Cincinnati Paralegal Association

Name

Cincinnati Paralegal Association

Legal name

Cincinnati Paralegal Association

Website

https://cincinnatiparalegals.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

The Cincinnati Paralegal Association is a nonprofit professional association serving 100+ paralegals in the Greater Cincinnati Tri-State region with CLE programming, networking, a job board, and pro bono programs, funded by membership dues and corporate sponsorships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Association Services

NAICS

Professional Organizations (813920)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Legal & Compliance (CLE, Paralegal CE) (EDAAALAB)

Keywords

• Paralegal professional association
• Continuing legal education
• Legal networking events
• Paralegal job board
• Pro bono legal services

Headquarters

HQ city

Cincinnati

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues from Active, Associate, Student, Emeritus, and Sustaining members provide the primary recurring revenue stream. Dues range from $20 to $250 per fiscal year depending on membership category.
2. Job Board Postings: Non-sustaining member employers pay $75 per job posting (3-month expiration) with $25 renewal option. Sustaining members receive free job postings.
3. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorship packages including Sustaining Membership benefits plus additional advertising and event sponsorship opportunities. Sponsorship tiers include Diamond, Emerald, Ruby sponsors at events like the Holiday Cocktail Hour.
4. Merchandise Sales: CPA-branded merchandise including shirts, hoodies, and sweatshirts sold through Big Frog with optional logo customization.
5. Event Registration Fees: Non-member fees for CLE events (e.g., $5 for General Membership Meetings) while members attend free.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

The Cincinnati Paralegal Association is a nonprofit professional membership association that sells annual memberships in five tiers (Active, Associate, Student, Emeritus, Sustaining) and delivers continuing legal education seminars, networking events, a members-only job board, a monthly newsletter (The Paralegal Resource), specialty sections in nine practice areas, a mentorship program, and pro bono programs including the trademarked "Remember: Wills for First Responders." Membership also unlocks free attendance at CLE events and access to a community of 100+ paralegals across the Greater Cincinnati tri-state region.

Product overview

The Cincinnati Paralegal Association (CPA) is a professional nonprofit association for paralegals, not a product or technology company. The organization offers membership-based services including professional development programs, continuing legal education (CLE), networking events, a job board, monthly newsletter (The Paralegal Resource), specialty sections in various legal practice areas, pro bono opportunities such as the Remember: Wills for First Responders program, a mentor program, and social events. Membership categories include Active, Associate, Student, Emeritus, and Sustaining members with annual dues ranging from $20 to $250. The association is affiliated with NALA (National Association of Legal Assistants) and is an Ohio nonprofit corporation founded in 1982.

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Problem solved

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Products and services

• CPA Annual Membership Program Annual membership program offering voting rights (for Active members), eligibility for board positions, free CLE attendance, access to the job board, the monthly Paralegal Resource newsletter, networking events, mentorship, and specialty section participation. Five tiers are priced from $20 to $250 per fiscal year (June 1 - May 31).
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminars and Programs CLE seminars and professional development programs run throughout the year (general membership meetings, spring and fall seminars, brown bag luncheons). Free for members; non-members pay a small registration fee (e.g., $5 for General Membership Meetings). Sessions are delivered both in person and via Zoom.
• CPA Job Board Online job board connecting Greater Cincinnati employers with paralegal candidates. Sustaining members post jobs free; non-member employers pay $75 per posting (3-month expiration) with a $25 renewal option. Used by law firms, corporate legal departments, and government agencies (e.g., U.S. Bankruptcy Court).
• Corporate Sponsorship Program Corporate sponsorship packages for vendors, law firms, and companies targeting paralegals. Tiers include Diamond, Emerald, and Ruby sponsorships that bundle Sustaining Membership benefits with additional advertising and event sponsorship opportunities.
• CPA Branded Merchandise CPA-branded apparel including shirts, hoodies, and sweatshirts sold through Big Frog with optional logo customization, available to members and supporters via the merchandise page.
• Remember: Wills for First Responders Pro Bono Program Trademarked pro bono program through which volunteer lawyers and paralegals provide wills, living wills, and health care proxies to first responders and their spouses free of charge across the Greater Cincinnati region.

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NALA - The Paralegal AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCPA is a NALA (National Association of Legal Assistants) affiliate. The association maintains active relationships with NALA for certification support, continuing education, and professional development resources. NALA offers the CLA/CP certification which CPA promotes and supports for its members.
• National Federation of Paralegal Associations (NFPA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCPA was a voting member of NFPA from November 1983 until June 2003 (20 years). The association discontinued its affiliation in 2003 but continues to encourage members to join NFPA individually. NFPA offers PACE/RP certification which CPA supports.
• Ohio State Bar Association (OSBA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCPA partners with OSBA for the Ohio Certified Paralegal program established in 2007. Several CPA members were among the first OSBA Certified Paralegals in the country. CPA supports OSBA certification and encourages members to pursue this credential.
• Cincinnati Bar AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCPA maintains a collaborative relationship with the Cincinnati Bar Association for lawyer referral services, joint events, and professional development. CBA Report publishes CPA articles. The Top Paralegal/Attorney Team Award requires attorney to be CBA member.
• Kentucky Paralegal Association (KPA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCPA supports the KPA Certified Kentucky Paralegal program for members working in Kentucky. CPA provides information about CKP certification requirements and supports members pursuing this credential.
• Seeds of LiteracyminorOthersPro bono partner providing volunteer literacy education services. CPA members volunteer to support the organization's mission using their communication and detail-oriented skills.
• 4C for ChildrenminorOthersPro bono partner supporting child care and family services. CPA members volunteer to support community programs for children and families in Greater Cincinnati.
• CAIN (Community Aid, Information & Networking)minorOthersPro bono partner providing food services, community support, and resources for those in need. CPA members volunteer at Phil's Place Community Dinner and other programs.
• City Gospel Mission of CincinnatiminorOthersPro bono partner serving homeless and underserved populations in Cincinnati. CPA members participate in volunteer activities supporting the mission.
• Equitas HealthminorOthersPro bono partner focused on HIV/AIDS care and LGBTQ+ health services. CPA members volunteer to support community health initiatives.
• International Center of Greater CincinnatiminorOthersPro bono partner serving immigrants, refugees, and asylees in the Cincinnati area. CPA members volunteer to provide support and resources.
• Ohio Jail CoalitionminorOthersPro bono partner addressing jail reform and prisoner support. CPA members volunteer for related community initiatives.
• ProKids CincinnatiminorOthersPro bono partner providing Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) services for children in Hamilton County foster care. CPA members volunteer as CASAs to advocate for children's best interests.
• Thrive Empowerment CenterminorOthersPartner for the Thrive 5K event supporting domestic violence awareness. CPA Wellness Club participates to raise funds and awareness for the ION Center for Violence Prevention.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks3 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Pinterestpinterest.com/cincinnatiparal

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

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