Ensuring paralegal programs meet the highest standards.
The 2025 Virtual Spring Conference is now accepting proposals.
Elevating the role of paralegals in the legal field.
Building a strong community of paralegals and educators.
We strive to elevate paralegal education to meet the highest professional standards.
Stay updated with the latest events and gatherings for paralegal educators.
Find teaching materials, best practices, and support for growing paralegal programs.
Established in 1981, AAfPE’s roots go back to the mid 1970s when the American Bar Association sponsored the first conferences for paralegal educators. While much has been accomplished in the field of paralegal education, there is still much more to be done to fully develop the potential for both the paralegal field and education for the profession.
Join us online for engaging presentations and networking opportunities.
Grand Rapids, MI - October 22-25, 2025
The AAfPE Book Club offers members a chance to network, share insights, and discuss Robin James’s thrilling legal novels in a friendly and interactive setting.
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Hotel Monteleone, renowned for its grandeur and deep roots in the heart of New Orleans, serves as the perfect backdrop for this prestigious event.
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We’ll be talking about two dynamic work-based learning initiatives that are on everyone’s radar: apprenticeships and virtual internships.
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