Welcome to FirstStateALA.org
The website for the First State Chapter of the Association of Legal Administrators located in Wilmington, Delaware.
For more information about the Chapter and Association of Legal Administrators, see About ALA.
UPCOMING EVENTS
September Luncheon Meeting
Tuesday, September 14, 2010, 12:00 Noon
What's Hot and What's Not in the Legal Profession
Presented by Robert Denney
October Luncheon Meeting
Tuesday, October 12, 2010, 12:00 Noon
Getting a Seat at the Table: An Administrator's Guide
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The speaker at the Managing Partner Dinner on May 10, 2020 was Blane R. Prescott of Hildebrandt. To see the powerpoint presentation from Mr. Prescott's presentation, "How the Recession is Changing the Legal Profession: Critical Trends Every Leader Should Understand," click here.
The First State Chapter has received Platinum Level in the Association of Legal Administrators Presidents' Award of Excellence.
Congratulations to Tom Ralston (YCST) on the arrival of his first grandchild, Violet.
Carol Strouth (Ward & Taylor) has been certified a Senior Professional in Human Resources. Congratulations, Carol!
In recognition of their contributions to the Chapter, Carol Travia (Potter Anderson) and Linda Flaherty (Bayard) have each received a First State Chapter Scholarship to the ALA Annual Conference & Exposition in Boston this May. The scholarships cover their registration fees and include a stipend for travel/lodging expenses. Congratulations to Carol and Linda … enjoy your time in Boston! And a big Thank You to our wonderful Business Partners for making these scholarships possible.
Business Partner Caffe Gelato is offering a $50.00 Certificate for use toward your first catering order. We thank Caffe Gelato for their support and for adding even more value to our membership.
The topic for the Chapter's Monthly Educational Luncheon in October was Law Firm Management and the Use of Benchmarking and Metrics, Presented by Eric Seeger, Altman Weil. To view a PowerPoint presentation of this program, click here.
Millicare by EBC Carpet Services is offering a 15% discount for any member of the First State ALA who signs up for a Millicare pro-active carpet maintenance program. The one-time discount will apply to any new program scheduled for at least one year. Millicare uses a dry powder extraction process that deep cleans your carpet to remove dirt and soil leaving your carpet clean and smelling fresh. With a Millicare program in place there is no down time. Millicare is environmentally friendly and endorsed with the "Green Seal Certification." Please visit their web site at www.millicare.com or www.ebcusa.com for additional information. All programs are designed to fit the building and your budget. An onsite survey along with a free demonstration will be available to all First State ALA members. Please contact Gary Nantais at 302 995 7461 or garyn@ebcusa.com for an appointment. Millicare looks forward to working with all members of the First State ALA.