ABOUT NALS OF NORTH CAROLINA

Established in 1929, National Association for Legal Support Professionals (NALS)

is well-known as a national leader in the legal support profession.

Welcome to NALS of North Carolina, your state chapter, established in 2022 as a proud affiliate of National Association for Legal Support Professionals (NALS), our organization is committed to fostering a community of skilled and dedicated individuals who play a vital role in the legal industry.

At NALS of North Carolina, we understand the importance of a strong and supportive network in the legal profession. Whether you're a legal support professional in a role as a legal assistant, paralegal, legal secretary, or a student aspiring to join the legal field, NALS of North Carolina is your resource for professional development, personal development, leadership and networking opportunities.

Join us in our commitment to excellence and camaraderie. Explore the opportunities that NALS of North Carolina has to offer, and let's journey together towards a brighter and more successful future in the legal support profession.

NALS Mission

engage ׀ inspire ׀ enhance ׀ promote

Engage legal professionals on their terms

Inspire legal professionals to want more

Enhance the careers of legal professionals

Promote legal professionals and the legal support industry

 

LEADERSHIP

SERVING YOU IN NORTH CAROLINA

Alma Friedrich, Certified PP, CLP

State Chapter Founder & President

Hannah I. McCarty

State Chapter Vice President

Jasmine M. Knoles

State Chapter Secretary

Caitlyn Simmons - Paralegal

Editorial Director / Podcast Host

State Chapter Treasurer

NALS Code of Ethics & Professional Responsibility

Members of NALS are bound by the objectives of this association and the standards of conduct required of the legal profession.

Every member shall:

  • Encourage respect for the law and 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

  • Pursue a high order of professional attainment

Canon 1. Members of this association shall maintain a high degree of competency and integrity through continuing education to better assist the legal profession in fulfilling its duty to provide quality legal services to the public.

Canon 2. Members of this association shall maintain a high standard of ethical conduct and shall contribute to the integrity of the association and the legal profession.

Canon 3. Members of this association shall avoid a conflict of interest pertaining to a client matter.

Canon 4. Members of this association shall preserve and protect the confidences and privileged communications of a client.

Canon 5. Members of this association shall exercise care in using independent professional judgment and in determining the extent to which a client may be assisted without the presence of a lawyer and shall not act in matters involving professional legal judgment.

Canon 6. Members of this association shall not solicit legal business on behalf of a lawyer.

Canon 7. Members of this association, unless permitted by law, shall not perform legal functions except under the direct supervision of a lawyer and shall not advertise or contract with members of the general public for the performance of paralegal functions.

Canon 8. Members of this association, unless permitted by law, shall not perform any of the duties restricted to lawyers or do things which lawyers themselves may not do and shall assist in preventing the unauthorized practice of law.

Canon 9. Members of this association not licensed to practice law shall not engage in the practice of law as defined by statutes or court decisions.

Canon 10. Members of this association shall do all other things incidental, necessary, or expedient to enhance professional responsibility and participation in teh administration of justice and public service in cooperation with the legal profession.

Membership in NALS connects you to a larger group of legal professionals throughout the state and nation.

Enjoy access to education, certification opportunities, networking, social events, and more!