Legal Professionals Incorporated

Name

Legal Professionals Incorporated

Legal name

Legal Professionals, Inc.

Website

https://legalprofessionalsinc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1934

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Legal 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)

akta.pro secondary industry

Legal & Bar Exam Prep (Bar, MPRE, Paralegal) (EDANAIAC)

Keywords

• Legal professional association
• Continuing legal education
• Legal secretary certification
• Professional membership services
• MCLE provider programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Granite Bay

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, Others, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: LPI generates revenue through membership subscriptions. Members join local associations or become members-at-large, paying recurring dues for access to member benefits, publications, and professional development resources.
2. Educational Materials and Certification: Revenue from selling CCLS study guides, Complete CCLS Study Kit ($100), individual study kit sections ($15 each), reference guides ($50), and certification-related educational materials. These are one-time purchase products for certification preparation.
3. Conferences and Events: Annual conference revenue includes registration fees and meal event fees for attendees and guests. The 2026 conference charges $33/person for the Friday Night Social event, with hotel group rates at $185.51 plus $4/day parking.
4. Merchandise Sales: LPI operates an e-commerce store selling branded merchandise including jewelry (CCLS Pins, Membership Pins, President's Pins, Governor's Pins), apparel (t-shirts, laptop sleeves, notebooks), accessories (tote bags, duffel bags, travel mugs, wine tumblers, mouse pads, wireless chargers, key fobs), and novelty items. Prices range from $2.50 (ink pens) to $55.00 (CCLS pins).
5. MCLE Provider Services: As a State Bar-approved MCLE provider (#1114), LPI offers continuing legal education programs including classes, seminars, webinars, LPI University, and Legal Technology Training. Revenue generated through course fees and webinar sales.
6. Advertising and Sponsorships: LPI offers marketing opportunities for legal industry vendors and service providers, with sponsors and advertisers featured on the website including First Legal, Nationwide Legal, Integrity Legal Corp, ASAP Legal, ECFx Notice, and A2Z Attorney Service.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Legal Professionals Incorporated (LPI) is a California-based non-profit professional membership association that provides the California Certified Legal Secretary (CCLS) certification program, State Bar-approved Minimum Continuing Legal Education (MCLE #1114), annual educational conferences, webinars, on-demand training, legal study materials and reference guides, professional publications (The Legal Professional quarterly magazine, The Podium blog), and branded merchandise. Its core mission is to advance the professional development, certification, and networking of legal secretaries, legal assistants, paralegals, and legal support staff throughout California via a statewide network of local associations.

Product overview

Legal Professionals Incorporated (LPI) is a professional membership organization and State Bar-approved MCLE provider (#1114) serving California legal professionals. The organization offers a comprehensive portfolio of educational products and services centered around the California Certified Legal Secretary (CCLS) certification program. The product portfolio includes: CCLS certification preparation materials including the Complete CCLS Study Kit with seven individual study sections (CLP, LT, LC, SK, ACE, LOA, R&E), standalone study guides, and reference materials; professional development events including an annual conference, LPI University programming, legal technology training, and on-demand webinars; branded merchandise including 35th and 90th anniversary commemorative items, jewelry (CCLS pins, membership pins, officer pins), apparel, laptop accessories, drinkware, and the Retro Secretary Collage merchandise line featuring vintage secretary imagery. The products serve legal professionals seeking certification, continuing education, and professional identity expression.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CCLS Certification: California Certified Legal Secretary certification program - a professional certification for legal secretaries in California
• LPI University
• The Legal Professional Magazine
• THE PODIUM

Products and services

• CCLS Certification Program California Certified Legal Secretary (CCLS) certification program for legal professionals, including applicant resources and recertification requirements. LPI is a State Bar-approved MCLE provider (#1114). The CCLS is the only certification program specifically for California legal secretaries, serving as the cornerstone credential of LPI's professional development portfolio.
• Complete CCLS Study Kit Comprehensive study kit containing all CCLS exam sections (CLP, LT, LC, SK, ACE, LOA, R&E), plus 10- and 18-week syllabi. All materials are electronic files transmitted upon purchase. Individual sections are also available for $15 each.
• CCLS Study Guide Sample questions and answers designed to assist candidates in preparing for all sections of the CCLS (California Certified Legal Secretary) Exam.
• Legal Professionals Reference Guide A legal procedure guide designed to assist local associations in conducting a training class, useful for training office personnel and as a general reference for experienced staff.
• California Legal Procedure (CLP) Study Section CLP section of the CCLS Study Guide including worksheets, answer keys, study tips, and list of required references. Available as a standalone purchase or as part of the Complete CCLS Study Kit.
• Legal Terminology (LT) Study Section LT section of the CCLS Study Guide including worksheets, answer keys, study tips, and list of required references. Available as a standalone purchase or as part of the Complete CCLS Study Kit.
• Legal Computations (LC) Study Section LC section of the CCLS Study Guide including worksheets, answer keys, study tips, and list of required references. Available as a standalone purchase or as part of the Complete CCLS Study Kit.
• Skills (SK) Study Section SK section of the CCLS Study Guide including worksheets, answer keys, study tips, and list of required references. Available as a standalone purchase or as part of the Complete CCLS Study Kit.
• Ability to Communicate Effectively (ACE) Study Section ACE section of the CCLS Study Guide including worksheets, answer keys, study tips, and list of required references. Available as a standalone purchase or as part of the Complete CCLS Study Kit.
• Law Office Administration (LOA) Study Section LOA section of the CCLS Study Guide including worksheets, answer keys, study tips, and list of required references. Available as a standalone purchase or as part of the Complete CCLS Study Kit.
• Reasoning & Ethics (R&E) Study Section R&E section of the CCLS Study Guide including worksheets, answer keys, study tips, and list of required references. Available as a standalone purchase or as part of the Complete CCLS Study Kit.
• Annual Educational Conference Annual conference featuring educational seminars, awards banquets, networking opportunities, and career development sessions for legal professionals across California. Includes Friday Night Social event ($33/person) and hotel group rates ($185.51/night plus $4/day parking). Now in its 92nd year.
• LPI University Educational programming and training events for legal professionals, delivered as part of LPI's continuing education portfolio. Includes classes, seminars, and webinars.
• LPI Legal Technology Training Technology-focused training events and seminars for legal professionals, covering legal technology tools and practices as part of LPI's continuing education offerings.
• Webinars on Demand Recorded webinars available for purchase for continuing legal education, providing members with flexible, on-demand access to MCLE-eligible content.
• Legal Professional's Handbook Comprehensive handbook providing reference material for legal secretaries and legal professionals, part of LPI's library of reference publications.
• Law Office Procedures Manual Procedures manual providing guidance on law office operations and procedures for legal support staff, part of LPI's library of reference publications.
• LPI Class Pass Subscription-based access pass for LPI educational classes, providing members with bundled access to continuing legal education programming.
• CCLS Pin A 1/2" high, 10-karat gold-filled pin with CCLS logo, designed for certified legal secretaries to display professional credentials.
• LPI Membership Pin A 3/4" high oval gold-tone pin with blue and white enamel overlay, available to all LPI members as a symbol of membership.
• President's Pin A 1 1/4" high oval gold-tone pin with blue and white enamel overlay, LPI logo in center, and "Legal Professionals Incorporated" inscribed on circumference, designed for local association presidents.
• Governor's Pin A 3/4" high round gold-tone pin with white enamel overlay, LPI logo in center, and "LPI Governor" inscribed on circumference, designed for local association governors.
• 90th Anniversary Logo Unisex Jersey Short Sleeve Tee Classic unisex jersey short sleeve tee made of 100% Airlume combed and ringspun cotton with LPI 90th Anniversary Logo printed on front, available in sizes XS-4XL.
• 35th Anniversary CCLS Logo Laptop Sleeve Personalized laptop sleeve with water-resistant neoprene construction and dual zipper enclosures, featuring the CCLS 35th Anniversary Logo. Available in 7", 10", 13", 15", and 17" sizes.
• 90th Anniversary Logo Laptop Sleeve Personalized laptop sleeve with water-resistant construction and dual zipper enclosures, featuring the LPI 90th Anniversary Logo. Available in 7", 10", 13", 15", and 17" sizes.
• CCLS 35th Anniversary Logo Spiral Notebook 118-page spiral notebook with ruled line paper and blue printed cover featuring the 35th Anniversary CCLS logo.
• CCLS Logo Wireless Charger Slim Qi-compatible wireless charger (up to 10W) with aluminum casing and acrylic face plate featuring a seal-style design in muted blues and golds.
• CCLS Logo Mouse Pad Round neoprene rubber mouse pad with non-slip rubber bottom, carrying the California Certified Legal Secretary emblem.
• CCLS 35th Anniversary Logo Stainless Steel Water Bottle Double-wall stainless steel water bottle with sports lid, featuring the CCLS 35th Anniversary Logo. Available in 12oz, 18oz, and 32oz sizes.
• Retro Secretary Collage Tote Bag Room 100% polyester tote bag with retro secretary collage portrait pattern, reinforced double-stitched handles, and non-woven laminate interior. Available in multiple sizes and handle colors.
• Retro Secretary Collage Duffel Bag Lightweight and durable 100% polyester duffel bag with retro secretary collage pattern, black durable straps, and custom name tag sewn inside. Available in small and large sizes.
• Latte Mug - Retro Secretary Collage Ceramic Coffee Cup 12oz white ceramic latte mug with vintage-style collage portraits, rounded rim, and classic C-handle. Microwave and dishwasher safe.
• Retro Secretary Beach Towel Beach towel with colorful pop portraits pattern featuring secretaries and assistants from movies and TV series. Polyester print face with cotton loop backing. Available in 30"x60" and 36"x72" sizes.
• LPI Ink Pen Medium-tip navy blue writing pen with contrasting LPI logo in white, removable cap with clip, contains blue ink.
• 20oz Stainless Steel Tumbler - Retro Secretary Collage Travel Mug Stainless steel travel tumbler with retro secretary collage pattern for hot and cold beverages, 20oz capacity.
• 90th Anniversary Logo Key Fob Round key fob with TPU cover and durable acrylic plate with quality hardware fitting.
• Accessory Pouch with T-bottom Durable t-bottom pouch with non-woven laminate inside and zipper closure, suitable as pencil case or cosmetic travel bag. Available in small and large sizes.
• LPI Membership Annual membership subscription providing access to member benefits, The Legal Professional quarterly magazine, professional development resources, networking events, local association participation, career opportunities, and volunteer opportunities. Members join through local associations or as members-at-large.

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration1 record

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• American River College Legal Studies ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 February 2026LPI and Sacramento Legal Professionals Association collaborate with American River College's legal studies program (soon to be renamed American River Paralegal Studies Program). LPI provides networking, scholarship information, and professional development resources to students. The program is the only ABA-approved paralegal studies program at the community college level in Northern California outside of the Bay Area.
• First LegalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerJoint venture partner and advertiser on LPI website. First Legal is a legal services company that sponsors LPI's platform and marketing opportunities.
• Nationwide LegalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerJoint venture partner and advertiser on LPI website. Nationwide Legal is a legal services company that sponsors LPI's platform and marketing opportunities.
• Integrity Legal CorpminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor and advertiser featured on LPI website. Provides legal-related services to the legal professional community.
• ASAP LegalminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor and advertiser featured on LPI website.
• ECFx NoticeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor and advertiser featured on LPI website providing legal noticing services.
• A2Z Attorney ServiceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor and advertiser featured on LPI website providing attorney services.
• Sacramento Legal Professionals Association (Sacramento LPA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal association that co-hosts LPI's 92nd Annual Conference and collaborates on community outreach with American River College. Key leadership includes Dawn Forgeur, CCLS (President) and Marci Frazier (Past President).

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves3 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Practising Law Institute (PLI): PLI is a major CLE provider offering live programs, webcasts, and on-demand courses for attorneys. Directly comparable to LPI's MCLE provider business model, though serving attorneys rather than legal support staff.
• National Business Institute (NBI): NBI provides continuing legal and professional education seminars, webinars, and on-demand content. Comparable as a competing CLE provider targeting legal professionals with similar content delivery formats.
• NALA (Association for Legal Professionals): NALA is a national professional association for paralegals and legal assistants offering the CLA/CP certification and continuing education. Highly comparable to LPI in mission, certification programs, and member demographics.
• NALS (National Association of Legal Support Professionals): NALS is the national counterpart to LPI, providing certification, education, and membership support to legal secretaries and legal support professionals. It serves as the most directly comparable professional association in the same niche.

Broad incumbents

• State Bar of California: The State Bar of California regulates attorneys and approves MCLE providers (including LPI, #1114). It is the governing authority for legal education in California and a broad incumbent in LPI's regulatory environment.
• West LegalEdcenter (Thomson Reuters): West LegalEdcenter, part of Thomson Reuters, is a major online CLE and legal education platform serving practitioners. It competes with LPI's MCLE offering as a larger incumbent with broader content and digital infrastructure.
• American Bar Association: The ABA is the largest national professional association for the legal industry, offering membership, CLE programs, and certification-adjacent services. It is a broader incumbent operating across the legal professional ecosystem that LPI serves.

Emerging players

• LawPracticeCLE: LawPracticeCLE is an online CLE provider specializing in law practice management and technology training for attorneys and staff. Comparable as an emerging digital-first MCLE competitor in California and other jurisdictions.
• Lorman Education Services: Lorman offers on-demand and live CLE and professional development courses across multiple U.S. states including California. Comparable as a multi-state CLE competitor that intersects with LPI's MCLE content category.

Regional players

• Paralegal Association of New Mexico (or equivalent state-level paralegal association): State-level paralegal and legal professional associations operate in adjacent regions to LPI. Comparable in mission and member demographic but serving different state geographies, making them regional rather than direct competitors.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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