Houston Metropolitan Paralegal Association upcoming events

May 2026 CLE Webinar (May 12, 2026)

Tue, 12 May 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Mark your calendar! Our May CLE webinar will explore how ethics, courage, and integrity in legal and compliance roles create real-world impact often in ways we never see.

This session highlights how paralegals help protect people, preserve trust, and prevent harm through ethical decision-making, documentation integrity, and support of compliance systems.

Speaker: Terry H. Stringer, CCEP

Topic: The Work We Never See: Ethics, Courage, and the Invisible Impact of Integrity

When: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

CLE Objectives:

• Understand how ethical failures can impact workers, customers, and communities worldwide

• Identify organizational pressures and cultural factors that contribute to unethical decisions

• Recognize the paralegal’s role in safeguarding documentation integrity and supporting investigations

• Apply professional ethical standards, including the NALA Code of Ethics, to workplace scenarios

• Strengthen awareness of ethical warning signs and how to support responsible reporting and accountability

Speaker Spotlight: Terry H. Stringer, CCEP

Terry Stringer is a global Ethics & Compliance leader known as “The Ethics Whisperer” for her ability to build trust-driven cultures and embed ethics into business strategy. With more than 15 years of experience across the technology and energy sectors, she most recently led HP’s Ethics Office, overseeing global integrity programs, policy governance, culture strategy, and ethical AI initiatives.

She directed HP’s submissions for the World’s Most Ethical Companies® honor six years in a row and helped the company achieve additional recognitions including the JUST 100 and EcoVadis rankings. Terry’s commitment to ethical leadership extends beyond the corporate environment and into underserved communities in the U.S. and Africa.

She has spearheaded youth business and STEM education initiatives, hosted Zimbabwean students participating in an exchange program with the University of Houston’s business school, and partnered with Booker T. Washington High School in Houston to build wind turbines, water filtration systems, and hydroponic farm projects.

These experiences fuel her belief that ethical leadership begins with access, opportunity, and empowerment. She also serves as Program Chair for the Greater Houston Business Ethics Roundtable.

Terry is a mother of three and lives in Spring, Texas with her husband, Martin, and their Chocolate Lab, Jackie Robinson.

The deadline to register for this event is 8 A.M. CST on the day of the event*

*Zoom link will be provided on the day of the event*

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Cancellation/No Show Policy:

Due to the contractual requirements imposed by the venues we use for our in-person events, cancellations must be made no later than 12 PM at least 4 days before the event. Cancellations for our webinars must be made at least 24 hours before the event.

Cancellations must be in writing and emailed to hmpa.office@gmail.com. Any cancellations not made by the deadline will be non-refundable. Any payment pending for a registrant who does not attend the event will be charged the registration fee. Any questions regarding this policy should be directed to hmpa.office@gmail.com. Thank you for being so cooperative.

Thursday Night Social- Kick Off the Annual Conference & Retreat (September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

We’re excited to kick off the Annual Conference & Retreat with a relaxed Thursday evening social designed to bring together members of the paralegal and legal community. This is the perfect opportunity to connect, build meaningful professional relationships, and enjoy great conversation—we’d love to see you there!

Join us for a relaxed social with light bites, refreshing drinks, and great company.

Location: The Woodlands Resort at The Spruce
Attire: Casual Attire

Click here to visit The Woodlands Resort

Click here to register

Reminder: You must register to attend the socials, walk-ins will not be permitted.

Cancellation/No Show Policy:

Due to the contractual requirements imposed by this venue, cancellations are required to be made in writing no later than 12 PM August 28, 2026.

Annual Conference & Retreat (September 18, 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Click here to visit The Woodlands Resort and its amenities.

Click here to book and view room accommodations.

Rooms are limited.

Learn about Line-Up:

Greg Kondritz
Executive VP, Business Affairs and General Counsel – Houston Texans
Marilyn Burgess
Harris County District Clerk
Leslie Turnage, J.D., M.B.A.
Attorney at Law
Chandler Raine
First Assistant District Attorney, Harris County District Attorney’s Office
Tony Buzbee
National Trial Lawyer, Buzbee Law Firm
George Edwards, lll
Partner at E dwards Sutarwalla Samani LLP

Register here for the Kick-Off Thursday Social!
Reminder: You must register to attend the socials, walk-ins will not be permitted.

Register here for the Friday Denim and Diamonds Celebration!

Reminder: You must register to attend the socials, walk-ins will not be permitted.

HMPA Hotel Reservation Payment Responsibility Policy:

Hotel accommodations are reserved directly with The Woodlands Resort and are subject to the hotel’s individual reservation policies, terms, and payment requirements.

HMPA does not process, manage, guarantee, or assume responsibility for hotel reservations. HMPA is not responsible for any deposits, balances, room charges, incidental charges, service fees, taxes, gratuities, cancellation fees, no-show charges, or any other amounts owed to the hotel.

All payment obligations related to hotel accommodations are the sole and exclusive responsibility of the member/guest who registers and/or makes the reservation.

The member/guest is fully responsible for:

All room and lodging charges

Room service and incidental expenses

Service charges and gratuities

Taxes and hotel-imposed fees

Reservation changes or modifications

Any and all cancellation or no-show fees

Any outstanding balance or disputed charges with the hotel

Failure to cancel a reservation in accordance with the hotel’s cancellation policy may result in charges that remain the sole responsibility of the member/guest.

If you need to change or cancel your reservation, please contact the hotel directly and follow their cancellation policy.

Acknowledgment

By registering, you're acknowledging:
I understand that I am responsible for my hotel reservation and any related charges. I agree that HMPA is not responsible for hotel payments or disputes.

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Thank you to our Sponsors:

Cancellation/No Show Policy:

Due to the contractual requirements imposed by this venue, cancellations are required to be made in writing no later than 12 PM August 28, 2026.

Sponsor Registration - Marketing Table for Annual Conference & Retreat (September 18, 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:30:00 GMT

Dear Sponsors and Affiliate Members,

We are excited to announce that sponsorship opportunities are now available for our 2026 Annual Conference & Retreat, taking place on Friday, September 18, 2026, at The Woodlands Resort.

This year’s event will be expanded to include three networking opportunities: Reminder: Vendors must register/sign up for the socials to attend the events- no extra cost)

With an anticipated attendance of 200+ paralegals from both in-house legal departments and law firms, this event an excellent opportunity to showcase your services and connect directly with decision-makers in the legal community.

Sponsorship Benefits

Marketing table at the conference on Friday, September 18, 2026
Inclusion of a full-page color ad in the course manual distributed to all attendees
Sponsor spotlight introduction during the conference
Marketing recognition on HMPA’s social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn), website, and weekly eBlast (2,000+ recipients)
Recognition in HMPA’s Burden of Proof Newsletter
Copy of the attendee registration list
Breakfast and lunch for one (1) representative
Opportunity to provide a door prize for drawing during the conference
Access to both Thursday and Friday social events at The Woodlands Resort

Sponsorship Options & Fees

Affiliate Member Sponsorship (Standard Marketing Table):

$850 (current Affiliate Members only)

Non-Member Sponsorship:

$1,050

Affiliate Sponsorship: Includes one (1) representative only, unless additional tickets are purchased at $100 per representative. (Sponsorship fee does not include door prize.)

$150.00

Affiliate Membership Information

Affiliate Membership dues are $150 annually (January 1 – December 31).

Benefits include:

Inclusion in HMPA’s online Sponsor-Vendor Directory (publicly accessible)
Access to HMPA’s Membership Directory (400+ members)
Discounted rates for CLE luncheons, webinars and other events
Advertising and networking opportunities through weekly eBlasts, social media, newsletter recognition, website advertising, and Job Bank postings
Discounted sponsorship opportunities throughout the year

Outside of the Annual Conference, HMPA also hosts CLE webinars, quarterly in-person CLEs, social events, a holiday party, and career/technology-focused programming, providing year-round visibility opportunities.

To secure your sponsorship or become an Affiliate Member, please visit:
https://houstonparalegals.org/

Space is limited for this event; several tables have already been reserved.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a call to learn more, please contact hmpa.office@gmail.com.

We look forward to partnering with you for another successful conference.

Sincerely,
HMPA Board of Directors

Due to requirements imposed by this venue, cancellations are required to be made no later than 12 PM on August 28, 2026

Denim and Diamonds Friday Celebration (September 18, 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

We are excited to invite you to Denim & Diamonds , the closing celebration of this year’s Annual Conference.

Join us for an evening of networking, reflection, and celebration as we wrap up a successful conference.

Come join us for delicious bites, a refreshing drink, and a great time! Enjoy awesome music from our DJ and hit the floor for some fun line dancing.

Location: The Woodlands Resort at The Glass
Attire: Business casual with a touch of sparkle
(Denim encouraged)

Register Now to secure your spot.

Reminder: You must register to attend the socials, walk-ins will not be permitted.

Houston Metropolitan Paralegal Association upcoming events

May 2026 CLE Webinar (May 12, 2026)

Join us!

Thursday Night Social- Kick Off the Annual Conference & Retreat (September 17, 2026)

Annual Conference & Retreat (September 18, 2026)

Learn about Line-Up:

Sponsor Registration - Marketing Table for Annual Conference & Retreat (September 18, 2026)

Sponsorship Benefits

Sponsorship Options & Fees

Affiliate Membership Information

Denim and Diamonds Friday Celebration (September 18, 2026)