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Paralegal Tea TimeTea with a Trailblazer: Cheryl Nodarse on NALA’s Past, Present, & FutureNew Episode Alert! ☕️✨ This week on Paralegal Tea Time, we have the honor of speaking with Cheryl Nodarse, ACP, President of NALA: The Paralegal Association and a distinguished paralegal at Vlahakis Cole Law Firm in East Lansing, MI. With over 35 years as a NALA Certified Paralegal, Cheryl shares her journey in the legal profession, insights into NALA's evolution, and a glimpse into the exciting future of the association. As NALA celebrates its 50th anniversary, Cheryl discusses the upcoming 2025 NALA Conference & Expo at Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City from July 10–12, 2025. This milestone event promises a blend of professional development, networking, and celebrat...2025-04-1745 minParalegal Tea TimeSEASON 3 MINI PODCAST 5 (LAURA W. KEARNEY)🎧 New Episode Alert: Paralegal Tea Time Podcast - Trending Tea Mini Podcast ☕️ In this episode, we dive into an essential topic: What happens when spouses die close together? 💔💼 We’re joined by estate planning expert Laura W. Kearney, Esq., the founder and managing partner of LWK & Associates, to discuss simultaneous death clauses in estate plans. With over 30 years of experience in estate planning and estate administration, Laura provides invaluable insight into how we can protect our loved ones and plan for these complex situations. 📝💡 🎙️ Tune in as we take a closer look at Gene Hackman’s estate and discuss key takeaways on managing es...2025-04-0229 minParalegal Tea TimeNavigating Employment Law: Insights from Beth P. ZollerWe have Beth P. Zoller of the Law Offices of KS Brannigan Law P.C. Ms. Zoller is an employment law attorney with more than 20 years’ of experience. Ms. Zoller prepares and conducts training sessions for employees and supervisors as well as employers and human resources on a wide variety of issues. Beth also serves as an investigator, conducting independent workplace investigations of employees on all organizational levels. She investigates a wide array of employment related complaints. She can be reached at: https://www.ksbraniganlaw.com2025-03-2030 minParalegal Tea TimeSeason 3 Deep Dive with Special Guest Co-Host Kelby Ballena (International Arbitration Specialist and Host of his own Podcast "The Advocate Next Door")"🎙️ New Episode of Paralegal Tea Time! 🎙️ ✨ Season 3 Deep Dive with Special Guest Co-Host Kelby Ballena (International Arbitration Specialist and Host of his own Podcast "The Advocate Next Door")! ☕️🍵 In this special episode, we sit down with our guest co-host Kelby Ballena for an exclusive interview where we reflect on Season 3 of Paralegal Tea Time! 🎬🎧Here’s what you can expect in this episode: Our top episode recommendations What’s coming up in Season 3 Tune in to Paralegal Tea Time!"2025-03-0632 minParalegal Tea TimeAviation LawAviation Law Takes Flight on this Week’s Paralegal Tea Time Podcast Mini Trending Topic! With recent news about flights, it’s the perfect time to explore the world of aviation law. Join us for an in-depth discussion with Erin R. Applebaum, Esq. from the Kreindler LLP Law firm in NYC. Tune in now to sip some virtual tea and catch up on the latest in aviation law. ☕️✈️ Erin has dedicated her career to seeking justice for people harmed during air travel. As a partner in Kreindler’s aviation practice, she represents the interests of passengers severely injur...2025-02-2629 minParalegal Tea TimeBlack History Month: A Celebration of Trailblazers in LawBlack History Month: A Celebration of Trailblazers in Law Welcome to today’s special episode of Paralegal Tea Time! In honor of Black History Month, Laurie and I are shining a spotlight on three remarkable trailblazers in the field of law—individuals whose groundbreaking contributions have left a lasting impact on the legal profession. Join us as we honor these pioneers who helped shape the legal landscape we know today.https://www.becauseofthemwecan.com/blogs/culture/10-black-owned-tea-brands-that-ll-help-you-stay-cozy-this-season2025-02-2313 minParalegal Tea TimeRaffle Announcement🎉 **RAFFLE ALERT!** 🎉We’re serving up something special in our **Paralegal Tea Time Podcast** this week! 🫖✨ To show our appreciation for your incredible support, we’re giving away a **LIMITED EDITION Paralegal Tea Time Podcast Tumbler!** 🎁Here's how you can enter: 1️⃣ **Follow** us @paralegalteatime 2️⃣ **Like** this post 3️⃣ comment with the words “tea time” on the post4️⃣ For an EXTRA entry, leave a fun comment telling us your favorite legal podcast episode and why! 🎙️💬Winner will be announced on during next show...2025-02-1302 minParalegal Tea TimeSeason 3 Episode 3 (Featuring Martin Garcia)Mr. Martin Garcia is a licensed professional engineer who has been qualified as an expert witness in Florida and Federal courts. He has more than 26 years of experience as a forensic engineer and 20 years of consultant experience offering expert testimony regarding accident reconstruction. He has investigated, documented, and reconstructed thousands of accidents involving passenger cars, tractor-trailers, heavy trucks, motorcycles, bicycles, and pedestrians. He is the owner of ( Kears ) Kinetic Engineering and Accident Reconstruction Services located in Palm City Florida. If you need a FL. engineer, please contact Mr. Garcia at ( https://kears-eng.com ).2025-02-0742 minParalegal Tea TimeTrending Tea Mini PodcastThis is our first Paralegal Tea Time "Trending Tea Mini Podcast" on the trending topic of Immigration Law featuring Cesar M. Estela, Esq. About Attorney Cesar Estela, Esq. Cesar Martin Estela is the founder of Law Offices of Cesar Martin Estela, a law firm based in Newark, NJ, specializing in immigration law. Their office is located in Newark NJ. If you are in need of Immigration Law assistance, please reach his offices at 973-733-4940. He will be presenting for the Paralegal Association of NJ on Tuesday 2/4/25. To register go to www.njpara.org Don’t miss out on th...2025-02-0123 minParalegal Tea TimeSEASON 3 EPISODE 1 (FEATURING DAVID POSTOLSKI, ESQ)David Postolski, has 17 years of experience as an attorney and is a senior partner at Gearhart Law. He is a registered patent attorney and Intellectual property (IP) attorney. David specializes in assisting inventors, creators, artists, start-ups, entrepreneurs, early-stage companies, and emerging companies with their U.S and international IP strategy, protection, enforcement, and monetization.He is also an author and a speaker. Additionally, he is a Professor at Temple University, Parsons School of Design and the Radzyner Law School where he teaches master-level students about IP, ethics, and other regulatory considerations.He is a Council...2025-01-2050 minParalegal Tea TimeSneak Peak of Season 3Join us as we explore compelling stories, expert insights, and thought-provoking conversations. Our first guest, David Postolski, Esq., an IP Law expert from Gearhart Law LLC, dives into the fascinating world of intellectual property. Don’t miss this engaging discussion and more!Support the Cause:Help those affected by the devastating LA fires. Donate to the Red Cross today: https://www.redcross.org.https://www.redcross.org/local/california/los-angeles.html2025-01-1403 minParalegal Tea TimeANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING PARALEGAL CONVENTIONParalegal Tea Time is supporting the NJ Paralegal Convention. All NJ Paralegal Professionals are encouraged to attend a day of continuing education, networking and fellowship on October 18, 2024 from 8am to 4:15 pm at New Jersey Law Center, One Constitution Square, New Brunswick, NJ 08901.2024-10-0102 minParalegal Tea TimeSeason Episode 19 Melissa is on Hot SeatLast episode on Season 2 of Paralegal Tea Time before Season 3 begins on January 2025 brings us with Melissa Acosta on the hot seat. Laurie Robinson interviews Melissa. Also, a Big Announcement is made on this Episode. Tune in to find out the tea!2024-09-0826 minParalegal Tea TimeSeason 2 Episode 18 Featuring Eda RosaWe are joined by Eda Rosa. She is the owner of Eda Rosa LLC, a legal education and professional development training company. She also a writer of her book "Lets Talk Paralegal" available on her website and the creator of her own Podcast titled the same. She is passionate about paralegal education and giving back to the paralegal community as per her event in Florida "LIMITLESS PARALEGALS" on 10/12/2024 hosted in Fern Forest Nature Center Coconut Creek Fl. from 9am to 5pm. For any law firms interested in her consultation, please reach her at: https://sites.google.com/view/edarosallc/homeAlso...2024-08-2756 minParalegal Tea TimeSEASON 2 EPISODE 17 )FEATURING ADAMO FERREIRA)We discussed Criminal Law with our Special Guest, Adamo Ferreira, Esq. Adamo Ferreira is the founding member of Adamo Ferreira Esq LLC where he handles all aspects of criminal Law. For criminal law assistance, please contact Mr. Ferreria at: www.afesq.com or Office number: 201-343-11712024-08-1041 minParalegal Tea TimeSEASON-2-EPISODE-16 FEATURING-CESAR-ESTELA-ESQWe learned so much on today’s podcast visit with our special attorney guest, Cesar Martin Estela, Esq., an Immigration Attorney who really gave us so much information on Immigration law and talked about so many resources and much more! He even recommended a good read: “A Nation of Immigrants by John Kennedy, a 1958 book”. This is one you should not miss if you want to Learn about Immigration law! If you need assistance with Immigration law, please contact Mr. Estela at http://www.estelaw.com
https://a.co/d/0fIotuUO2024-07-2747 minParalegal Tea TimeBook Release Announcement https://a.co/d/0fIotuUOBook Release Announcement. https://a.co/d/0fIotuUO Introducing Paralegal Tea Time's upcoming adult paralegal coloring book, designed to bring calm and creativity to the legal world!
Designed for paralegal professionals, we've crafted this unique coloring book as a tool to alleviate stress, promote wellness, and ignite creativity in the paralegal community.
Dive into beautifully detailed illustrations inspired by legal themes with a touch of humor.
Each page is crafted to help you unwind, recharge, and find balance amidst the demands of legal work. We believe in supporting the well-being of paralegals everywhere, & this coloring book is our way of...2024-07-0102 minParalegal Tea TimeSpilling the Tea on Sunday - Major AnnouncementSpilling the Tea on Sunday - Major Announcement2024-06-2305 minParalegal Tea Time“Paralegals on Fire” Featuring Ann PearsonAnn Pearson stopped by to discuss her Paralegal Bootcamp and her podcast "Paralegals on Fire". She shared some great tips for all paralegals in the paralegal community. Ann Pearson can be found on support@paralegal-bootcamp.com and https://www.linkedin.com/in/annpearson (DM) Special thanks to my co-host Yolanda Barry (Senior Paralegal and former Co-Chair of NJSBA Paralegal Committee)2024-06-0235 minParalegal Tea TimeWELLNESS TIPS FOR PARALEGALS FEATURING LOYO WELLNESSIn this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Jessica Kishpaugh, owner of Loyo Wellness and a former trial litigation attorney, as our special guest. Jessica shares her expert insights on the common workplace stressors and burnout that many paralegals face. Drawing from her unique background in both the legal and wellness fields, she provides practical tips specifically tailored for paralegals looking to manage stress effectively and enhance their overall well-being. Don’t miss out on this enlightening discussion! For more resources, visit Loyo Wellness. www.loyowellness.com2024-04-3048 minParalegal Tea TimePrenuptial Agreements and Divorce: An Expert Discussion. Jason Tuchman, Esq.Prenuptial Agreements and Divorce: An Expert Discussion. Jason Tuchman, Esq., a distinguished Family Law Attorney and the President of the Passaic County Bar Association, provides insights into these critical legal matters, with a focus on divorce. For professional legal counsel, contact Mr. Tuchman at (201) 368-7713, or visit the law offices of Kelly Kelly Marotta & Tuchman LLC.2024-03-3024 minParalegal Tea TimeWomen’s History Month “Mini Podcast-My Nieces Interview Me”Women’s History Month “Mini Podcast-My Nieces Interview Me”2024-03-2308 minParalegal Tea TimeSpecial Feature Episode: Celebrating Women's History MonthSpecial Feature Episode: Celebrating Women's History Month. Special thanks to the following Women In Law for supporting my business: Ayesha Hamilton, Esq. Crystal West Edwards, Esq. Deidre R. Wheatley-Liss, Esq. Kimberly A. Paton, Esq. Laura W. Kearney, Esq.2024-03-0706 minParalegal Tea TimeWellness, Professionalism and Networking in Law with Maritza Rodriguez, Esq.Just in time for Women's History Month in March we have an Expert stop in and talk to us about Professionalism, Wellness and Networking in Legal Field. Maritza Rodriguez, Esq. is founder of Rodriguez Family Law. She is a Family Law Attorney admitted to practice in NJ, Fed. District Court of NJ and 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals. She is also a career and networking coach and adjunct law professor at Rutgers law. Maritza is in the Supreme Court Well-Being Committee and Co-Chair of the NJSBA Well-Being Committee. Ms. Rodriguez can be reached at https://rodriguezlawllc.com and Phone: 862-241...2024-02-2740 minParalegal Tea TimeArtificial Intelligence and how it affects the Paralegal Profession Featuring Marissa Moran Esq.Artificial Intelligence and how it affects the Paralegal Profession Marissa Moran, Esq. is an attorney admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, New York State, New Jersey, & the United States District Courts. She is currently a professor at CUNY in the Department of Law and Paralegal Studies, New York City College of Technology, where she teaches Legal Technology, Forensic Science & The Legal Process, Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibilities, and Theatre of Law. she is currently the Vice Chair of the NYSBA, Committee on Technology and the Legal Profession2023-12-1433 minParalegal Tea TimeNaming Trust Companies as Fiduciaries Featuring Christine M Sellitti, EsqThe Role of a Trust Company in Trust and Estates featuring special guest Christine M. Sellitti, Esq. Managing Director, Trust Officer with Peapack Wealth Management at Peapack Gladstone Bank. Christine Sellitti's experience prior to joining Peapack Gladstone Bank includes being a Co-Founder and Managing Member at Elias Sellitti LLC. In addition, she was a most recently a Member of Porzio Bromberg & Newman PC. She is admitted to practice in NJ and she is a member of the Board of Consultors, Real Property, Trust & Estates Law Section of the NJSBA. She is also a general member of the Real Property, Trust...2023-10-3138 minParalegal Tea TimeParalegals Celebrating Disability Pride Month featuring Samantha VitoneMs. Vitone is a Senior Paralegal. She shares her journey about being a Paralegal who was diagnosed with a learning disability at a young age and how she was able to achieve success in life. Her goal is to bring awareness of disabilities in the Paralegal Field and to have diversity and inclusion in the workplace and community.2023-09-2330 minParalegal Tea TimePrivate Investigators - Services for Law FirmsOn this episode, Michele Harris of Harris Investigations, LLC. joins us to share the many services that private investigation firms can provide to paralegals and law firms. A P.I. firm can help with anything from surveillance, asset searches, background searches, process service and more.
Harris Investigations, LLC is a full-service agency providing private investigators and process servers to clients in PA, NJ, DE, IN, MD, MI, NY, OH and WV.
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Private Investigators | Process Servers | PA NJ DE MD WV MI (harrisinvestigations.ne...2023-08-1539 minParalegal Tea TimePersonal Injury from a Paralegal's Perspective/NJSBA Paralegal CommitteeOn this episode, we have special guest Colson Derby, III, Chair of the New Jersey Bar Association Paralegal Committee and Personal Injury Paralegal. Colson shares his wealth of knowledge on being a paralegal in the specialized fields of personal injury and medical malpractice. In addition, we discuss the future of the NJBA - Paralegal Committee including how our listeners can join and become active members. If you would like more information regarding the NJBA- Paralegal Committe or additional information on the personal injury/medical malpractice field, please contact Colson Derby, III at cderby@pralaw.com.
2023-06-1550 minParalegal Tea TimeFAMILY LAW- Part 2, "A PARALEGAL’S PERSPECTIVE”Today we discuss the legal area of Family Law from a paralegal's perspective. Joining us is Jennifer Smith, an Advanced Certified Paralegal. Jennifer has held various impressive titles such as former President of the Paralegal Convention of NJ, former President of the NJ Paralegal Association and former Co-Chair of the NJ State Bar Association Paralegal Committee. She is a current Trustee at Large at the Paralegal Association of NJ and a current member of the Berkeley College Legal Studies Advisory Board. She is employed as a full time Family Law Paralegal and has many years of experience in this...2023-05-0335 minParalegal Tea Time“RECAPPING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH- WOMEN IN LAW"In celebration of Women’s History Month, we invited Kimberly Paton, Esq. to discuss the topic of “Women in Law." Specifically, Ms. Paton discusses owning a successful law practice and her personal journey through the practice of law as a woman.
Kimberly Paton, Esq. is the Managing Member at The Paton Law Firm LLC located in Fair Lawn, NJ where she specializes in wills, trusts, estates, real estate transactions, and corporate formation. Ms. Paton is a member of the Bergen County Bar Association and she serves on the Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Sections.
You ma...2023-04-1249 min
Paralegal Tea TimeFamily Law - Divorce After the Holidays - Part 1In our Part I discussion of the hot topic of Family Law, Maurice Giro, Esq. joins us to discuss the spike in divorce cases after the holidays and other important information surrounding divorce procedure in New Jersey courts.
Mr. Giro is a partner and managing member of Giro Attorneys at Law, LLP located in River Edge, New Jersey. He has 16 years of experience in Family Law as well as Elder Law. He held prior roles as Union City Municipal Prosecutor as well as the West NY Municipal Prosecutor and Public Defender. Mr. Giro is admitted to practice in...2023-02-2840 minParalegal Tea TimeEstate Planning - To Will or Not to Will? - Part 2This is Part II of our discussion where we explore the importance of having your estate plan in order during your lifetime. Joining us is Crystal West Edwards, Esq., who is a Partner at Porzio Bromberg & Newman, PC, located in Morristown, NJ. She is the Department Chair of the Wealth Preservation Group and has extensive experience in elder law, estate planning, estate administration and special needs planning. She is a member of the Board of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and a Fellow to the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC).
To contact Ms...2022-11-2839 minParalegal Tea TimeEstate Planning - To Will or Not to Will? - Part 1Today we discuss the important topic of Estate Planning with John M. Elias, Esq., Partner at Porzio Bromberg & Newman, P.C. in Morristown, New Jersey. Mr. Elias takes us through "Estate Planning 101" to answer our questions regarding the basics of getting your affairs in order.
Mr. Elias is in the Wealth Preservation Group at Porzio and has over 35 years of experience in estate planning, estate administration, trust administration and succession planning.
To contact Mr. Elias to begin the process of planning your estate, please click the link below:
https://pbnlaw.com/practices/wealth-preservation/esta...2022-11-2144 minParalegal Tea TimeEmployment Law: Protections for Paralegals in the WorkplaceEmployment Law attorney, Ayesha Hamilton, Esq., joins us to discuss employment rights with regard to COVID-19 vaccines and time off protections, Family Medical Leave, and Discrimination and Harassment in the workplace.
The Hamilton Law Firm is located in Princeton, New Jersey. If you are an employee or employer seeking an advocate to help you handle a potential employment issue, Ayesha can investigate and find the best legal recourse option available.
Website: Employment Lawyer Princeton, NJ | Business Law (ayeshahamiltonlaw.com)
Email: ahamilton@ahlawpc.com2022-11-0236 minParalegal Tea TimeTaking the Leap! Should I Become a Freelance Paralegal?In this Episode, Taking the Leap! Should I Become a Freelance Paralegal?, we speak to Dorothy Secol, author of "Starting and Managing Your Own Business: A Freelancing Guide for Paralegals." Ms. Secol was also a Petitioner in the case In re Opinion 24 of the Committee on the Unauthorized Practice of Law, 128 N.J. 114 (1992) which validated the fact that there is no distinguishable difference between an in-house paralegal and a freelance paralegal working under the direct supervision of an attorney. 2022-10-2530 minParalegal Tea TimeHow the Paralegal Profession has Changed Over TimeToday we discuss how the paralegal profession has changed in the last 30+ years with Susan Helman, owner of Susan Helman Paralegal Services, LLC.2022-10-1534 minParalegal Tea TimeDo Paralegals Get Paid Enough? Part 2Do Paralegals get Paid Enough? - An Examination of Paralegal Salaries, Part 2 Discussion with Special Guest Kerry Mackey2022-10-0331 minParalegal Tea TimeDo Paralegals Get Paid Enough? Part 1An Examination of Paralegal Salaries - Part 1 with Special Guest Jonathan Friedman of Friedman Williams Grant & Maxie2022-09-3036 minParalegal Tea TimeHow To Deal With Difficult Personalities At WorkThis episode will discussing how to deal with difficult personalities at law firms2022-09-1136 minParalegal Tea TimeParalegal Tea Time (Trailer)2022-09-1000 min
Paralegal Tea TimeParalegal Tea Time (Introduction)The “Paralegal Tea Time” Podcast created by Melissa Acosta of Melissa Acosta Freelance Paralegal Services LLC and Jessica Williams of Williams Paralegal Services. The “Paralegal Tea Time” was designed for paralegals to have a “forum” to discuss hot topics or other topics of interest in the legal industry.2022-09-1017 min