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  • Litigation Section Meeting + CLE | Interpreting the Law - What Texas Paralegals Need to Know About Interpreter Laws and Compliance

    • Tuesday, October 13, 2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Zoom
    • 67
    Register


    Litigation Section Meeting + CLE


    Interpreting the Law:

    What Texas Paralegals Need to Know About Interpreter Laws and Compliance


    October 13, 2026

         

    Speaker

    Karina De La Cruz-Phraner

    Karina De La Cruz-Phraner is the Founder and CEO of Horizon Legal Solutions, Inc., a nationally recognized company specializing in professional translation and interpretation services, with a strong focus on the legal and medical communities. As a former paralegal and experienced professional interpreter, Karina brings a unique perspective to the critical role language access plays in the legal profession. Her firsthand experience working on both sides of the legal-language process gives her a practical understanding of the challenges paralegals and legal professionals face when working with interpreters and limited-English-proficient clients.

    Karina is a sought-after national speaker who has presented CLE programs for numerous state bar associations and paralegal associations across the country, as well as at national conferences. She regularly shares practical guidance on language access, working effectively with certified interpreters, professional ethics, and best practices for legal professionals.

    Two years ago, Karina expanded her mission of supporting legal professionals by founding Horizon Premier Staffing (HPS), which provides high-quality staffing solutions and bilingual virtual assistant services designed to help law firms streamline operations, reduce overhead, and improve efficiency. She currently serves on a Grievance Committee for The Florida Bar. Beyond her professional work, Karina is a wife, proud mother of two, and devoted fur mom to her fluffy companion, Coco. She enjoys exercising, traveling, and relaxing with a great glass of wine.

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

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

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  • 2026 Paralegal Day Luncheon

    • Wednesday, October 21, 2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Arts District Mansion | 2101 Ross Ave, Dallas, TX 75201
    • 43
    Register



    Registration is now LIVE!  RSVP Today!

    ** Each attendee is responsible for the cost of parking and meals at the event venue.


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  • Litigation Law Section Meeting + CLE | Autonomous Vehicles & Rideshare Liability

    • Wednesday, November 04, 2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Zoom
    • 60
    Register


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

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

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  • Leadership Section Meeting + CLE | Becoming the Rockstar Paralegal Your Team Needs This Year!

    • Thursday, November 12, 2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Zoom
    • 72
    Register


    Leadership Section Meeting + CLE


    Becoming the Rock Star Paralegal

    Your Team Needs This Year!

    November 12, 2026

         

    Speaker


    Joe Stephens

    Joe Stephens, practicing attorney and Director of Legal Solutions at Steno, is the architect of one of Texas' largest rural public defender offices where he managed a large team of attorneys and support staff across 12 counties with limited resources. His diverse professional experience ranges from direct client representation to working three legislative sessions under two different Committee Chairmen in the Texas Legislature. A graduate of the University of Texas School of Law, Joe combines his passion for legal technology with practical experience to help teams work more efficiently. He also currently teaches the next generation of legal professionals at Texas Tech University School of Law.


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

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

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  • Criminal Law Section Meeting + CLE | Character Evidence and Evidence of Previous Crimes

    • Thursday, December 03, 2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Zoom
    • 80
    Register

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

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

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  • EXPERIENCES | DAPA 50th Anniversary GALA

    • Saturday, December 12, 2026
    • 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM
    • The Highland Dallas by Hilton | 5300 East Mockingbird Lane Dallas, TX, 75206
    • 30
    Register




    Celebrate the members behind our success





    Limited number of experiences are available




    Grateful for you, always





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

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  • DAPA's 50TH GALA | GOLDEN SPLENDOR

    • Saturday, December 12, 2026
    • 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM
    • The Highland Dallas by Hilton | 5300 East Mockingbird Lane Dallas, TX, 75206
    • 90
    Register



    OPTIONAL HOTEL PACKAGES AVAILABLE
    WITH TICKET PURCHASE THRU
    NOVEMBER 20, 2026

    TICKET PRICING

    DAPA Members: $60

    Students: $40

    Non‑DAPA Members: $85

    Ticket price includes valet parking for the event. 

    Gratuities and overnight parking are the responsibility of the driver.


    DAPA members may register up to 3 guests at the Non-DAPA Member price.

    Please include your guest(s) at the same time you register yourself.


    ENTRÉE CHOICES

    Chicken 

    Beef

    Vegetarian


    Entrée selections must be made at the time of ticket purchase.

    Each guest may select only one entrée.


    For tailored group‑ticket pricing please contact President Christine Curtis

    via president@dallasparalegals.org

    Specially created Experiences are also available for purchase


    VENUE

    The Highland Dallas by Hilton

    5300 East Mockingbird Lane

    Dallas, TX 75206


    EVENT SCHEDULE

    Cocktail Hour begins at 5:30 PM

    Doors open for dinner at 6:30 PM

    Live Sketch Artists all evening

    DJ Jason “Big J” Abbott until 11:00pm


    TICKET SALES CLOSE NOVEMBER 27, 2026.

    NO EXCEPTIONS.


    Due to limited availability, all registrations are final.

    There are no cancellations or refunds.

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