The San Diego Paralegal Association (SDPA) is a non-profit organization established for the purpose of promoting the paralegal profession through awareness, education and public service. Most notably, SDPA achieves these goals by working with state and national affiliates to address the challenges facing the paralegal profession; offering Continuing Legal Education programs; and advocating involvement in pro bono clinics, community outreach programs, and local government. SDPA aims to inspire the best in individuals and create leadership opportunities for those willing to take their careers to the next level. SDPA encourages all paralegals to take an active role in their profession by committing to self-improvement and fostering collegiality among their peers.
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On Friday, March 14th Virtual Lunch with Leaders will feature the amazing Eda Rosa discussing problem solving and critical thinking. Have you registered yet? https://lnkd.in/gWXF5yJh Sheila Grela Practice Aligned Resources EDRM - Electronic Discovery Reference Model
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Certified eDiscovery Specialist | Advanced Certified Paralegal | Advocate for Legal Education and Training
This two-part article challenged me, and I couldn’t have done it without the insights of so many incredible professionals. A huge thanks to my friend and mentor, Jose Patino, whose opening paragraph truly sizzles. Many of the insightful quotes contributed appear in the second part of this piece! So many thought leaders weighed in—CAT CASEY; Chere Estrin; Sonya L. Sigler, Esq., Jackie Van Dyke, MPS, CP?, William "Bill" Hamilton and Dazza Greenwood ?One of my favorite quotes, which I may or may not have "borrowed," comes from Joy Heath Rush! "In 2025, kindness will be the single most important trait for the people we hire, develop, and retain." Joy Heath Rush of International Legal Technology Association (ILTA) I’m especially grateful to Mary Mack, CISSP, for her help in defining metacognition. The MIT Teaching + Learning Lab offers a perfect explanation: Metacognition?is the “process by which learners use knowledge of the task at hand, knowledge of learning strategies, and knowledge of themselves to plan their learning, monitor their progress towards a learning goal, and then evaluate the outcome.” A special thank you to Holley Robinson and Kaylee Walstadand to the many other professionals who shared their expertise and insight. Michelle Pendleton, CP; Dorothy Elliott; Angela Michaels, CEDS; Kristine Custodio Suero ?? ??; Katie Oliver, ACP; Tony Sipp; Terri Rasay Walters, ACP; Kai Williamson, M. Ed., Kai Huffman, ACP, CEDS; Luigi Giovanni Güereca; Women in eDiscovery?; Martie Meyer, CEDS; June Hunter; Shannon Bales; Sherine Clarke; Amy Arellano Williams, Esq.; Joy Murao; David Cowen; Abby Rosenbloom; Eda Rosa; Melissa “Rogo" Rogozinski ????; Debbie Reynolds; Debbi Lowe; Helen Geib; Ann Gorr; Amy McGuigan, ACP, CEDS, CAS; Women in eDiscovery, San Diego https://lnkd.in/ghxUiAxz. https://lnkd.in/gSRUNyet
We are looking forward to this fun event and getting together with our friends at Women in eDiscovery? !
As an affiliate of Women in eDiscovery?, we are excited to be a part of this awesome event! Don't miss this opportunity to learn about leading legal technology ... and it's FREE. We hope to see you there!
Senior Practice Technology & eDiscovery Project Manager at Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
Excited to announce that the California Lawyers Association is teaming up with Women in eDiscovery? on Saturday, April 12th to bring Southern California lawyers, technologists, paralegals, and legal professionals an extraordinary eDiscovery Tech Bootcamp! Mark your calendars and register to attend this FREE event to learn all about the leading legal technology on the market that aid practitioners in collecting case evidence for use in litigation and review tools to expedite the discovery and production process. Details below: Saturday, April 12th 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Santa Ana College, Orange County Cost: FREE Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/gQtd2qAN Hosts: Law Practice Management and Technology Section of the California Lawyers Association, Women in eDiscovery, San Diego, Women In eDiscovery Orange County, Women in eDiscovery - Los Angeles, and Santa Ana College During the tech demos portion of this event, learn how to collect relevant data from your client's Microsoft and Google systems, social media content, and text message data. Our technologists will be showing attendees how to use each tool, answer questions in small groups, and provide hands-on lab opportunities to check out the tools for yourself. ESI COLLECTION TOOLS: - Microsoft Purview, presented by Practice Aligned Resources & Joy Murao - Google Takeout & Vault, presented by Digital Mountain, Inc. & Julie Lewis - Page Vault, presented by Shannon Bales of Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP - Slack Messages - iMazing Cellphone Collection Compare and contract the various leading document review platforms on the market, ask questions about analytics, short message data review, and more. REVIEW TOOLS: - Everlaw - Relativity, presented by Cimplifi - DISCO - CloudNine Schedule of Events: 10:00 - 12:00 PM Optional eDiscovery 101 Session & Recruiter Forum 1:00 - 5:00 PM Tech Demos 5:30 - 7:30 PM Happy Hour We are excited to have our wonderful affiliate bar/legal associations join us during this event to meet our attendees, share with them about their programming, and assist them with their career development: San Diego Paralegal Association San Diego ESI Forum Legal Professionals Incorporated Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists (ACEDS) EDRM - Electronic Discovery Reference Model Register to attend this fun, free event! You won't want to miss it: https://lnkd.in/gQtd2qAN #legaltech #legaltechnology #ediscovery
If you are in the area (or can be), please consider registering. This is an exciting opportunity for our legal community!
?? Save the Date! ?? Join California Lawyers Association & Women in eDiscovery for a one-day eDiscovery Tech Bootcamp designed for legal professionals looking to level up their tech skills! ?? ?? Saturday, April 12th ?? Santa Ana College ?? 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | eDiscovery 101 for Beginners ?? 1:00 – 5:00 PM | Tech Bootcamp: Hands-on, Live Demos ?? 5:30 – 7:30 PM | Hosted Happy Hour ?? ?? Get hands-on experience with Relativity, DISCO, Everlaw, Concordance, and Logikcull ?? Learn how to collect data from Google, Microsoft, mobile devices, and social media ?? Connect with recruiters & legal organizations for career and educational opportunities ? FREE to attend! ?? Save the Date!
Join Sheila Grela and Joe Stephens for Virtual Lunch with Leaders this Friday as they tackle a common issue. How to obtain buy in when you need new tools to do your job. EDRM - Electronic Discovery Reference Model Practice Aligned Resources Angela DeSaracho
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Join us on Valentine's Day and give yourself and your career some love! Sheila Grela will be talking with Bethany Ensz, M.S., C.P.T., about skills, continuous learning, and the future of law. EDRM - Electronic Discovery Reference Model Practice Aligned Resources Register now! https://lnkd.in/gnPM6FKA
A hint of things to come maybe? SDPA's very own Virtual Lunch with Leaders host Sheila Grela and repeat guest and attendee Shannon Bales spoke about trial technology and best practices at at The Master's Conference. Stay tuned for more trial-focused webinars ...
Shannon Bales, of Munger, Tolles and Olson, Sheila Grela, of Buchalter, Grady Glover, CEDS, of Lawrence Bartels LLP, Phillip Nickels, of Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP, and Patty Hartnett, of Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP spoke yesterday on "Building Your Trial Technology Playbook: Best Practices from the Trenches at The Masters Conference Legal in Los Angeles CA. Key Takeaways from the Panel 1. The Critical Role of Trial Logistics Teams Trial logistics is far more than just booking a courtroom. It includes coordinating everything from trial space setups, IT infrastructure, document and exhibit tracking, to ensuring attorneys have a seamless experience when they arrive. Concierge-level service, such as shipping attorneys’ wardrobes to trial locations, is a game-changer in high-stakes litigation. 2. Why Planning & Organization is Key Effective trial teams operate like a Broadway production: the curtain is going up whether you're ready or not. Checklists, pre-trial technology audits, and daily debriefs help ensure smooth trial execution. Whiteboards, digital communication tools (Teams, Slack, or group emails), and clearly defined roles keep everyone aligned. 3. Exhibit & Evidence Management is Non-Negotiable Every page of every exhibit should be labeled and tracked. Paralegals play a crucial role in ensuring documents are accurate, organized, and presented correctly during trial. 4. Technology’s Role in Modern Trials AI and automation tools are transforming trial preparation, from generating trial outlines to creating compelling demonstrative exhibits. Courtroom tech setups should always have redundancy – a backup for everything, including hardware, software, and internet connectivity. 5. Building Relationships is Just as Important as the Tech Success in trial logistics isn’t just about execution—it’s about relationships. Collaboration with opposing counsel, the judge’s clerks, and courtroom staff can be a strategic advantage. Professionalism and decorum, even outside the courtroom, are key to maintaining credibility. 6. Team Culture Makes or Breaks a Trial Trials aren’t for everyone—they require flexibility, teamwork, and a willingness to do anything needed, from managing exhibits to making sure attorneys have socks. Having a strong, adaptable team makes all the difference. Right Discovery Danny Thankachan CHRISTINA NGUYEN