Lindy Duffney - Social Media Director of the Wendi Atwood Rogers Foundation

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In August 2019, I had the honor of attending the Wendi Atwood Rogers/DAPA Mentorship Workshop. This opportunity provided me the ability to learn more about the paralegal profession and the impact a paralegal has in shaping the present and future of the legal field. With guidance from my paralegal-mentor, I was inspired to start my own journey toward a career as a paralegal by enrolling in the post-baccalaureate Paralegal Studies Program at SMU. Soon after, I secured my first position as a litigation paralegal in November 2019. I have continued to grow my paralegal experience by tackling transactional matters as well.

 

I now proudly serve on the DAPA Board of Directors as Communications Director. Within DAPA, I am a member of DAPA’s Diversity, Inclusion & Equity committee, and liaise for the DI&E Literature Publication subcommittee. Additionally, I am a member of the Paralegal Division of the State Bar of Texas (District 2), where I am learning a great deal as to how to perfect my paralegal skills both in and out of the office.

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Grounded in mentorship and distinction, the Wendi Atwood Rogers Foundation enhances the lives of many by facilitating and nurturing connections every day. I am elated at the opportunity to give back as the Social Media Director of this energizing initiative. Further, I can serve the same initiative that helped kickstart my career and allowed me to forge and nurture relationships with mentors and mentees alike.