
Charleston Association of Legal Assistants, Inc.
Welcome to the Charleston Association of Legal Assistants, Inc. (CALA). Since 1982, CALA has proudly served the Charleston area, championing excellence and professionalism in the paralegal field. In 1996, CALA became an Affiliated Association of the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA), connecting our members to national initiatives that shape the future of the paralegal profession. With the South Carolina Supreme Court's adoption of Rule 429 in 2015, certification options expanded for paralegals statewide, allowing Certified Legal Assistants (CLA)/Certified Paralegals (CP) or PACE-Registered Paralegals (RP) to gain state certification voluntarily. Since 2017, CALA has also served as an Accredited Sponsor of the South Carolina Bar, ensuring our members have access to high-quality continuing legal education. We submit all CLEs to both NALA and the South Carolina Bar, enabling paralegals to maintain their credentials at both state and national levels. Join CALA and be part of a community committed to advancing the paralegal profession in Charleston and beyond!






