bullard, ALS
Probate CLE Chair
Office: (864) 233-8888
E-mail: jimilbullard@gmail.com
Probate Committee:
Dee Dee Callison
Myra Culbertson
Vickie Halstead
Reservations
Myra Culbertson
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice
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Office: 864.239.5959
E-mail: mculbertson@wcsr.com
Technology/Website
A. Yvonne Fortner, PP, PLS
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice
Phone: (864) 239-5950
E-mail: yfortner@wcsr.com
Speakers
Katie M. Johnson
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough
Office: (864) 250.2267
E-mail: Katie.johnson@nelsonmullins.com
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Board Meeting, City Hall, 1st Floor, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
LINKS deadline
General Membership Meeting, Poinsett Club, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
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ALP/PLS/PP Exams
Board Meeting
Probate Seminar
App for ALP Dec exam due
General Membership Meeting, Poinsett Club, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
– Court Observance Week
NALS Annual Educational Conference
TBA
1
Board Meeting
Early Registration NALS Professional Development
Conference Due
4
General Membership Meeting, Poinsett Club, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
-7 NALS ALP Exam (National)
LOOKING AHEAD…..
October
4 – Probate Seminar
17-20 NALS 62nd Education Conference &
National Forum: Atlanta Marriott Century Center
2000 Century Boulevard NE, Atlanta, GA 30345
(404)325-0000
Rate: $99 for singles and doubles
Please visit our website at www.lspg.org.
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Paralegals not likely to “disappear.”
The topic of the “disappearing” paralegal is in the news a lot these days. It is a topic discussed on the
American Association for Paralegal Education listserv with the goal of adjusting paralegal education to
make sure that the paralegal profession remains not only viable, but flourishes. One of the best comments
I have read so far on the topic though comes from Vicki Voison, the “Paralegal Mentor.” I often refer to
Vicki and comment on things she writes here, but this time I’m going beyond referring and commenting,
to re-posting her entire piece:
Will Paralegals Disappear? The Paralegal Mentor Says
“No”!
by Paralegal Mentor
Recent headlines on the Internet have been alarming:
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Paralegal Jobs are Vanishing….
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Rise of Technology Causing Paralegal Jobs to Disappear?
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Recession, tech killing middle-class jobs…
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Paralegal jobs being overtaken by technology…
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As technology evolves, jobs disappear…
Instead of allowing these dire, attention-grabbing headlines to create a
profession-wide panic, let’s give some common sense thought to these
predictions.
Background Information:
As recently as 2010 the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, predicted there will be
an 18% growth rate in paralegal jobs through 2020 and that this is one of the fastest growing professions.
In contradiction to that, The Associated Press released a report in January 2013 stating that 5 years after
the start of the Great Recession, millions of middle-class jobs have been lost world-wide and will never
return. Additionally, millions more are likely to vanish.
Further, the report states that, “Year after year, software that runs computers and an array of other
machines and devices become more sophisticated and powerful and capable of doing more efficiently
tasks that humans have always done.” The analysis refers to jobs that are routine and repetitive in the
service sector and examples used are paralegals, meter readers and travel agents.
In August 2012, The ABA’s House of Delegates approved updates to the Model Rules of Professional
Conduct to acknowledge that information is stored digitally as well as in paper files, clients communicate
electronically as well as by phone calls, and email isn’t the only method of electronic communications.
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New commentary language added to Rule 1.1 (the duty to provide competent representation) requires
lawyers to keep abreast of the benefits and risks associated with technology, according to new
commentary language added to Rule 1.1 on the duty to provide competent representation.
It is insulting that the work of a paralegal would be classified as a “routine and repetitive” job,
similar to those of a meter reader. The American Bar Association defines paralegals as performing
specifically delegated substantive legal work for which a lawyer is responsible. Working as a paralegal is
not just a job, but a career. It’s doubtful meter reading can be considered a career.
The reality:
Paralegal jobs will not be obliterated by technology. Instead, technology will change paralegal jobs, as
well as paralegal responsibilities and skill requirements. But what’s new?
From the time this profession emerged in the 1970’s, paralegals have had to deal with change. The
unwritten rule has always been that you either kept up or you were out of a job.
From the manual typewriter to the good old Selectric to today’s desk tops, iPads, laptops, and smart
phones, paralegals have accepted new challenges and met expectations. Often it is the paralegal who
introduces the new technology to their employers and then trains the staff to use it.
One more thing: the legal field will always require the human touch. Software cannot soothe clients,
decide what must be done, or run by itself. Software cannot deal with court staff. Software cannot be
relied upon to be correct. A good example is your spell check! The training and expertise of the paralegal,
as well as the ability to deal with people, will always be needed.
What should you do?
Don’t be frightened by these headlines. Instead, do what you have been told to do over and over again:
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Observe trends in the industry. If business is slow in your focus area, take necessary steps ensure you
will have a job, perhaps in another specialty area.
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Never stop learning; take advantage of CLE opportunities.
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Pursue professional certification.
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Become an expert in your focus area. This will require work on your part which might include
pursuing advanced certification, returning to college, and keeping up with new rules and case law.
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Be the one establishing systems and routines that will help your employer.
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Watch for new technology, adopt it, and learn it. Never — ever — refuse to use it.
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Prepare a great resume and keep it up to date.
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Use social media. It’s here to stay, folks, and it’s a great networking tool, as well as an excellent way to
learn about new trends, technology and tools.
The bottom line? Remember that headlines are designed to grab your attention. Lately, they have caused
paralegals to fear for their future.
Don’t fall for this! Instead, study and interpret the materials yourself so that you can make wise decisions.
Then follow the steps above so your career will continue to move in the right direction: forward.
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© 2013 Vicki Voisin, Inc. Do you want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or Web site? You can,
so long as you include this entire blurb with it:
Vicki Voisin, “The Paralegal Mentor”, delivers simple strategies for paralegals and other professionals to
create success and satisfaction by setting goals and determining the direction they will take their careers.
Vicki spotlights resources, organizational tips, ethics issues, and other areas of continuing education to
help paralegals and others reach their full potential. She is the co-author of The Professional Paralegal: A
Guide to Finding a Job and Career Success. Vicki publishes Paralegal Strategies, a weekly e-newsletter
for paralegals, and hosts The Paralegal Voice, a monthly podcast produced by Legal Talk Network.
More information is available at www.paralegalmentor.com where subscribers receive Vicki’s 151 Tips
for Your Career Success.
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Let’s not forget to fill out the member Chapter Outreach Form
Here’s the link:
http://www.lspsc.org/MemberChapter_Outreach_Program.pdf
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LEGISLATIVE UPDATE - PROBATE COURT OVERVIEW
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2013
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Registration starts at 8:00 a.m.)
Continental Breakfast @ Registration and Break sponsored by LEGAL EAGLE
WHO SHOULD ATTEND THIS SEMINAR?
This year our annual CLE will be a presentation by Professor Alan Medlin on the Probate Code revisions which will
take effect January 1. This seminar is an overview of the newly enacted Probate Code for the Greenville County Probate Court
and provides you with an opportunity to hear Professor Medlin and interact with the staff of the Probate Court. This event is
co-sponsored by The Greenville County Bar, The Legal Staff Professionals of Greenville and Greenville County Probate Court.
The sponsors encourage attendance by any attorney, paralegal, legal assistant, legal secretary, and all other support staff who
handle Probate Court cases or related professionals who want to be knowledgeable about the new changes in the probate code
that have been enacted and expand their knowledge of court procedures being implemented by the Court.
We have reserved County Council Chambers, which has a capacity of about 200. A good attendance is anticipated,
including attorneys from adjoining counties. The Greenville County Bar, with the local chapter of the Legal Staff
Professionals and the Probate Court are sponsoring this event.
Should you have questions please call Elizabeth Lauer Robison, Probate Court Public Relations at
erobison@greenvillecounty.org , 864-467-7182. Elizabeth and Jimi Bullard of the Legal Staff Professionals will be
coordinating this event. (Please see Jimi Bullard’s contact information below.)
Again, please save the date of October 4 from 8:30 to 12:30 for Professor Alan Medlin–and mail your registration
today! Another ½ day CLE is planned for February 7, 2014 to review all new and revised probate forms.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM AND SPEAKERS
The seminar will be held on Friday, October 4, 2013, in the Greenville County Council Chambers, 301 University
Ridge, Greenville, South Carolina. Registration will be from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., and the seminar will begin promptly at
8:30 a.m. and end at approximately 12:30 p.m. Lunch will be provided.
The Honorable Debora A. Faulkner, Probate Court Judge, Greenville County, will introduce our speaker, Professor
Alan Medlin and members of her staff from the Greenville County Probate Court. Each attendee will receive a notebook
covering the material presented (available in notebook style or on CD).
This is one Probate Seminar you will not want to miss, featuring Professor Alan Medlin, Judge Debora Faulkner and
the Probate Court staff ready to answer questions you may have regarding procedures or rules pertaining to your dealings with
Probate Court, as well as the new updates approved by the legislature. This will be an invaluable insight into the Probate Court
system in Greenville County.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
(CLE CREDIT Pending: 3.5 hours)
Name:
Firm/Employer:
Address:
Phone/E-mail:
SC Bar No. (if an attorney):
REGISTRATION: w/Notebook only ($45) _______; w/CD only ($45) _______; w/Notebook & CD
($55)_________
Cancellations made after September 27, 2013, will receive a refund less a $25.00 service fee.
Please return this registration form with your check payable to LSPG to:
Jimi Bullard, ALS – 2013 Probate CLE Chair
Legal Staff Professionals of Greenville
602 Cannon Circle, Greenville, SC 29607
(864) 430-7027 (864)233-8888
jimilbullard@gmail.com or jimi@theclardylawfirm.com
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CHARITY SALE
supporting LSPG
Saturday, November 8
6 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Four hours of special savings to benefit Legal Staff Professionals of Greenville and other area charities
and schools. Purchase a $5 off ticket for your first regular, sale or clearance purchase, including cosmetics
and fragrances, and receive $5 off of your purchase. Tickets may be used at any Belk store. Purchase
more than one ticket to use on the day of the sale or to give neighbors, friends, and family.
Belk card holders can participate in the pre-sale activities prior to November 9.
In short, donate $5 to LSPG by purchasing a ticket from any LSPG member and receive $5 off on your
purchase! It’s a win-win event!
For more information and to purchase tickets, contact Camilla Pitman at cpitman@greenvillesc.gov or at
467-4431.
PLEASE RETURN TICKETS AND FLYERS TO LAUREN VANCE AFTER THE MEETING –
TENTH FLOOR, CITY HALL
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NALS AFFINITY PROVIDERS
Through outside sources NALS is able to bring members many services that otherwise might be substantially
more expensive.
Current NALS Affinity Providers
 Aflac
NALS is making Aflac’s accident, cancer/specified-disease, and dental insurance policies available to its
members. For more information visit www.aflac.com/nals/.
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Avis Car Rental
We are pleased to announce that Avis is now a supplier of rental car services for members of NALS. For
personal and/or business rentals when making a reservation, use Avis Worldwide Discount number
(AWD) S018600.
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FedEx
By participating in the FedEx® Advantage Program, NALS members are eligible for the following
discounts:
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o Up to 16% off select FedEx Express U.S. shipping
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o Up to 12% off select FedEx Ground shipping
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o Up to 20% off select FedEx Office services
There are two ways for NALS members to enroll in the Advantage Program — apply online using
passcode MW2LGZ and your NALS membership number or call a FedEx Advantage enrollment
specialist at 1.800.345.6227 and provide passcode MW2LGZ and your NALS membership number to
enroll over the phone.
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Hertz Car Rental
Take advantage of special discounts available through your organization’s Hertz Member Savings
program. Your Association Hertz CDP# 1485573 is the key. Be sure to include it on all your
reservations and be sure to present your membership card or Hertz discount card for identification at the
time of rental. Visit Hertz.com or call Hertz at 1-800-654-2210.
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Liberty Mutual
Special Offer on Auto and Home Insurance
As an NALS member, you could receive exclusive savings on Liberty Mutual Auto and Home Insurance.
You may visit a local office or call 1-800-524-9400 and mention client #4606.
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UPS
UPS is the newest partner with NALS and now offers NALS members a discount of up to 26%. For
complete details or to let other members know how to sign up, visit http://www.savewithups.com/nals/ or
call (800) 325-7000. Use promo code WES403 to enroll.
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Calling All Students . . .
Did you know that effective immediately, NALS will be offering a one-year FREE membership to
students of approved legal studies and paralegal studies programs who have registered to take the ALS or
PP certification exam? In an effort to recruit new members, NALS has changed its eligibility
requirements to sit for the PP exam. Students of an approved paralegal studies program who are nearing
graduation will now be eligible to sit for the PP exam, provided their instructor signs off on a graduation
a package of affidavit.
Become the next member to take the certification challenge.
NALS Certification http://www.nals.org/?page_id=55
Current South Carolina Certifications
ALP
PLS
PP
Other Certifications
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2
30
11
5
FYI: There is now a charge for Online Training. You can purchase a package of classes.
Information has been posted on the website and in the NALS docket.
NALS CODE OF ETHICS
Members of NALS are bound by the objectives of this association and the standards of
conduct required of the legal profession. Every member shall:
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Encourage respect for the law and the administration of justice;
Observe rules governing privileged communications and confidential information;
Promote and exemplify high standards of loyalty, cooperation, and courtesy;
Perform all duties of the profession with integrity and competence; and
Pursue a high order of professional attainment.
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How are you promoting your local chapter?
Write an article for a publication?
Attend a local chapter meeting?
Attend a LSPSC meeting?
Attend a NALS meeting?
Tell anyone about local/state/NALS today?
Invite someone to your local/state/NALS meeting?
Marketing is the activity, set of institutions, and processes for creating, communicating,
delivering, and exchanging offerings that have value for customers, clients, partners, and
society at large. What better way to value your profession – promote !
If you have a great idea for promoting that has worked for you and your chapter, pass it along
to Marketing Chairman Camilla Pitman at cpitman@greenvillesc.gov.
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Editor: Dee Dee Callison
Evelyn M. Angeletti, Attorney at Law
512 Pettigru Street, Greenville, SC 29601
Phone: 864-325-1459  mdjcall@gmail.com
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