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GREENVILLE
PRESIDENT’S LETTER:
December 2013
Deborah Reynolds, Certified PP, PLS
2013-2014 LSPG President
Wow, what a lightning quick change we have just experienced – one minute I was handing out candy corn to
Trick or Treaters, and the next trying to find a station that wasn't playing non-stop Christmas commercials. Guess that's
my cue to get moving into holiday mode. I am excited!
That transition made me stop and think that as we begin our annual marathon of shopping, wrapping, shipping, cooking,
and wearing ourselves out with lots of external things, in the long run, they only count if you manage to make a difference
in someone's life during the process. I'm not saying we shouldn't thoroughly enjoy this beautiful season. After all, it is
the time that we make time for those we love, and awakens us to reach out to others in difficult circumstances. So as we
face the headwind into the holidays, let's remember to express joy for what we have been given, share and care with those
less fortunate, and make happy memories with those we love. Who cares if the cat eats the ribbons off your packages, or
that one string of lights keeps burning out? Just tuck in your heart the smiles of sheer excitement on little faces, a napping
family stuffed to the gills with Thanksgiving turkey, and the shy grateful thanks from the guy on the street to whom
you've just given a warm coat or blanket. What counts is the satisfaction in your heart from the knowledge that you could
have bought the newest coolest iPhone, but instead you went to the toy store and loaded up things for the nearest
children's shelter, or served up dinner at the soup kitchen instead of overeating at a fancy restaurant. To whom much has
been given…. We thank thee Lord!
LSPG has been greatly blessed, and we plan to share with as many others as we can. The blessings of friendship,
knowledge, camaraderie, and shared experiences are enriched by reaching out and drawing others into that circle. Our
Community Service Committee has very thoughtfully researched charitable groups we can assist. This season we will
again sponsor Serenity Place. Our December speaker will tell us more about the wonderful work Serenity Place does for
women and children. Elsewhere in this edition, you will see two lists of items needed for the shelter. One list has items
for a lady who has the good fortune to be moving into a place of her own, so please bring your contributions to our
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upcoming meeting. Any and all items will be appreciated. Pick up some extra toiletries or kitchen items as you shop to
share with this family as they begin a hope-filled new stage in their lives. The other list is for ongoing needs, and we will
take donations not only at our December meeting, but all year long. Of course, monetary donations are always welcome
for the many things that come up on a daily basis and help offset the operation costs of the center. As we had a very
successful Probate Seminar, our Board recently voted to donate the proceeds from our Belk ticket sales to Serenity Place,
in addition to our already budgeted amount for charity. Off to a good start, aren't we?
Looking down the road just a little, we are exploring a joint project with SCUPA to benefit military families. While we
are still in the early stages of this project, we will keep you apprised as we develop a plan. We hope you will be a part of
it. One of our Board members has suggested we participate in sending cards to those who are deployed. We will also
continue to promote educational and certification opportunities. I strongly encourage each of you to find a way to be
involved.
Don't forget to extend a warm welcome to our many new members: Beth Looper of Nelson Mullins; Debbie Stout, Cathi
Tankersley, and Judith Morgan-Glenn from Womble Carlyle, and Kathy D’Amico and Tanya Owens from Gallivan White
& Boyd; Terri Coker of Bannister & Wyatt; and Betty Owens of Thomas Fisher & Sinclair. We are so glad you are part
of our group and look forward to getting to know you all as we journey together.
Also remember those among us who are currently facing hardships, bereavements, or illness. Offer encouragement and
prayers, as well as helping meet any material needs you can.
Let's be Christmas angels all year long. God bless you.
Upcoming General Meeting Schedule
Wednesday, December 11, 2013
Poinsett Club, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Speaker: Kelly Byers
Topic:
Serenity Place
Cost is $15 inclusive
Wednesday, January 15, 2013
Poinsett Club, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Speaker: Bryan Neill
Topic:
The Palmetto Bank
Cost is $15 inclusive
Thanks to these members for
donating the monthly raffle prize!
December – NO RAFFLE
January – Vickie Halstead
February – Lois Belle
Wednesday, February 19, 2013
Poinsett Club, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Speaker: Elizabeth Mann
Topic:
Greenville Tech
Cost is $15 inclusive
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Each member will receive an email with the menu choices the week before each meeting, and reservations
are due no later than 10 a.m. on the Monday of our meeting week. PLEASE NOTE: Cancellations
received after this time will be billed to you (as the restaurant still charges LSPG).
Welcome new members
Terri Coker:
After more than 20 years in the legal field, Terri was able to achieve her career goals by entering
Greenville Technical College and obtaining an Associate in Applied Science Degree with a major in paralegal studies.
Following graduation she successfully completed the Certified Paralegal examination from the National Association of
Legal Assistants. Terri is now a member of Lambda Epsilon Chi, the National Honor Society in Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Studies. She is employed with the law firm of Bannister & Wyatt as paralegal to Senior Partner O. W. Bannister, Jr. Terri
lives in Easley, SC with her two sons. She also has a daughter, son-in-law and grandson residing in the Easley area. Terri
is the #1 fan of the Alabama Crimson Tide!!!”
Debbie Stout:
Debbie joined NALS in March 2012 and is a member of the Greenville chapter. She is a legal
assistant with Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice. Debbie has 26 years of legal experience in various areas of law
including bankruptcy, litigation, workers’ compensation, and estate planning and started her career in the legal field at a
bankruptcy firm in California in 1987. She finds satisfaction in helping clients and feeling as though she contributed to
the outcome of the case. Debbie also enjoys interacting with others. If she didn’t pursue a career in the legal field,
Debbie would have been an interior decorator. Her least favorite task at the office is filing and her favorite mode of
communication is the telephone. Debbie is easy to talk to and likes helping others. Where does Debbie hope to see
herself in five years? She and her husband have two 16 year old girls, so as they move on to college together, she will
still be working, hopefully at Womble, paying for their college education. Welcome Debbie!
Kathy D’Amico:
Kathy graduated Bryant College in 1980 and received an A.S. in Legal Secretarial Sciences. She
began her career in 1980. In her 33-year span of work she has found herself in the highest court of the state working for
the Chief Justice of the Rhode Island Supreme Court to the United States District Court,in the Middle District of Florida,
as a docket clerk and back-up courtroom deputy, as well as working in several private law firms. She began working on a
manual typewriter and in those days a secretary was a paralegal, housekeeper, guardian, errand runner, postmaster,
etc., and even sometimes a lawyer. She is currently living in Greenville with her husband and working at Gallivan, White
& Boyd, P.A.
Tanya Owens:
Tanya moved here from Chicago, Illinois 8 years ago.
She has worked in the legal field for 13
years. She attended and granduated from Heald’s Business College in San Francisco, California and is currently working
as a legal assistant with the Gallivan, White & Boyd firm here in Greenville.
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Beth Looper
Debbie Stout
Cathi Tankersley
December 2013
Michelle Dender
DeAnne Barbery
Dee Dee Callison
Kathy D’Amico
Tanya Owens
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
President’s Letter
Upcoming General Meeting Schedule & Raffle Donors
Welcome New Members
Our President, Debbie, Pins our New Members
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Community Projects
Happy Birthday – NALS Anniversary
LSPG 2012-2013 Officers and Committees; Committee Contacts
Calendar at a Glance
Article: Ethics Tip: Consider the 5 C's USED BY PERMISSION OF THE INSTITUTE OF PARALEGAL EDUCATION
PROBATE Seminar Registration Form –February 7, 2014
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LSPG is excited to partner with Serenity Place for our 2013 Charity! Serenity Place is a
residential treatment center for pregnant women, young mothers and their preschool-age
children. Each year, about 120 mothers and children find hope, healing and transformation
in the program, with each family living on-site for four to six months. Up to 48 women and
children are in treatment at Serenity Place at any given time.
When a young mother and her children enter Serenity Place, the family has already been
down a long and dangerous road. The mother is struggling with addiction, and without
help, she is just about to lose her children to the foster care system...possibly forever. She's
also likely to be escaping from sexual abuse. For every five young mothers that come to
Serenity Place, four have been sexually abused, and this abuse often plays a role in the
onset of the mother's addiction.
The children have suffered through no fault of their own, and often come to us traumatized
and confused. Their daily lives have veered from chaos to deadening neglect, without rhyme
or reason. They are often delayed on several developmental levels and emotionally unable
to connect. Without help, they will be unprepared for any kind of classroom environment.
Serenity Place provides an outstanding clinical program with a staff that works 24/7
towards three objectives for all client families: healing the mother's addiction, accelerate the
child's development, and building long term skills for family strength and self sufficiency.
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SERENITY PLACE
WISH LIST
All items are for women and their preschool children, newborn to age 6.
 Baby supplies (diapers, baby wipes, diaper rash cream, bottles, bottle washing baskets, baby
lotion, baby powder, pacifiers, blankets, baby food, etc.)
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Women’s socks, bras, and underwear (new, please)
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New towels and wash cloths
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Toiletries (Shampoo, conditioner, soap, shower gel, toothbrushes, tooth paste, hair brushes,
tampons, pads, deodorant, lotion, shaving cream, razors, etc.)
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Toys for ages birth through six years (new or gently used)
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Bouncy seats (new or gently used)
Art supplies
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School supplies (binders, notebooks, paper, pens, etc.)
Gently used furniture (on an as-needed basis; please inquire first)
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Twin bedsheets (new)
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Twin comforters (new)
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Twin mattress covers (new)
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Pillows (new)
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Crib sheets (new)
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Car seats (new or gently used)
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Strollers (new or gently used)
The Academy Wish List
All items are for teenage boys, ages 13 – 17.
 Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothbrushes and tooth paste, deodorant, shaving cream
and razors)
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Tissues
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Medical supplies (Band-Aids, antibiotic cream, Pepto-Bismol, cough drops)
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Pants, shorts (sizes 32-42)
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Dress shirts
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Shoes
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Undershirts
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Underwear
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Socks
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Jackets
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School supplies for boys age 13 - 17
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Art supplies of all kinds, but especially yarn, beads
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Musical instruments (left handed guitars, amp)
Books
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Movies on DVD (rated G through PG-13)
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Sports equipment (basketballs, footballs, softball gloves, bats, etc.)
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Gardening tools (shovels, gloves, hoes, etc.)
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Postage Stamps for letters to home
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Batteries (common household sizes)
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Working computers (five years old or less, please)
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DVD / VCR player
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Dog supplies (food, beds, treats, toys, etc.)
DECEMBER
12/09 – Cathy Boggs
12/11 – Miriam Williamson
12/25 – Mary Beth Morgan
DECEMBER
12-21 - JoAnne Gregory
JANUARY
01/26 – Vickie Halstead
JANUARY
FEBRUARY
02/03 – Lois Belle
FEBRUARY
02/13 – Tara Brown
02/13 – Katie Johnson
02/23 – Camilla Pitman
02/23 – Fran Powell
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ANN P. ARMSTRONG
Ann P. Armstrong was a charter member of LSPG. Would you like to honor a friend with
a donation to the Ann P. Armstrong, PLS Scholarship? Or, maybe you would like to
make a donation in someone’s memory? Please do so and we will print your
honorarium in our next issue of LINKS.
I thank my God in all my remembrance of you. Philippians 1:3
LEGAL STAFF PROFESSIONALS OF GREENVILLE
2013-2014 OFFICERS
PRESIDENT
Debbie (Deb) Reynolds, PP, PLS
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough
104 S. Main Street, Suite 900
Greenville, SC 29601
Phone: (864)250-2251
Fax: (864)250-2377
E-mail: [email protected]
PRESIDENT-ELECT
A. Yvonne Fortner, PP, PLS
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice
550 S. Main Street, Suite 400
Greenville, SC 29601
Phone: (864) 239-5950
Fax: (864) 255-5440
E-mail: [email protected]
VICE PRESIDENT MEMBERSHIP
Dee Dee Callison
Evelyn M. Angeletti, Attorney at Law
512 Pettigru Street
Greenville, SC 29601
Phone: (864)271-1389
Cell: (864)325-1459
E-mail: [email protected]
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SECRETARY
Vickie Halstead
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough
104 S. Main Street, Suite 900
Greenville, SC 29601-2711
E-mail:[email protected]
TREASURER
Tara Prevatte, PP, PLS
Greene Law Firm, PA
11 McGee Street
Greenville, SC 29601
Phone: (864) 271-7940
Fax: (864) 370-3413
Cell: (864) 350-0937
E-mail: [email protected]
LEGAL STAFF PROFESSIONALS OF GREENVILLE
2013-2014 COMMITTEE CONTACTS
Ann P. Armstrong Scholarship
Myra Culbertson
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice
Office: 864.239.5959
E-mail: [email protected]
Audit/Financial Review
Jimi L. Bullard, ALS
Office: (864) 233-8888
E-mail: [email protected]
JoAnne Gregory
County of Greenville
Office: (864)467-7111
Email: [email protected]
Michelle Dender
Snelling Staffing Services
Office: (864)234-2500
Email: [email protected]
Camilla G. Pitman, PLS
City of Greenville
Office: (864) 467-4431
Email: [email protected]
Certification & Legal Education
A. Yvonne Fortner, PP, PLS
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice
Office: (864) 239-5950
E-mail: [email protected]
Marketing/Publicity
Camilla G. Pitman, PLS
City of Greenville
Office: (864) 467-4431
Email: [email protected]
Membership
Coupon Books
Award of Excellence
Office: (864)271-1389
E-mail: [email protected]
Cathy Boggs
Godshall Staffing
Office: (864)242-3492
Email: [email protected]
Dee Dee Callison
Evelyn M. Angeletti, Attorney at Law
Office: (864)271-1389
Cell: (864)325-1459
E-mail: [email protected]
Employment
Nominations/Parliamentarian
JoAnne Gregory
County of Greenville
Office: (864)467-7111
Email: [email protected]
Patti Bacon
Court Reporter
Office/Home: (864) 675-5766
Cell: (864) 430-0173
E-mail: [email protected]
Finance/Raffle/Chinese Auction
Chaplain
Martha Crampton
Gallivan, White & Boyd, P.A.
Office: (864)241-7005
Email: [email protected]
Chapter Advisor/Imm. Past Pres.
Patti Bacon
Court Reporter
Home/Office: (864) 675-5766
E-mail: [email protected]
Community Projects
Debbie Stout – Chair
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice
Office: (864)255-5400
Email: [email protected]
Community Project Committee:
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Tara Prevatte, PP, PLS
Greene Law Firm, PA
Office: (864) 271-7940
E-mail: [email protected]
Probate Seminar
Jimi L. Bullard, ALS
Probate CLE Chair
Office: (864) 233-8888
E-mail: [email protected]
Greeter & Sunshine
Debbie Stout
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice
Office: (864)255-5400
Email: [email protected]
Michelle Dender
Snelling Staffing Services
Email: [email protected]
Office: (864)234-2500
LINKS Editor
Probate Committee:
Dee Dee Callison
Myra Culbertson
Vickie Halstead
Reservations
Each member will receive an email
each month with lunch choices to which
you will need to reply to reserve your
space at the luncheon.
Dee Dee Callison
Evelyn M. Angeletti, Attorney at Law
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Speakers
Technology/Website
Katie M. Johnson
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough
Office: (864) 250.2267
A. Yvonne Fortner, PP, PLS
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice
Phone: (864) 239-5950
E-mail: [email protected]
E-mail: [email protected]
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Early Registration NALS Prof. Development Conf. due
Board Meeting, City Hall, 1st Floor, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
NALS ALP Exam
LINKS deadline
General Membership Meeting, Poinsett Club, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
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App for ALP/PLS/PP Mar exam due
Board Meeting
General Membership Meeting, Poinsett Club, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
LSPSC Winter Meeting, Columbia
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2/27-3/2
Probate Seminar
Board Meeting
Spotlight Deadline
General Membership Meeting, Poinsett Club, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
NALS Professional Development Conference
LOOKING AHEAD…..
February
March
April
December 2013
4 – Probate Seminar
19 – Elections @membership meeting
29 – ALP/PLS/PP Exams
8 – Registration for LSPSC Annual Meeting due
25-27 LSPSC Annual Meeting, Santee
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Ethics Tip: Consider the 5 C's
Vicki Voisin, ACP
When you consider ethics issues, there are five areas you must pay
attention to...and each begins with the letter 'C'.
Ethics are covered by the American Bar Association's Model Rules of Professional Conduct
(www.abanet.org) and also by your state's Model rules. For purposes of this article, I will refer to the
ABA's Model Rules.
1. Conflicts: Model Rules 1.7-1.11 refer to conflicts of interest that attorneys may encounter. Here
are some tips to avoid conflicts:
Have a system in place to check conflicts. This should include both former and current clients.
Who's the client? Be sure it is clear whom the firm is representing. Is it the husband, the wife, or the
husband and the wife? Is it the insurance company or the insured? The corporation or a corporate
employee?
Never use information you have gathered during the representation of a client to later sue that
client.
Pay attention to new hires, both attorneys and support staff. If they have a conflict, the firm may
avoid disqualification by obtaining waivers from opposing parties and by screening the employee
from contact with the matter.
2. Confidentiality: Model Rule 1.6 refers to the duty to keep all information related to the
representation of a client confidential.
Never discuss client matters with anyone outside the office. This includes billing information and
factual situations...even if you don't mention the client's name. 'Outside the office' includes the
hallway, elevator, rest rooms, courthouse hallways, restaurants, parties and seminars.
Be careful when you're using electronics. Conversations on a cell phone have an expectation of
privacy but only when the parties take steps to keep the conversation private. Keep careful watch
over your laptop...if it's stolen, a wealth of data could be lost or compromised.
Emails and faxes also have an expectation of privacy but you should always have the client's
permission (preferably in writing) before communicating this way. Be sure the client is available to
receive the email or the fax so that the communication is not intercepted by a third party.
There are some exceptions to the confidentiality rule: to prevent the client from killing or seriously
harming someone; to prevent the client from committing a crime; to bring or defend a claim against
a client. In each of these situations, the attorney may disclose only information essential to the
matter.
3. Cash. Model Rule 1.15 covers the duty to protect the client's property. Know your state's rules
regarding this duty as it varies from state to state.
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The client's funds cannot be commingled with the firm's funds.
The firm can't 'borrow' from the client's funds, even with the intention of repaying the money before
anyone finds out.
The client's money may be transferred to the firm's business account only at such time as the fees
are earned.
Every firm must maintain a separate trust account which is also referred as an IOLTA account.
(IOLTA = Interest on Lawyer Trust Accounts)
There are strict rules for reconciling the trust account and also for persons who are allowed to
handle the account. Again, check your state's rules for more information.
4. Competence. Model Rule 1.1 refers to the duty of the attorney to possess the legal knowledge and
expertise to handle the client's issues.
Have the resources and the time to handle the client's case, including properly trained staff and the
necessary equipment.
Be sure to attend appropriate continuing education events.
Manage time effectively so that deadlines are met.
Assess staff workload regularly to be sure work is getting done.
Delegate work according to ability.
5. Communications. Model Rule 1.4 covers the duty to adequately and appropriately communicate
with clients.
Be sure clients understand that the attorney is not always available for immediate response and
provide alternative personnel for the client to use to relay messages.
The so-called "Blackberry Culture' has clients expecting attorneys to be available 24/7 and to
respond immediately. Explain to clients that their issues are important and that they will receive a
response once the matter has been given the careful consideration it deserves.
While the attorney may delegate much client contact to paralegals, the attorney is obligated to
maintain a direct relationship with the client.
Clients must be kept reasonably informed of the status of the case and provided with enough
information to make decisions.
Withdrawal from a case requires special steps. The client must be informed and, in most instances,
the client's file must be made available upon request.
One last rule: Model Rule 5.3 refers to the lawyer's duty with regard to nonlawyer assistants:
(a) a partner, and a lawyer who individually or together with other lawyers possesses comparable
managerial authority in a law firm shall make reasonable efforts to ensure that the firm has in effect
measures giving reasonable assurance that the person's conduct is compatible with the professional
obligations of the lawyer;
(b) a lawyer having direct supervisory authority over the nonlawyer shall make reasonable efforts to
ensure that the person's conduct is compatible with the professional obligations of the lawyer; and
(c) a lawyer shall be responsible for conduct of such a person that would be a violation of the Rules
of Professional Conduct if engaged in by a lawyer if:
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(1) the lawyer orders or, with the knowledge of the specific conduct, ratifies the conduct involved; or
(2) the lawyer is a partner or has comparable managerial authority in the law firm in which the
person is employed, or has direct supervisory authority over the person, and knows of the conduct
at a time when its consequences can be avoided or mitigated but fails to take reasonable remedial
action.
Your challenge: Familiarize yourself with the ABA's Model Rules of Professional Conduct, as well as
the rules that have been adopted by your state. The ABA also has Guidelines for the Utilization of
Paralegal Services that can be reviewed at www.abanet.org
The attorney's ethical obligations are your obligations, too, and you should thoroughly understand
the all-important 5 C's: Conflicts, Confidentiality, Cash, Competence and Communication. In the
end, though, trust your instincts: if an action doesn't feel right or ethical, it probably isn't. Every
state bar association maintains an ethics hot line. Call yours if you have questions.
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©2010 Vicki Voisin, Inc.
Do you want to use this article in your newsletter, ezine or Web site? You can so long as you include this entire blurb with it:
Vicki Voisin, "The Paralegal Mentor", delivers simple strategies for paralegals and other professionals to create success and
satisfaction by achieving goals and determining the direction they will take their careers. Vicki spotlights resources,
organizational tips, ethics issues, and other areas of continuing education to help paralegals and others reach their full
potential. She publishes a weekly ezine titled Paralegal Strategies and co-hosts The Paralegal Voice, a monthly podcast
produced by Legal Talk Network. More information is available at www.paralegalmentor.com.
*Those of us who attended the NALS National Conference in Atlanta in October had the privilege of
meeting Vicki Voisin!!
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Let’s not forget to fill out the member Chapter Outreach Form
Here’s the link:
http://www.lspsc.org/MemberChapter_Outreach_Program.pdf
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PROBATE JUDGE DEBORA FAULKNER
PRESENTS
A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF THE NEW AND REVISED ESTATE FORMS
FRIDAY, February 7, 2014, 9 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
County Council Chambers/Flag Pole Entrance
301 University Ridge, Greenville, SC 29601
Continental Breakfast @ Registration and Break sponsored by LEGAL EAGLE.
Thank you Legal Eagle!
ABOUT THE SPEAKER AND PROGRAM
The Honorable Debora A. Faulkner, Greenville County Probate Court Judge, served as Chairman of the Forms Committee for
the S.C. Probate Judges Association. Judge Faulkner supervised revisions to the estate forms to comport with the new Probate
Code. The seminar will be held on Friday, February 7, 2014, in the Greenville County Council Chambers, 301 University
Ridge, Greenville, South Carolina. Registration will be from 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m., and the seminar will begin promptly at 9 a.m.
and end at approximately 12:15 p.m. A box lunch will be provided as you leave the CLE.
Judge Faulkner will be presenting a comprehensive review on the new and revised estate forms. In addition, there will be
presentations given by representatives from other areas of the Greenville County Probate Court. Each attendee will receive a
complete notebook of outlines, forms, statutes, new probate brochures, and other resource materials (available in notebook
style or on CD).
This is a critical Probate Seminar you will want to attend, featuring Judge Faulkner and the Probate Court staff who will be
ready to answer questions you may have regarding forms, procedures or rules pertaining to your dealings with Probate Court.
This will be an invaluable insight into the Probate Court system in Greenville County.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND THIS SEMINAR?
This seminar will preview the new and revised probate forms from the recently enacted legislative revisions.
Additionally, this CLE will provide an overview of the Probate Court processes for the Greenville County Probate Court and
an opportunity to interact with the staff of the Probate Court. The Legal Staff Professionals of Greenville encourages
attendance by any attorney, paralegal, legal assistant, legal staff and all other professions who handle Probate Court cases and
who want to expand their knowledge of court procedures and recent legislative changes on new or revised forms that have been
enacted, implemented and utilized by the Court.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
CLE CREDIT (Study Course No. 140030 - 3.0 CLE hours)
Name:
Employer:
Address:
Phone/E-mail:
SC Bar No. (if an attorney): NALS Member No. (if applicable):
FEES Enclosed – check one:
Registration w/Notebook & CD ($110) _______________; Registration w/CD ($85) _____________.
Registration w/Notebook ($85) _________________;
I am a current NALS/LSPG Member (deduct $15 from selected registration fee) _______________________.
Cancellations made after January 28, 2014, will receive a refund less a $25 service fee.
To register, please return this registration form with your check payable to LSPG to:
Tara Brown, PP, PLS – Probate CLE Coordinator
Legal Staff Professionals of Greenville (LSPG)
11 McGee Street, Greenville SC 29601
864-271-7940; 864-350-0937
E-mail: [email protected]
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NALS AFFINITY PROVIDERS
Through outside sources NALS is able to bring members many services that otherwise might be substantially more
expensive.
Current NALS Affinity Providers
 Aflac
NALS is making Aflac’s accident, cancer/specified-disease, and dental insurance policies available to its
members. For more information visit www.aflac.com/nals/.
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Avis Car Rental
We are pleased to announce that Avis is now a supplier of rental car services for members of NALS. For
personal and/or business rentals when making a reservation, use Avis Worldwide Discount number
(AWD) S018600.
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FedEx
By participating in the FedEx® Advantage Program, NALS members are eligible for the following discounts:
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o Up to 16% off select FedEx Express U.S. shipping
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o Up to 12% off select FedEx Ground shipping
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o Up to 20% off select FedEx Office services
There are two ways for NALS members to enroll in the Advantage Program — apply online using passcode
MW2LGZ and your NALS membership number or call a FedEx Advantage enrollment specialist at
1.800.345.6227 and provide passcode MW2LGZ and your NALS membership number to enroll over the
phone.
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Hertz Car Rental
Take advantage of special discounts available through your organization’s Hertz Member Savings
program. Your Association Hertz CDP# 1485573 is the key. Be sure to include it on all your reservations
and be sure to present your membership card or Hertz discount card for identification at the time of rental.
Visit Hertz.com or call Hertz at 1-800-654-2210.
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Liberty Mutual
Special Offer on Auto and Home Insurance
As an NALS member, you could receive exclusive savings on Liberty Mutual Auto and Home Insurance. You
may visit a local office or call 1-800-524-9400 and mention client #4606.
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UPS
UPS is the newest partner with NALS and now offers NALS members a discount of up to 26%. For complete
details or to let other members know how to sign up, visit http://www.savewithups.com/nals/ or call (800)
325-7000. Use promo code WES403 to enroll.
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CERTIFICATIONS
Prepare for your certification exam online in the Online Learning Center!
DEADLINE FOR MARCH 1, 2014 EXAM: January 1, 2014 - Apply online today!
Specialty Certificate: Litigation/Civil Law
Corporate Law
Estate Planning/Family Law
General Law
WebEd
WebEd sessions are multimedia webinars. Registration fees are $35 for NALS members and $50 for nonmembers for each CLE session, unless otherwise specified. NEW! Members may now purchase a package
of six webinars for the low rate of $99! If you choose to purchase the package of six webinars, you have
the option of choosing any webinar available during the course of one year, however, all six webinars
must be completed within the one year period. Free-to-members webinars do not count toward your six
purchased sessions. Please note that no refunds are available for the package offer.
A toll free number is provided with your registration. All attendees must register in order to receive
Certificates of Attendance and CLE credit. For special group rates, possible group discounts, or
additional questions, please email [email protected].
Contact NALS Certification Manager to ensure that you receive your free one-year
membership.
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Calling All Students . . .
Did you know that effective immediately, NALS will be offering a one-year FREE membership to
students of approved legal studies and paralegal studies programs who have registered to take the ALS or
PP certification exam? In an effort to recruit new members, NALS has changed its eligibility
requirements to sit for the PP exam. Students of an approved paralegal studies program who are nearing
graduation will now be eligible to sit for the PP exam, provided their instructor signs off on a graduation
a package of affidavit.
Become the next member to take the certification challenge.
NALS Certification http://www.nals.org/?page_id=55
Current South Carolina Certifications
ALP
PLS
PP
Other Certifications
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2
30
11
5
FYI: There is now a charge for Online Training. You can purchase a package of classes.
Information has been posted on the website and in the NALS docket.
NALS CODE OF ETHICS
Members of NALS are bound by the objectives of this association and the standards of
conduct required of the legal profession. Every member shall:
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Encourage respect for the law and the administration of justice;
Observe rules governing privileged communications and confidential information;
Promote and exemplify high standards of loyalty, cooperation, and courtesy;
Perform all duties of the profession with integrity and competence; and
Pursue a high order of professional attainment.
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How are you promoting your local chapter?
Write an article for a publication?
Attend a local chapter meeting?
Attend a LSPSC meeting?
Attend a NALS meeting?
Tell anyone about local/state/NALS today?
Invite someone to your local/state/NALS meeting?
Marketing is the activity, set of institutions, and processes for creating, communicating,
delivering, and exchanging offerings that have value for customers, clients, partners, and
society at large. What better way to value your profession – promote !
If you have a great idea for promoting that has worked for you and your chapter, pass it along
to Marketing Chairman Camilla Pitman at [email protected].
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on Facebook @Legal Staff Professionals of Greenville!
Editor: Dee Dee Callison
Evelyn M. Angeletti, Attorney at Law
512 Pettigru Street, Greenville, SC 29601
Phone: 864-325-1459  [email protected]
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