Paralegal Association of Florida, Inc.

What Paralegal Association of Florida, Inc. does

Paralegal Association of Florida, Inc. (PAF) is a 501(c)-style nonprofit professional membership association founded in 1976 to serve paralegals and legal assistants working in Florida. As of mid-2026, it represents over 800 paralegals through a network of 12 regional chapters (At Large, Big Bend, Broward County, Emerald Coast, First Coast, Palm Beach County, Pinellas County, Southwest, Treasure Coast, and others) and is recognized as the oldest and largest statewide paralegal association in Florida and one of the oldest affiliates of the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA).

PAF's service portfolio centers on annual membership (Active, Associate, Student, Emeritus tiers), continuing legal education (CLE) programming including an annual state seminar, certification pathway support (NALA's CP, PAF's own Florida Certified Paralegal (FCP) examination, and The Florida Bar's Florida Registered Paralegal (FRP) program), scholarship awards up to $500 per recipient, advocacy on Florida Bar committees, and the IN BRIEF electronic publication. Technology infrastructure is the iMembersDB platform (Member Minder Pro), used for member database management, event registration, membership renewals, and chapter coordination. PAF does not offer a software product of its own and uses its tech stack operationally rather than as a revenue-generating product.

The organization monetizes through four streams: annual membership dues (pricing not publicly disclosed), annual seminar registration with member/non-member and early bird pricing options, multi-tiered sponsorships from law firms and legal vendors (Exhibitor $500 up through Title Partner $10,000), and member-funded scholarships. Its go-to-market is community-led, anchored in chapter-based peer recruitment, state-level events, and affiliation-driven referrals from NALA and The Florida Bar. The 2026 milestone is its 50th Anniversary, with a planned September 18–19, 2026 seminar at the Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront and the addition of a new Emerald Coast Chapter.

Name

Paralegal Association of Florida, Inc.

Legal name

Paralegal Association of Florida, Inc.

Website

https://pafinc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Paralegal Association of Florida, Inc. (PAF) is a 1976-founded nonprofit professional membership association serving 800+ paralegals across Florida through 12 regional chapters. It delivers annual membership, continuing legal education, certification pathway support (CP, FCP, FRP), scholarship programs, and advocacy, operating on a community-led, dues- and sponsorship-funded model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Association Services

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Continuing Education (CE/CPD) & Provider Accreditation Bodies (EDADACAF), Professional Development / CPD Requirement Administration for Licensure (EDADAJAL)

Keywords

• Paralegal professional association
• Continuing legal education
• Paralegal certification programs
• Legal professional networking
• Professional membership services

Headquarters

HQ city

Tampa

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees for Active, Associate, Student, and Emeritus membership categories. Members pay dues to access CLE programs, chapter meetings, networking events, certification support, and other member benefits.
2. Annual Seminar Registration: Revenue from the annual state conference, with member and non-member pricing, single-day options, and full registration packages including CLE credits, gala events, and closing social. Early bird discounts available.
3. Sponsorships and Exhibits: Annual partnership tiers (Diamond $3,500, Platinum $2,500, Gold $1,500, Exhibitor Plus $625, Exhibitor $500) plus À La Carte sponsorships (Opening Reception $2,000, Closing Event $1,500, Breakout $1,000) and Premier partnerships (Title $10,000, Legacy $7,500, Visionary $5,000) for vendors, law firms, and organizations seeking brand visibility.
4. Scholarship Program Donations: Annual scholarships awarded to Student Members ($500 max) and Professional Development scholarships for continuing education and annual dues. Funded through association resources and member contributions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Paralegal Association of Florida, Inc. (PAF) operates as a nonprofit professional membership association for paralegals and legal assistants, offering annual membership with access to continuing legal education (CLE) programming, networking through 12 statewide chapters, and advocacy on paralegal regulation. The association also administers the Florida Certified Paralegal (FCP) examination as a Florida-specific certification complementing NALA's national Certified Paralegal (CP) program, and supports members pursuing The Florida Bar's Florida Registered Paralegal (FRP) designation.

Product overview

The Paralegal Association of Florida, Inc. (PAF) offers a portfolio of professional association services centered on membership, continuing legal education, and paralegal certification. The core offerings include annual membership providing access to CLE programming, chapter networking, and advocacy; the Annual Seminar as a flagship statewide educational conference; certification pathways through NALA (Certified Paralegal/CP), PAF's own Florida Certified Paralegal (FCP), and The Florida Bar's Florida Registered Paralegal (FRP); the IN BRIEF electronic publication; and scholarship programs. PAF operates through a network of 12 local chapters across Florida and maintains an affiliate relationship with NALA. The organization does not offer a traditional software product but provides member services through the iMembersDB platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PAF Membership Professional association membership providing access to CLE programs, networking through 12 local chapters across Florida, certification support, scholarships, and advocacy for paralegal professionals.
• Annual Seminar Annual statewide educational conference featuring CLE sessions, networking events, and professional development. The 2026 event marks the 50th Anniversary with special Golden Gala and Closing Social events.
• Florida Certified Paralegal (FCP) Program Florida-specific certification program established by PAF to complement NALA's CP Program, providing a standard of measurement for advanced skills and knowledge in Florida law. Administered annually.
• IN BRIEF Publication Official electronic publication of PAF published several times yearly, providing news on regulation, certification, seminars, law updates, software tools, case summaries, and CP/FCP exam information.
• PAF Scholarships Annual scholarship program offering Student Education & Dues Scholarships (up to $500) and Professional Development Scholarships to qualified PAF members for continuing education and professional dues.
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Programs Year-round continuing legal education programming including monthly chapter meetings, local seminars, and annual statewide events offering CLE credits for Certified Paralegal (CP) and Florida Registered Paralegal (FRP) designations.
• Annual Sponsorship and Exhibitor Program Annual partnership tiers, À La Carte event sponsorships, and Premier partnerships offered to vendors, law firms, and organizations seeking brand visibility within Florida's paralegal community.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered flagship/core, minor and core.

• National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA)flagship/coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPAF is a proud affiliate of NALA, the leading national organization for paralegals. This affiliation provides PAF members access to CP (Certified Paralegal) certification, advanced certifications (ACP), national conferences, and professional development resources. PAF is one of the oldest NALA affiliate associations.
• The Florida Barflagship/coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPAF works closely with The Florida Bar on paralegal regulation and the Florida Registered Paralegal (FRP) program. PAF members serve on Bar committees including the Special Committee to Study Paralegal Regulation and the FRP Standing Committee.
• Guardian Ad Litem ProgramminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPAF supports Guardian Ad Litem programs through its statewide community service campaign. Local chapters provide monthly volunteer opportunities supporting this initiative.
• iMembersDBcoreTechnology or IntegrationiMembersDB provides PAF's member management system (Member Minder Pro) handling member database, event registration, membership renewals, and chapter coordination. Developed and hosted by iMembersDB.
• Florida College Paralegal ProgramscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPAF members serve as instructors, academic advisors, and technical advisors to college/university paralegal programs throughout Florida. PAF participates in advisory committees and provides mentorship through Broward College Paralegal Mentor/Mentee and Paralegal Eagle Programs.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Ohio Paralegal Association: The Ohio Paralegal Association is a state-level professional group providing CLE, networking, and pro bono opportunities for Ohio paralegals. It parallels PAF's mission and chapter-based structure in a different state.
• Texas Alliance of Paralegals (TAP): TAP is a Texas-based paralegal professional association providing CLE, networking, and advocacy for paralegals. It is comparable to PAF as a state-level peer in a different geographic market.
• New York State Paralegal Association (NYSPA): NYSPA is a long-standing state-level paralegal association offering CLE, networking, and advocacy in New York. It mirrors PAF's chapter-based model and continuing-education focus, serving as a useful functional benchmark.
• Pennsylvania Paralegal Association: Pennsylvania Paralegal Association is a state-level affiliate of NFPA serving paralegals in Pennsylvania with chapters, CLE, and networking. It is a strong comparable for PAF as a peer state-level association operating outside Florida.

Broad incumbents

• American Bar Association: The ABA is the largest national legal profession body, operating Standing Committee on Legal Assistants and Paraplegals and broader legal education initiatives. It is comparable as a wide-scope legal professional association that touches paralegal regulation and CLE, but its primary focus is attorneys rather than paralegals.
• The Florida Bar: The Florida Bar regulates attorneys and oversees the Florida Registered Paralegal (FRP) program that PAF supports. While not a membership peer, it is PAF's primary regulatory counterpart and shapes demand for PAF's CLE and certification services.

Direct peers

• National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA): NALA is the national professional association for paralegals and legal assistants and PAF's flagship affiliate partner. NALA administers the Certified Paralegal (CP) program that PAF supports locally, making it the closest functional peer in mission, certification, and CLE programming.
• National Federation of Paralegal Associations (NFPA): NFPA is an alternative national paralegal association competing with NALA for affiliate state associations and individual members. It offers its own Registered Paralegal (RP) credential and similar CLE/networking services, directly comparable to PAF's portfolio at a national scale.

Others

• Paralegal Today magazine: Paralegal Today is an industry publication that recognizes paralegals through annual awards (Paralegal of the Year, Rookie Paralegal of the Year) that PAF members have won. It is comparable as an ecosystem participant shaping paralegal professional recognition and content.
• Association of Legal Administrators (ALA): ALA is a professional association for legal administrators and managers operating adjacent to the paralegal ecosystem. While its primary audience is administrators rather than paralegals, it is comparable as a parallel professional association serving the broader law firm management community.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

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