R T P A

Research Triangle Paralegal Association, Inc.

HISTORY

In 1999, paralegals working in and around the Research Triangle Park approached the Raleigh-Wake Paralegal Association ("RWPA") about forming a satellite group of that organization that would hold regular meetings in the RTP area.  This was an attempt to serve paralegals unable to attend RWPA's regular monthly meetings, usually held in downtown Raleigh, because of distance and time constraints.  The first meeting of the satellite group was held in February 2000.  As word spread of the group's existence, interest and attendance at meetings increased.  It became clear within a few months that there was a demand for an independent organization that served paralegals in the RTP area.  Founding members of the satellite group started working towards that goal, and in January 2002, the Research Triangle Paralegal Association was officially established.

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PURPOSE

As previously mentioned, RTPA was established by and for paralegals in the Research Triangle area.  From its establishment, a goal of the organization has been to assist and support its members in becoming the best paralegals they can be.  In accordance with this goal, RTPA strives to do the following:

further education among members of the paralegal profession

encourage a high order of ethical and professional attainment

inform paralegals of developments in the legal profession and act as a forum for exchanging ideas and disseminating information

encourage the expanded use and full utilization of paralegals in all aspects of the legal profession

If you are interested in learning more about the purpose and/or structure of RTPA, please review the organization's bylaws.  You may also email any questions to info@rtpanc.org.