Los Angeles Paralegal Association upcoming events

Prompting with Purpose: A Toolkit for Transactional Legal Practice (MCLE) (July 20, 2026)

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Prompting with Purpose:
A Toolkit for Transactional Legal Practice (MCLE).

The quality of your AI output depends entirely on the quality of your instruction, and that is a skill set. This session reframes prompting as structured delegation, arming attendees with nine offensive prompt types purpose-built for transactional legal work and effective defensive prompting tools to protect every output. Attendees will develop practical competency in prompt construction, AI output validation, and workflow integration across core transactional tasks including contract review, negotiation support, and deal summary preparation. Register now!

Presented by:
Ashley Jones, Esq.
LinkSquares

Monday, July 20, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Online via Zoom

LAPA Members - $10.00
Non-Members - $25.00

Ashley Jones is Commercial Counsel at LinkSquares, a Boston-based contract lifecycle management software company, where she focuses on contract drafting, negotiation, and legal operations. Admitted to the Connecticut Bar with more than five years of experience spanning the non-profit sector, in-house counsel roles, and founder-led companies, Ashley brings a cross-functional perspective to efficiency-driven process development at the intersection of law and technology.

Paralegal Day Casino Night Party (August 06, 2026)

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Paralegal Day
Casino Night Party

Rebuys are encouraged and allowed as we are
raising money for our charity, Project Hope.

First Legal will be on site with light refreshments, drinks and gift card prizes!

Thursday, August 6, 2026
6:00pm - 9:00pm

801 S. Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90017

Leveraging Technology: Exploring the New and the Noteworthy in Law Practice Innovation (MCLE) (August 17, 2026)

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Leveraging Technology: Exploring the New and the Noteworthy in Law Practice Innovation

This CLE session explores the latest technologies transforming the legal profession, from established productivity tools to emerging AI-powered solutions. Attendees will discover practical innovations that improve efficiency, strengthen client service, streamline legal workflows, and enhance collaboration. Whether you're looking to modernize your practice or stay ahead of industry trends, this session provides an overview of the new and noteworthy technologies shaping the future of law practice.

Presented by:
Douglas Lusk, J.D.
National Society for Legal Technology

Monday, August 17, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Online via Zoom

Douglas Lusk, J.D. Doug is the founder and CEO of National Society for Legal Technology (NSLT). Doug has authored multiple textbooks and is a nationally recognized expert in the field of legal technology education. The NSLT is used as classroom curriculum in over 320 universities and colleges in the U.S. and Canada and have individual members in 11 countries around the world. After receiving his Juris Doctorate from the University of Laverne College of Law, Doug accepted his first Adjunct Professor position at Fullerton College. Never one to turn down a great opportunity, Doug also accepted Adjunct positions at Mt. San Antonio College, Daemen University, Salt Lake Community College, and Pasadena City College. Doug also serves on the Technology Advisory Group for the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). CIO Views magazine honored Doug on the cover of their October 2022 edition and listed him in their “Top 10 Most Inspiring People In Legal Services, 2022.” Doug was presented the “Outstanding Leadership Award” at the 2022 Law2.0 conference in recognition for his contributions to the field of law.

Your Home is Spying on You: A Look at Internet of Things Forensics (MCLE) (September 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Your Home is Spying on You:
A Look at Internet of Things Forensics

Presented by:
Tom Plunkett
ArcherHall

Thursday, September 10, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Online via Zoom

Thomas Plunkett is Managing Director of Digital Forensics & eDiscovery at ArcherHall. He is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and EnCase Certified Forensic Examiner (EnCE) with over 20 years of experience in digital forensics, cybersecurity, and counterintelligence. He holds a master’s degree in Information Systems and is an adjunct professor, teaching cybersecurity and digital forensics topics at the University of San Diego. Tom has led investigations involving data breaches, computer hacking, theft of intellectual property, and foreign intelligence operations. His clients have included all levels of government, law firms, casinos, medical device manufacturers, hospitals, technology companies and celebrities.

LAPA's 50th Annual October Conference (October 17, 2026)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Early Bird Pricing - May 1st to June 13th!
LAPA Member: $125.00

LAPA Student Member: $100.00
Non-Member: $150.00

Regular Registration - June 14 to October 9th

LAPA Member: $145.00 (10/10-10/17 $155)

LAPA Student Member: $125.00 (10/10-10/17 $135)
Non-Member: $175.00 (10/10-10/17 $200)

Not a Member? Join Now and Enjoy Member Rates

Group Rate (students or paralegals): Purchase 5 or more Registrations and get $10 OFF each Registration.
Discounts and/or Group Rates cannot be combined and payments must be made with a single company or school check or credit card.

AGENDA

8:00 - 8:30 Continental Breakfast / Exhibitor Meet & Greet

8:30 – 8:45 Good morning and welcome guests!

Charity of Choice: CASA Los Angeles

8:45 – 9:45 General Session (Ethics + AI)

Bianca Falcon, Esq. and Jonathan Dang

10:00 – 11:00 Morning Break-out Sessions

● Legal Writing - Suzanna R. Harman, Esq.

● General Law (Responsible Client Representation) – Antoinette Naddour, Esq.
● Litigation - Appellate Procedure – Patricia A. Teunisse, Esq.
● Immigration Law – Patrick Valdez, Esq.
● Professional Development (NALA CP/No CLE) – Terry Wright, ACP

11:00 -- 11:45 Visit with Exhibitors / Sponsors

11:45 – 1:00 Lunch Served
Keynote Speaker – Justice Dorothy Kim
Exhibitor Raffles

1:15 – 2:15 Afternoon Break-out Sessions

● Family Law – Elizabeth Yang, Esq.

● Employment Law – Dane Cummaro, Esq.

● Litigation - Defense – Jeff Fishkin, Esq.

● Personal Injury – Kamelia Jalilvand, Esq.

● Resume/ Interview Skills Development (No CLE) – Tracey Perkins, MBA

2:20 – 3:20 General Session (Ethics + Expert Witnesses)

Pete Fowler Construction Services

3:20 - 3:30 Awards

Lee Paige Student Scholarship, Lifetime Achievement,
Maria Teresa Bravo, Volunteer of the Year

Exhibitor Raffles

Closing Remarks

EXHIBITOR: LAPA's 50th Annual October Conference! (October 17, 2026)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Saturday, October 17, 2026

8:00am – 3:30pm

Pacific Palms Resort
1 Industry Hills Parkway
City of Industry, CA 91744

Benefactor Members: $900
$1000 (after September 18, 2026)

Non-Members: $1050
$1150 (after September 18, 2026)

Schools and Non-Profits: $450
$500 (after September 18, 2026)
(Only accredited schools and government recognized
non-profit organizations are eligible for this discounted rate)

Registration includes 6' table and two chairs, conference syllabus listing, pre-conference marketing, and access to hundreds of decision making paralegals!
Additional items that may be purchased: lunch, syllabus advertising, electrical.

Can't attend the conference? You can still get your company in front of hundreds of paralegals! Ask about our BAGSTUFFER opportunity.

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