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Paralegal Tea Time
Melissa Acosta and Laurie Robinson
46 episodes
1 week ago
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. THE CONTENTS OF THIS PODCAST ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE LEGAL ADVICE
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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. THE CONTENTS OF THIS PODCAST ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE LEGAL ADVICE
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Paralegal Tea Time
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.

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1 week ago
39 minutes 13 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
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 ihor-andruch@berkeleycollege.edu #ParalegalTeaTimePodcast #LegalCareers #BerkeleyCollege #ParalegalLife #CareerTips #Internships #ProfessionalGrowth"

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2 weeks ago
45 minutes 31 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
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.

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3 months ago
30 minutes 24 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
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

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4 months ago
48 minutes 47 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
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

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7 months ago
45 minutes 24 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
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"

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7 months ago
29 minutes 52 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
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

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7 months ago
30 minutes 20 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
Season 3 Deep Dive with Special Guest Co-Host Kelby Ballena (International Arbitration Specialist and Host of his own Podcast "The Advocate Next Door")


"🎙️ New Episode of Paralegal Tea Time! 🎙️ ✨ Season 3 Deep Dive with Special Guest Co-Host Kelby Ballena (International Arbitration Specialist and Host of his own Podcast "The Advocate Next Door")! ☕️🍵 In this special episode, we sit down with our guest co-host Kelby Ballena for an exclusive interview where we reflect on Season 3 of Paralegal Tea Time! 🎬🎧Here’s what you can expect in this episode: Our top episode recommendations What’s coming up in Season 3 Tune in to Paralegal Tea Time!"

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8 months ago
32 minutes 36 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
Aviation Law


Aviation Law Takes Flight on this Week’s Paralegal Tea Time Podcast Mini Trending Topic! With recent news about flights, it’s the perfect time to explore the world of aviation law. Join us for an in-depth discussion with Erin R. Applebaum, Esq. from the Kreindler LLP Law firm in NYC. Tune in now to sip some virtual tea and catch up on the latest in aviation law. ☕️✈️ Erin has dedicated her career to seeking justice for people harmed during air travel. As a partner in Kreindler’s aviation practice, she represents the interests of passengers severely injured or killed in general aviation accidents and commercial airline disasters. Erin is considered by many in the aviation community to be a foremost authority on litigating claims governed by the Montreal Convention, the international treaty on commercial air travel. She has handled some high-profile cases at the law firm of Kreindler LLP Erin currently serves as Co-Chair of the New York City Bar Association’s Air and Space Law Committee and as a vice chair of the American Bar Association’s Aviation and Space Law Committee. For 2023-24, Erin was appointed co-chair of the Aeronautics Committee of the New York City Bar Association.



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8 months ago
29 minutes 1 second

Paralegal Tea Time
Black History Month: A Celebration of Trailblazers in Law

Black History Month: A Celebration of Trailblazers in Law Welcome to today’s special episode of Paralegal Tea Time! In honor of Black History Month, Laurie and I are shining a spotlight on three remarkable trailblazers in the field of law—individuals whose groundbreaking contributions have left a lasting impact on the legal profession. Join us as we honor these pioneers who helped shape the legal landscape we know today.



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8 months ago
13 minutes 13 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
Raffle Announcement


🎉 **RAFFLE ALERT!** 🎉


We’re serving up something special in our **Paralegal Tea Time Podcast** this week! 🫖✨ To show our appreciation for your incredible support, we’re giving away a **LIMITED EDITION Paralegal Tea Time Podcast Tumbler!** 🎁


Here's how you can enter:

1️⃣ **Follow** us @paralegalteatime

2️⃣ **Like** this post

3️⃣ comment with the words “tea time” on the post

4️⃣ For an EXTRA entry, leave a fun comment telling us your favorite legal podcast episode and why! 🎙️💬


Winner will be announced on during next show. Don’t miss your chance to sip in style with us! 🏆✨


#ParalegalTeaTime #TumblerGiveaway #LegalCommunity #ParalegalLife #TeaTimeRaffle #PodcastLove


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9 months ago
2 minutes 23 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
Season 3 Episode 3 (Featuring Martin Garcia)

Mr. Martin Garcia is a licensed professional engineer who has been qualified as an expert witness in Florida and Federal courts. He has more than 26 years of experience as a forensic engineer and 20 years of consultant experience offering expert testimony regarding accident reconstruction. He has investigated, documented, and reconstructed thousands of accidents involving passenger cars, tractor-trailers, heavy trucks, motorcycles, bicycles, and pedestrians. He is the owner of ( Kears ) Kinetic Engineering and Accident Reconstruction Services located in Palm City Florida. If you need a FL. engineer, please contact Mr. Garcia at ( https://kears-eng.com ).

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9 months ago
42 minutes 29 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
Trending Tea Mini Podcast

This is our first Paralegal Tea Time "Trending Tea Mini Podcast" on the trending topic of Immigration Law featuring Cesar M. Estela, Esq. About Attorney Cesar Estela, Esq. Cesar Martin Estela is the founder of Law Offices of Cesar Martin Estela, a law firm based in Newark, NJ, specializing in immigration law. Their office is located in Newark NJ. If you are in need of Immigration Law assistance, please reach his offices at 973-733-4940. He will be presenting for the Paralegal Association of NJ on Tuesday 2/4/25. To register go to www.njpara.org Don’t miss out on this opportunity to hear from one of the best in the field!

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9 months ago
23 minutes 29 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
SEASON 3 EPISODE 1 (FEATURING DAVID POSTOLSKI, ESQ)

David Postolski, has 17 years of experience as an attorney and is a senior partner at Gearhart Law. He is a registered patent attorney and Intellectual property (IP) attorney. David specializes in assisting inventors, creators, artists, start-ups, entrepreneurs, early-stage companies, and emerging companies with their U.S and international IP strategy, protection, enforcement, and monetization.

He is also an author and a speaker. Additionally, he is a Professor at Temple University, Parsons School of Design and the Radzyner Law School where he teaches master-level students about IP, ethics, and other regulatory considerations.

He is a Council Member of the American Bar Association Section of Intellectual Property Law, founder of their

International Action Group, and editor of their monthly newsletter, and the outgoing Continuing Legal Education (CLE)

Officer. David currently serves on Harvard's Lemann Entrepreneurial Program Advisory Board.

LADIES AND GENTLEMEN PLEASE HELP US WELCOME, David

Postolski!

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9 months ago
50 minutes

Paralegal Tea Time
Sneak Peak of Season 3

Join us as we explore compelling stories, expert insights, and thought-provoking conversations. Our first guest, David Postolski, Esq., an IP Law expert from Gearhart Law LLC, dives into the fascinating world of intellectual property. Don’t miss this engaging discussion and more!


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10 months ago
3 minutes 32 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING PARALEGAL CONVENTION
Paralegal Tea Time is supporting the NJ Paralegal Convention. All NJ Paralegal Professionals are encouraged to attend a day of continuing education, networking and fellowship on October 18, 2024 from 8am to 4:15 pm at New Jersey Law Center, One Constitution Square, New Brunswick, NJ 08901.
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1 year ago
2 minutes 50 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
Season Episode 19 Melissa is on Hot Seat
Last episode on Season 2 of Paralegal Tea Time before Season 3 begins on January 2025 brings us with Melissa Acosta on the hot seat. Laurie Robinson interviews Melissa. Also, a Big Announcement is made on this Episode. Tune in to find out the tea!
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1 year ago
26 minutes 6 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
Season 2 Episode 18 Featuring Eda Rosa
We are joined by Eda Rosa. She is the owner of Eda Rosa LLC, a legal education and professional development training company. She also a writer of her book "Lets Talk Paralegal" available on her website and the creator of her own Podcast titled the same. She is passionate about paralegal education and giving back to the paralegal community as per her event in Florida "LIMITLESS PARALEGALS" on 10/12/2024 hosted in Fern Forest Nature Center Coconut Creek Fl. from 9am to 5pm. For any law firms interested in her consultation, please reach her at: https://sites.google.com/view/edarosallc/homeAlso, her recipe for her favorite "tea" is: https://yogawithadriene.com/how-to-make-yogi-tea/ "
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1 year ago
56 minutes 19 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
SEASON 2 EPISODE 17 )FEATURING ADAMO FERREIRA)
We discussed Criminal Law with our Special Guest, Adamo Ferreira, Esq. Adamo Ferreira is the founding member of Adamo Ferreira Esq LLC where he handles all aspects of criminal Law. For criminal law assistance, please contact Mr. Ferreria at: www.afesq.com or Office number: 201-343-1171
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1 year ago
41 minutes 43 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
SEASON-2-EPISODE-16 FEATURING-CESAR-ESTELA-ESQ
We learned so much on today’s podcast visit with our special attorney guest, Cesar Martin Estela, Esq., an Immigration Attorney who really gave us so much information on Immigration law and talked about so many resources and much more! He even recommended a good read: “A Nation of Immigrants by John Kennedy, a 1958 book”. This is one you should not miss if you want to Learn about Immigration law! If you need assistance with Immigration law, please contact Mr. Estela at http://www.estelaw.com https://a.co/d/0fIotuUO
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1 year ago
47 minutes 25 seconds

Paralegal Tea Time
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. THE CONTENTS OF THIS PODCAST ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE LEGAL ADVICE