Resource Guides: Legal Resources: Professional Development

Edmonds College Paralegal Resources

Washington State Paralegal Association
"A not-for-profit Association with a mission to inspire and empower our members toward professional excellence." (from the website)
Washington State Bar Association
Official web site of the Washington State Bar Association

National Association of Legal Assistants
NALA leads the paralegal profession by providing a voluntary certification program, continuing legal education, and professional development programs for all paralegals.
- NALA Mission Statement
National Federation of Paralegals Association
The National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc., promotes a global presence for the paralegal profession and leadership in the legal community.
-Mission Statement
American Bar Association
One of the largest volunteer organization, the ABA has more than 400,000 members and provides "law school accreditation, continuing legal education, information about the law, programs to assist lawyers and judges in their work, and initiatives to improve the legal system for the public."
Martindale Hubbell Lawyer Locator
Directory of lawyers with some biographical information.