Paralegal Tea Time

Paralegal Tea Time

By Melissa Acosta and Laurie RobinsonBusinessCareers
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Paralegal Tea Time episodes

  • SEASON 3 (FEATURING CHERE ESTRIN)

    🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🚨 We’re spilling the tea with Chere Estrin, author of Power Plays for Legal Professionals! In this episode, Chere shares insider strategies to help legal professionals level up their careers and make power moves in the legal world. Chere Estrin is a highly accomplished professional in the legal industry, known for her expertise in legal staffing, training, and education. As the CEO of Estrin Legal Staffing and President of The Organization of Legal Professionals (an online legal tech training company), she has placed high-level legal professionals including attorneys, C-Suite, litigation support professionals, technology experts, paralegals, administrators, managers, and legal service providers at AmLaw 100+ firms and Fortune 1000 in-house legal departments. 🎧 Tune in now and hear Chere’s expert tips and advice on career growth, networking, and navigating the legal industry. 🔗 Learn more about Chere at estrinreport.com#LegalProfessionals #PowerPlays #LegalCareer #CareerGrowth #LegalTips #LegalAdvice #ChereEstrin #LegalPodcast #SpillTheTea #LawyersOfTwitter #LegalIndustry #Networking #LegalLeadership #PodcastEpisode #LawProfessionals #LegalCommunity


    Chere B. Estrin

    Power Plays for Legal Professionals: Strategies for Moving Your Career Forward

    https://a.co/d/gMHRYDa


    42 min
  • SEASON 3 (FEATURING VINCENT-DECEMBER EPISODE)

    New Episode: Paralegal Tea Time with Guest Vincent Ascolese In this episode of Paralegal Tea Time, we’re joined by Vincent Ascolese, Senior Paralegal at a national law firm, specializing in personal injury defense and an active member of the Paralegal Association of New Jersey. Vincent can be reached on LinkedIn. With the holidays approaching and stress levels rising, Vincent stops by to discuss the power of mindfulness and how paralegals can use it throughout their day. Mindfulness is the practice of being fully present and aware in the current moment without judgment, allowing us to respond—not react—to what’s around us. This thoughtful conversation highlights how mindfulness supports wellness, focus, and balance—perfect for paralegals managing demanding workloads and holiday pressures. So grab your favorite cup of tea and enjoy the episode!

    30 min
  • Peach State Power: Rashida Forbes on Freelance Paralegal Success

    ☕️ New Episode Alert! ☕️ This episode, we’re spilling some Southern-style tea with a fabulous guest from the Peach State! 🍑 Meet Rashida Forbes, the powerhouse owner of RF Legal Support — a thriving freelance paralegal business serving clients across Georgia and beyond. Rashida stopped by Paralegal Tea Time to share valuable tips, insider insights, and some serious inspiration for anyone in the legal field. She’s not just a business owner — she’s a true advocate for the paralegal community, giving back through her quarterly webinars and networking events that help empower legal professionals everywhere. Tune in for this inspiring conversation and get ready to sip on some wisdom! ☕️✨ You can connect with Rashida Forbes at www.rflegalsupport.com and on LinkedIn.

    40 min
  • Season 3 Episode 13 Featuring IHOR

    🎙️ New Episode Alert! ☕ This week on the Paralegal Tea Time Podcast, we had the pleasure of chatting with Ihor Andruch, Assistant Director of Career Services and Adjunct Professor at Berkeley College — and wow, did he bring the wisdom! 💼✨ Ihor shared invaluable résumé tips to help you stand out, insightful advice on finding and using community resources, and smart strategies for landing — and thriving in — internships that can launch your legal career. 🚀 Whether you’re a paralegal student, a recent grad, or a professional looking to grow, this episode is packed with practical guidance and inspiration you don’t want to miss. 🎧 Tune in on your favorite podcast platform and take your career toolkit to the next level! You can connect with Ihor on LinkedIn and at [email protected] #ParalegalTeaTimePodcast #LegalCareers #BerkeleyCollege #ParalegalLife #CareerTips #Internships #ProfessionalGrowth"

    46 min
  • SEASON 3 (FEATURING HEATHER PICKETT)

    Paralegal Tea Time Podcast Today, we're examining the impact of widespread layoffs across various industries, the rising cost of living—particularly the surging prices of eggs and groceries—and how these mounting economic pressures may lead more individuals to consider filing for bankruptcy. To help us unpack this complex issue, we’re joined by fellow paralegal Heather Pickett, the owner of Propel Paralegal Services. Heather is a multifaceted legal professional with experience spanning various practice areas including bankruptcy, which has been her focused area of expertise. Heather has volunteered with the Conflict Resolution Center for Montgomery County and the NCSE. As an active member of the legal community, Heather serves on the National Federation of Paralegal Associations Ethics Board and the Maryland State Bar Association's Paralegal Task Force.


    You can learn more or get in touch with Heather at https://www.propelparalegal.com.

    31 min
  • SEASON 3 TRENDING TEA EPISODE 6 (JACLYN FOSTER)

    Jaclyn Foster is the author of “Paralegals Should Be Millionaires,” a paralegal entrepreneur and legal industry thought leader. Jaclyn’s mission is to challenge the outdated norms of the legal industry and redefine what’s possible for paralegals. Through her writing, coaching, and online resources, she helps legal professionals build businesses, create freedom, and take back control of their careers. Her book can be purchased at Amazon. Her resources can be found at www.jaclynfoster.com

    49 min
  • Tea with a Trailblazer: Cheryl Nodarse on NALA’s Past, Present, & Future

    New 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 celebration. Attendees can earn up to 12.5 CLE hours, explore the Expo Hall, and join the 50th Anniversary Gala on Friday evening. Don't miss the chance to be part of this historic occasion!​ NALA 🔗 Register now: https://nala.org/nala-conference-expo/ 🎧 Listen to the full episode now wherever you get your podcasts! #ParalegalTeaTime #NALA50 #NALAConference #ParalegalPodcast #LegalProfessionals #CherylNodarse #WomenInLaw

    46 min
  • SEASON 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 estate plans in these delicate circumstances. 👩‍💼 Learn more about Laura and her practice at LWK & Associates. 🔗


    Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Tf34gMlYEehKqysyNd5dh]

    #EstatePlanning #SimultaneousDeathClause #EstateAdmin #ParalegalTeaTime #TrendingTea #GeneHackmanEstate #LWKAssociates #LegalPodcast #EstateLaw #PlanningForTheFuture"

    30 min
  • Navigating Employment Law: Insights from Beth P. Zoller

    We 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.com

    31 min

About Paralegal Tea Time

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The "Paralegal Tea Time" podcast is a great resource for paralegals and legal professionals. Created by Melissa Acosta of Melissa Acosta Freelance Paralegal Services LLC and Jessica Williams of Williams Paralegal Services, the podcast provides a platform for discussions on hot topics and other relevant issues in the legal industry. Now co-hosted by Melissa Acosta and Laurie A. Robinson (President of the New Jersey Paralegal Convention), it continues to serve as a forum for insightful conversations tailored to paralegals.