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The Paralegal Association of Wisconsin is pleased to announce
a $550 scholarship for the Spring 2027 semester.
All supporting materials must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, December 14, 2026. Submissions should be sent to admin@wisconsinparalegals.com. The recipient will be selected no later than Friday, December 18, 2026. The scholarship check will be issued upon receipt of the student’s proof of enrollment for the upcoming semester.
CHANGE TO SBWCPTM RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS State Bar of Wisconsin Certified Paralegal (SBWCP) certifications require 15 CLE credits (included 3 ethics credits). Please see the Recertification Process page for additional information. Not yet certified? Please see PAW's Paralegal Development page for additional information. Must pass the General Certification Test. Are you interested in a new opportunity for certified paralegals to further distinguish themselves within the SBWCP program? The State Bar now offers an SBWCP General Certification Test. PAW Members, Check out the Classified Job Listings updated 09/30/2026! PAW MEMBERSHIP MENTAL HEALTH: If you’re feeling overwhelmed, please know you’re not alone and that support is available. The Wisconsin State Bar offers assistance through WisLAP (wisbar.org/WisLAP) and the Wisconsin Dept of Health Services provides additional mental health resources and support. Upcoming events
OFFICE OF LAWYER REGULATION TRAININGS November 10, 2026; noon to 1PM Central. FREE online webinar; Approved for 1.0 LAU Perfect as the Enemy of Good: Strategies for Combatting Perfectionism & The Fear of Mistakes with Tracy Kepler, Executive Director of Pilot Legis. Learn about the phenomenon of perfectionism, and how different types of perfectionism can be harmful or beneficial. Discover strategies to "tame your inner perfectionist" and managed perfectionistic tendencies. Uncover ways in which maladaptive perfectionism and the fear of making mistakes can impact clients, firm liability, and professional obligations. November 13, 2026; 9 AM to 1 PM Central. FREE online webinar; Pending approval 4.0 CLE/EPR 2026 Annual Trust Account Update The annual trust account update for 2026 will cover trust account basics, payment fraud and fraud prevention, record keeping and account closing, and 2026 hot topics including flat fees, restitution of unearned fees, billing implications related to AI usage, and scams targeting lawyers. Register via Zoom Webinar here. December 3, 2026; noon to 1 PM Central. FREE online webinar; Pending approval for 1.0 CLE/LAU Beyond "Just Say No": The Mindset & Strategy of Effective Boundaries with Attorney Heather Moulder Learning objectives will include reframing productivity, how to filter new requests against priorities to avoid people-pleasing, and a practical reference of short scripts to help you effectively say "no" or pause before over-committing. Register via Zoom Webinar here. | Skilled Paralegal Support for Your Practice. Here are some PAW members that are independent contractors: Employers! |