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  • Pro Bono & Community Service Committee Meeting

    • September 18, 2024
    • 12:00 PM
    • Zoom
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    Find out more about the committee and what we do.   Help us locate opportunities that need non-attorney volunteers and spread the word to our members!  If you can't attend this meeting we can give you an update afterward and hopefully you can join the next one.  If you have any questions please email probono@capatx.org! 

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  • Web Team monthly Coffee Catch-up meeting

    • September 24, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    • virtual
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    CAPA members interested in learning more about the Web Team or joining the committee are welcome to attend.  This is also an opportunity for committee chairs to ask questions and get a quick "live" tutorial.

    Meeting link will be sent upon registration.

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  • September CLE Luncheon - "Defending Debt Claims" (In-Person Luncheon)

    • September 25, 2024
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Chez Zee- 5406 Balcones Drive, Austin, Texas 78731
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    CAPA'S SEPTEMBER SPOTLIGHT

    SUSTAINING MEMBER



    Wednesday, September 25, 12-1pm 
    @ Chez Zee Bistro

    DUE TO CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS WITH THE VENUE, REFUNDS FOR REGISTRATIONS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR ANY REASON AFTER FRIDAY,  SEPTEMBER 20. 

    Please contact the Treasurer if you will need to pay your registration with a check. Online unpaid registrations are cancelled if payment is not received within 15 minutes of registration. 

    **CAPA is no longer offering recorded versions of in-person presentations. However several of our monthly meetings and CLE presentations will only be virtual so stay tuned for a list of upcoming Zoom presentations.

    We hope to see you there!  If you have any questions please contact us.

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  • NOMINATION DEADLINE FOR 2024 PARALEGAL OF THE YEAR

    • September 27, 2024
    • 5:00 PM

    2024 PARALEGAL OF THE YEAR - CALL FOR NOMINATIONS


    Nomination Deadline: September 27, 2024

    Nomination Guidelines

    To nominate a paralegal (who must be a current member of CAPA in good standing) for the Capital Area Paralegal Association “Paralegal of the Year Award,” submit a nomination in narrative written form under the following guidelines:

    • Nominations must be submitted by a current CAPA member in good standing. 
    • Nominations should be made in narrative form, explaining why the nominee should be chosen as CAPA's Paralegal of the Year (e.g. work skills, experience, community activities, involvement in professional paralegal organizations, any offices held/committee involvement, awards, or any other information to be brought before the Selection Committee).
    • List the nominee's name, address, telephone number and email address at the TOP of the nomination only.  No identifying information (including the nominee's employer(s) should be contained in the the narrative portion of the nomination.  
    • Do not include any supporting letters or recommendations (narrative nomination only is considered).

    Submit nominations to: 
    Carli Collins, TBLS-BCP
    Chair, CAPA Paralegal of the Year Committee

    Email

    PREVIOUS RECIPIENTS OF CAPA's PARALEGAL OF THE YEAR AWARD

    1997-1998 Elizabeth Elliott

    2010-2011 Ro Buchanan

    2011-2012 Kristina Kennedy, ACP, TBLS-BCP

    2012-2013 Pamela M. Etie, ACP

    2013-2014 Stephanie R. Sterling, TBLS-BCP

    2014-2015 Melissa Balmer, TBLS-BCP

    2015-2016 Stephanie Seuser
    2016-2017 Tove Sebring, TBLS-BCP

    2017-2018 Brittany Posadas, MBA, TBLS-BCP

    2018-2019 Francesca Romans, ACP, TBLS-BCP

    2019-2020 Dee Ann Davis

    2020-2021 Nicole Cloutier, ACP, TBLS-BCP

    2021-2022 Amber Haney

    2022-2023 Celeste Rodriguez

    2023-2024 Carli Collins, TBLS-BCP

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  • Unlocking the Benefits of Mentorship: A Paralegal's Guide to Growth and Success

    • October 01, 2024
    • 12:00 PM
    • Zoom
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    Are you a new paralegal or paralegal student looking to advance your career, hone your skills, and build meaningful professional relationships? Join us for an informative session hosted by Laura Grove TBLS-BCP, chair of CAPA's Mentorship Committee, designed to highlight the transformative power of mentorship.

    This session will explore:

    • The benefits of mentorship in career development
    • How to find and work with the right mentor
    • Real-world success stories from mentor-mentee relationships
    • Tips for making the most out of your mentorship experience

    Whether you’re a new paralegal or an experienced professional looking for guidance, this event will provide valuable insights into how mentorship can help you navigate challenges, grow your expertise, and accelerate your career.

    This event is free and open to everybody! No membership required.

    Email mentor@capatx.org with any questions or for more information!

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  • October Board Meeting

    • October 12, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • The Haney Law Firm (808 W 10th St, Austin, TX 78701) & Via Zoom
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    The monthly CAPA Board Meeting is coming up! Board meetings are open to all CAPA members, and everyone is encouraged to attend. 

    The Zoom link will be provided in the registration confirmation email.  The Board meeting agenda will be sent out via email to all registrants prior to the Board meeting. 

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  • Web Team monthly Coffee Catch-up meeting

    • October 29, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    • virtual
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    CAPA members interested in learning more about the Web Team or joining the committee are welcome to attend.  This is also an opportunity for committee chairs to ask questions and get a quick "live" tutorial.

    Meeting link will be sent upon registration.

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  • November Board Meeting

    • November 07, 2024
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Via Zoom
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    The monthly CAPA Board Meeting is coming up! Board meetings are open to all CAPA members, and everyone is encouraged to attend. 

    The Zoom link will be provided in the registration confirmation email.  The Board meeting agenda will be sent out via email to all registrants prior to the Board meeting. 

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  • Web Team monthly Coffee Catch-up meeting

    • November 26, 2024
    • 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    • virtual
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    CAPA members interested in learning more about the Web Team or joining the committee are welcome to attend.  This is also an opportunity for committee chairs to ask questions and get a quick "live" tutorial.

    Meeting link will be sent upon registration.

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  • December Board Meeting

    • December 12, 2024
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Via Zoom
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    The monthly CAPA Board Meeting is coming up! Board meetings are open to all CAPA members, and everyone is encouraged to attend. 

    The Zoom link will be provided in the registration confirmation email.  The Board meeting agenda will be sent out via email to all registrants prior to the Board meeting. 

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  • January Board Meeting

    • January 11, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Haney Law Firm (808 W. 10th Street, Austin, TX) & Via Zoom
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    The monthly CAPA Board Meeting is coming up! Board meetings are open to all CAPA members, and everyone is encouraged to attend. 

    The Zoom link will be provided in the registration confirmation email.  The Board meeting agenda will be sent out via email to all registrants prior to the Board meeting. 

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  • February Board Meeting

    • February 06, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Via Zoom
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    The monthly CAPA Board Meeting is coming up! Board meetings are open to all CAPA members, and everyone is encouraged to attend. 

    The Zoom link will be provided in the registration confirmation email.  The Board meeting agenda will be sent out via email to all registrants prior to the Board meeting. 

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  • March Board Meeting

    • March 06, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Via Zoom
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    The monthly CAPA Board Meeting is coming up! Board meetings are open to all CAPA members, and everyone is encouraged to attend. 

    The Zoom link will be provided in the registration confirmation email.  The Board meeting agenda will be sent out via email to all registrants prior to the Board meeting. 

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  • April Board Meeting

    • April 12, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    • Haney Law Firm (808 W. 10th Street, Austin, TX) & Via Zoom
    Register

    The monthly CAPA Board Meeting is coming up! Board meetings are open to all CAPA members, and everyone is encouraged to attend. 

    The Zoom link will be provided in the registration confirmation email.  The Board meeting agenda will be sent out via email to all registrants prior to the Board meeting. 

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  • May Board Meeting

    • May 08, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Via Zoom
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    The monthly CAPA Board Meeting is coming up! Board meetings are open to all CAPA members, and everyone is encouraged to attend. 

    The Zoom link will be provided in the registration confirmation email.  The Board meeting agenda will be sent out via email to all registrants prior to the Board meeting. 

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  • June Board Meeting

    • June 05, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Via Zoom
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    The monthly CAPA Board Meeting is coming up! Board meetings are open to all CAPA members, and everyone is encouraged to attend. 

    The Zoom link will be provided in the registration confirmation email.  The Board meeting agenda will be sent out via email to all registrants prior to the Board meeting. 

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