Guest host, Linda Odermott, joins us for another great interview in her Paralegal Real Talk contributing series, where she gives us a deep dive into the latest happenings with paralegal licensing, access to justice, and the impact on the paralegal profession.   In this episode, Linda interviews Colorado State Supreme Court Justice Melissa Hart. Justice Hart speaks frankly about the access to justice problem and the importance of being in the room if you want to get started on making a change in your state. You don't want to miss this motivating and inspiring episode! Key Takeaways:

• The implementation of licensed legal paraprofessionals in Colorado aims to foster a supportive environment for underserved individuals without requiring high legal fees.

• New Colorado Rules of Family Procedure are set to streamline the legal process for unrepresented litigants, reducing confusion and intimidation in the courtroom.

• Justice Hart advocates for the use of plain language in legal documents to enhance understanding and usability for the general public.

• Paralegals have an essential role in pro bono work and can significantly contribute to improving access to legal services for those in need.

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