The Tulsa Association of Legal Assistants

The Tulsa Association of Legal Assistants (TALA) was formed in June 1982 for the purpose of providing a forum for legal education and professional growth for Tulsa area legal assistants/paralegals and in furtherance of the delivery of quality legal services.

TALA is striving to further define its position in the legal community by offering its members education, ethical guidelines local law-related news, social contact and an opportunity for professional growth.

NALA Affiliate

TALA is an affiliate of the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA), which has a present national membership representing all fifty states. NALA provides continuing education, professional development and certification programs for the career field.

TALA chose to affiliate with NALA recognizing that NALA's goals and purposes were sound and representative of its own aspirations. Among these goals are:

The promotion of the profession of legal assistants/paralegals, education of the public for the advancement and improvement of the profession, and broadening public understanding of the legal assistant concept;
Cooperation with local, state and national bar associations in setting standards for legal assistants/paralegals;
The establishment of a national, voluntary certification program; and
Informing its members through continuing legal education.

CLA Certification

NALA has developed a certification program for those legal assistants wishing to demonstrate their standard of competence. The Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) examination is an extensive two day examination certifying that the successful participant possesses a well-rounded, comprehensive understanding of the legal system, legal procedures, and substantive law.

TALA has developed a study program to be utilized in preparation for this CLA Examination. For more information, please write TALA.

Additionally, NALA has specialty examinations that are administered at least twice yearly, in conjunction with the CLA examination. Many of TALA's members have already achieved the prestigious CLA and CLAS designations.

WEB SITE STATUS
The status of the TALA website is currently in a state of limbo. Forms and other information are available, however, there is additional information, such as our TALA Standing Rules and By-Laws that are not currently accessible. We are reviewing several solutions and will decide what will be best for efficient use for TALA members. Thank you for your patience.

: Friday April 18, 2008

MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP MEETING - APRIL 2008
Instead of a membership meeting for the month of April 2008, a TALA seminar will be held. Details will be emailed to members this week and information about it will be added to this site. Thank you.

: Monday April 07, 2008

TALA Membership

Active membership is open to those employed as legal assistants or paralegals, paralegal educators and attorneys.
Associate membership is open to students currently enrolled in a paralegal program.

Only active members may vote and hold office in TALA.

Membership applications may be obtained by writing to:

TALA
P.O. Box 1484
Tulsa, OK 74101-1484

Under the auspices of NALA, TALA members are required to adhere to NALA's Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibilities. NALA strives to align its values with those of the American Bar Association and holds disciplinary authority over members breaching these regulations.

2008 BOARD of DIRECTORS

The TALA 2008 Board of Directors listing is available for your reference by clicking on the option below.

TALA 2008 Board of Directors

Disclaimers

Welcome to tulsatala.org!

This is an internet site for the Tulsa Association of Legal Assistants (TALA), an incorporated non-profit association formed under the laws of the State of Oklahoma. This website and the materials provided herein have been prepared by TALA for informational purposes only. Although every effort is made to ensure that this website contains the most current and up-to-date information, some errors may occur. If you have any questions or comments regarding information posted on this site, please contact the TALA web site coordinator at nicolsalta@aol.com

Reproduction, distribution, or retransmission of any materials contained within this site is strictly prohibited unless prior written permission has been granted.

NO LEGAL ADVICE

Nothing contained on this website should be construed as legal advice. State law prohibits paralegals or legal assistants from offering legal advice. Should you require legal assistance, please contact the State Bar of Oklahoma at www.okbar.org.

MEMBERSHIP DUES

Have you paid your dues?

TALA memberships must be renewed yearly in January. Renew your membership in order to continue receiving membership benefits and participation rights in your association.

Download the Renewal Form.