HISTORY

The Paralegal Association of Rochester, Inc. ("PAR" or the "Association") was founded in 1975 and incorporated in 1979 as a not-for-profit corporation. PAR acts in the interest of its members to meet a variety of objectives.

OBJECTIVES

To establish and maintain high standards of ethical conduct by members of the Association
To organize and conduct seminars, conferences and study groups to aid and supplement members' legal education.
To encourage continuing education.
To act as a resource center for the paralegal profession.
To encourage members to donate their time and services to local legal and social service agencies.
To provide a forum for the exchange of viewpoints on matters of professional interest.
To provide a network for local paralegals in the support and exchange of ideas.
To keep members abreast of case law which affects or may affect the paralegal profession.

The Association carries out its objectives through the efforts of its committees.

The Education/Program Committee develops programs, seminars and materials relating to continuing education for paralegals. This committee also plans events for our members.

The Employment Committee maintains a list of current paralegal job openings provided by area law firms and businesses.

The Professional Development Committee investigates matters concerning the paralegal profession and serves as a liaison with local and state associations.

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