Paralegals FTC

Last week, I had the opportunity to attend Wilby Betty’s NY Summit. Thank you to CaseLab for the invitation and for bringing together such an insightful event.

We learned a great deal, especially about the PI sector, which is particularly meaningful given our President’s background in the field. It was a valuable experience filled with learning, meaningful networking, and reconnecting with familiar faces.

Looking forward to applying these insights and continuing the conversations started at the summit.

In partnership with Apple Bank and our sister company, S&R Batista Group, which specializes in all aspects of business development—from legal business formation, permits and licenses, to contracts and compliance—we are committed to helping entrepreneurs build a strong foundation for success.

We recently conducted a workshop for women from a variety of industries and professional sectors, providing education on how to legally establish their businesses and access valuable resources to support their growth.

The workshop equipped participants with the knowledge, tools, and connections needed to confidently launch, manage, and expand their businesses while ensuring legal and operational compliance.

Since 2019, we have worked religiously to develop a program designed to create lasting impact — not only from a paralegal perspective, but also to show young students what it takes to persevere in a legal setting and carry out responsibilities with confidence.

Over the years, the program has undergone many name changes, but Future Legal Leaders, is here to stay because it truly embodies our main objective: continuing to break barriers and create opportunities in the legal field for people who come from neighborhoods like ours and speak our language. And to empower the next generation of legal leaders.

Today, we had an incredible tour of the Bronx Supreme Court, where students met four different judges, court attorneys, and court officers. They also witnessed a wrongful death trial and gained firsthand insight into how the court system operates.

Exposure to different career pathways at a young age is essential. Thank you so much to the administration team for making this visit possible and effortless.

Gala season is right around the corner, and we’re thrilled to announce our second Gala on October 2nd at Pelham Bay & Split Rock Golf Course.

This year’s theme, Legacies in Law: Breaking Barriers, celebrates the powerful strides we’re making to open doors, challenge limitations, and create lasting change in the legal field.

Together, we are uplifting new voices, expanding access, and paving the way for future generations to thrive without boundaries. It’s more than a celebration—it’s a testament to progress and purpose.

We can’t wait to see you there!