Riverside Legal Professionals Association
Educating California's Legal Support Professionals
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If you have any questions, please complete the “CONTACT US” section below and we’ll be happy to assist you.
CODE OF ETHICS
It shall be the duty of each member of LPI to observe all laws, rules, and regulations now or hereafter in effect relating to confidentiality and privileged communication, acting with loyalty, integrity, competence, and diplomacy in accordance with the highest standards of professional conduct.
ABOUT US
The Riverside Legal Professionals Association (RLPA) is a nonprofit, educational organization dedicated to advancing knowledge of the law and legal procedures, promoting high ethical standards, encouraging statewide networking, and supporting the professional interests of our members and the broader legal community. Chartered in 1949, RLPA is a proud member of Legal Professionals, Incorporated (LPI), which has served California’s legal professionals since 1934.
Who Can Join?
Membership is open to anyone who has worked in the legal field for at least one (1) year in any of the following capacities: secretary, paralegal, legal assistant, stenographer, typist, clerk, or reporter. Eligible employment includes work performed in the office of an attorney licensed to practice law in California; in the courts of this state; in trust departments of banks or trust companies; or in any institution or office directly engaged in legal work, including public offices of the United States Government, states, cities, counties, or municipalities.
How Do I Join?
Our fiscal year runs from May 1 through April 30. Annual dues include membership in both RLPA and Legal Professionals, Incorporated (LPI).
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MEMBERSHIP
BENEFITS OF BEING A MEMBER OF RLPA ARE:
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Professional Networking
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Continuing Education
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Legal Specialization Career & Professional Support
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Ethics & Professional Standards
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Statewide Conferences
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The Legal Secretary Magazine
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Insurance Options
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Retirement Planning
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Member Discounts
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Learn More About LPI
Membership is open to any person working in the legal profession. In addition to legal secretaries, the membership is open to attorneys, legal assistants, receptionists, clerks, court reporters, legal administrators, court personnel and banking trust department personnel.
OBJECTIVES AND PURPOSES
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To establish good fellowship among the members of this association.
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To stimulate a high order of business and professional attainment.
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To further our knowledge of the law and to uphold its honor and dignity.
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To create a high standard of ethics among our members.
ARE YOU READY TO BECOME MEMBER?
CONTACT US
Please fill out the form below to send us an e-mail.