The sixth annual National Paralegal Day, hosted by NALP (The National Association of Licensed Paralegals) will take place on 3rd November 2026.
This year the event is entirely online to ensure that all paralegals across England, Wales and Northern Ireland can take part.
The celebrations will also include the NALP Paralegal Achievement Awards, which recognise outstanding Learners across NALP’s suite of Ofqual regulated paralegal qualifications.
2026 categories are:
Highest Achievement Award for the NALP Level 3 Award in Paralegal Practice
Highest Achievement Award for the NALP Level 3 Certificate in Paralegal Practice
Highest Achievement Award for the NALP Level 3 Diploma in Paralegal Practice
Highest Achievement Award for the NALP Level 3 Diploma for Paralegal Technicians
Highest Achievement Award for the NALP Level 4 Diploma in Paralegal Studies
Highest Achievement Award for the NALP Level 4 Diploma for Associate Paralegals
Highest Achievement Award for the NALP Level 7 Diploma in Paralegal Practice
The winners, who have each achieved the top grades over the last 12 months will be featured in a mini National Paralegal Day film and full interviews with each will be released on the day, alongside videos from the winning NALP approved Centres, and National Paralegal Day’s sponsors; Mindful Education and BARBRI.
National Paralegal Day celebrates the dedicated professionals who form the backbone of much of the legal sector. Often working behind the scenes, paralegals make a significant difference by assisting solicitors and legal teams in delivering high-quality services. In addition, paralegals who hold a Licence to Practise directly help individuals access affordable legal support. Paralegal expertise is also relied upon by a wide range of organisations, including local authorities, top-flight football clubs and some of the UK’s largest listed companies.
National Paralegal Day 2026 is sponsored by Mindful Education and BARBRI.
Mindful Education produces award-winning professional courses and apprenticeships that continue to set new standards in education technology. Working in partnership with hundreds of training providers, colleges and employers, Mindful Education’s compelling mix of academic, technical and creative expertise brings learning to life, helping people to take the next step in their professional careers.
BARBRI is a global legal educator specialising in innovative technology to help law students and lawyers succeed in achieving their legal qualification. Their unique courses can prepare you for the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) through to becoming a solicitor in England and Wales, as well as offering dual-qualification opportunities to become an attorney in New York or California. BARBRI has maintained the trust of legal students for over 50 years, helping more than 1.5 million law students and lawyers succeed in legal exams across the globe.
“We’re proud to support National Paralegal Day, celebrating the vital contribution of paralegals and our shared commitment with NALP to creating recognition, opportunity and pathways for career progression.” said Rob Dudley, Head of Employability & Engagement, BARBRI.
National Paralegal Day is hosted by NALP, a non-profit membership body and the only paralegal body that is recognised as an awarding organisation by Ofqual (the regulator of qualifications in England). Through its Centres around the country, accredited and recognised professional paralegal qualifications are offered for those looking for a career as a paralegal professional. http://www.nationalparalegals.co.uk
“Being a paralegal is a profession to be proud of. Whether you are at the beginning of your career or are an experienced practitioner, every paralegal should take pride in the difference they make, the standards they uphold and the vital role they play in the legal sector. National Paralegal Day is our chance to celebrate those achievements and highlight the value that paralegals bring to society.” said Chantal Cooke, CEO, NALP
ABOUT NALP
The National Association of Licensed Paralegals (NALP), a non-profit membership body and the only paralegal body recognised as an awarding organisation by Ofqual (the regulator of qualifications in England). Through its Centres around the country, accredited and recognised professional paralegal qualifications are offered for those looking for a career as a paralegal professional.
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