Dallas Area Paralegal Association upcoming events

DAPA Presentation + Intellectual Property CLE | AI and Copyright Infringement from an Economic Perspective (Monday, August 10, 2026)

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

RESCHEDULED!

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY CLE

AI AND COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT FROM AN ECONOMIC PERSPECTIVE

Presented By: Liz Mendoza

Liz Mendoza is a Litigation Project Specialist at Analysis Group, one of the largest international economics consulting firms. Ms. Mendoza specializes in applying financial and economic analysis to complex litigation involving intellectual property (IP) infringement, copyright infringement, antitrust matters, breach of contract, and other business disputes. She earned a B.A. in Government from New Mexico State University in 2015 and an MBA from Texas Woman's University in 2024.

This event qualifies for 1.0 hour of General CLE credit through DAPA.

For additional questions regarding this event, please contact the Education Vice President, Rachel Johnson at education@dallasparalegals.org.

Beyond The Briefs Series | Healthy Habits for Legal Professionals (Tuesday, August 18, 2026)

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

CALLING ALL STUDENTS PARALEGALS AND

SEASONED PARALEGALS!

Beyond the Briefs Series

Returns for 2026!

"Healthy Habits for Legal Professionals"

The legal field demands so much of us — focus, stamina, and the ability to stay grounded under pressure. This Beyond the Briefs session creates space to explore the habits that help legal professionals thrive, not just survive.

Join us for a supportive, conversation‑driven workshop where we’ll share practical strategies for building healthier routines, managing stress, and creating balance in a profession that rarely slows down. Walk away with simple, sustainable habits you can start using immediately to support your well‑being and your work.

***For additional questions regarding this event, please contact Programs Vice President, Madison Fitzgerald at programs@dallasparalegals.org. ***

***This event is not approved for CLE.***

DAPA Advanced Full-Day CLE Seminar (Friday, August 21, 2026)

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Join DAPA at the Advanced Full-Day CLE Seminar!

New pricing!

New group rates!

All registration closes August 5, 2026

Limited space is available. Don't delay! Register today!

When: Friday, August 21, 2026

Where: Arts District Mansion

2100 Ross Avenue, Dallas, TX 75201

Time:

Registration Check-in and Breakfast 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.

CLE Seminar: 9:00 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.

DAPA Members - $75

DAPA Student Members $55

Dallas College and SMU Paralegal Students (code required) - $25

Non-DAPA Members $85

Group Rate of $60 for three or more paralegals! Email pd@dallasparalegals.org for details.

Last day to register is August 5, 2026!

Speakers:

John Holden: Retired but formerly of Jackson Walker - Oil & Gas, The industry the world loves to hate!

Kenda Culpepper: Rockwall County DA - National crime trends that are grabbing the headlines!

Kathryn Flowers Samler and Heather Ulliman: Goranson Bain Ausley - leveling up legal teamwork and dealing with conflicting personalities

Tanya Henderson: Dallas Bar Ethics Chair, Assistant General Counsel at Hilltop Holdings - ethics

Amy M. Stewart: Stewart Law Group - Social media and investigations before litigation

Chad Baruch: Tobey Baruch Law- legal writing

Event Highlights:

Breakfast and lunch buffet included with each ticket!

Garage parking!

Opportunities to win door prizes from our seminar sponsors!

Registrations are not available at the door.

All sales final. No cancellations. No exceptions!

This seminar qualifies for 6.0 hours of General CLE and 1.0 Hours of Ethics CLE credit through DAPA.

TBLS Hours Available:

3.00 in Civil Trial Law, 3.00 in Criminal Law

3.00 in Family Law

2.00 in Oil, Gas & Mineral Law

3.00 in Personal Injury Trial Law

***For additional questions regarding this event, please contact Professional Development Director, Madeline Burr pd@dallasparalegals.org

SPONSORSHIP | DAPA Advanced Full-Day CLE Seminar (Friday, August 21, 2026)

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Join DAPA at the Advanced Full-Day CLE Seminar!

Sponsorship Opportunities Available!

Limited sponsorships are available. Don't delay! Register today!

Thank you for your support!

DAPA would not be successful without your support!

***For additional questions regarding this event, please contact Professional Development Director, Madeline Burr at pd@dallasparalegals.org and Sustaining Member Liaison Alexa Bussell at sustaining@dallasparalegals.org***

TAPS presented by the State Bar of Texas Paralegal Division (Wednesday, September 30, 2026)

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT

From State Bar of Texas Paralegal Division

TAPS 2026 Online registration is open!

September 30 - October 2, 2026 | San Antonio

JOIN US FOR THREE DAYS OF CLE, NETWORKING AND ENTERTAINMENT!

NETWORK WITH PARALEGALS FROM ACROSS THE STATE
EARN UP TO 13 HOURS OF CLE
EXPERIENCE CAREER ADVANCEMENT THROUGH EDUCATION
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
VISIT THE EXHIBIT HALL AND MEET TOP VENDORS IN THE LEGAL FIELD
WEDNESDAY WELCOME SOCIAL, THURSDAY NETWORKING SOCIAL, AND FRIDAY ANNUAL MEETING LUNCHEON

Go to: https://txpd.org/taps-home/ or click image below.

***Not a DAPA event***

EXPERIENCES | DAPA 50th Anniversary GALA (Saturday, December 12, 2026)

Sat, 12 Dec 2026 23:30:00 GMT

Limited sponsorships are available.

Don't delay! Register today!

Thank you for your support!

DAPA would not be successful without your support!

***For additional questions regarding these experiences, please contact President Christine Curtis at president@dallasparalegals.org.***