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An article appearing in the March 2012 edition of the “North Carolina Law Review,” Cooper J Strickland, “The Dark Side of Unattributed Copying and the Ethical Implications of Plagiarism in the Legal Profession,” 90 N.C. L. Rev. 920 (2012), addresses the issue of plagiarism in the legal profession. While the law review article focuses mostly on the ethical issues for lawyers, it is also important for both paralegals and students pursuing a bachelor of science in paralegal to understand the definition of plagiarism, the potential consequences for plagiarism, and how to avoid plagiarism.

What is Plagiarism?

Plagiarism is defined by Blacks Law Dictionary as [t]he deliberate and knowing presentation of another persons original ideas or creative expressions as ones own.

Merriam-Websters Online Dictionary defines plagiarize as to steal and pass off (the ideas or words of another) as ones own; to use (anothers production) without crediting the source; to commit literary theft; to present as new and original an idea or product derived from an existing source.

Defining and identifying plagiarism can sometimes be a challenge and the situation should be looked at on a case-by-case basis. A standard definition is not possible because of context. One good online source for plagiarism is the website at http://www.plagiarism.org maintained by the plagiarism detection software company iParadigms, LLC that owns TurnitIn software. Plagiarism.org provides the following situations as potential forms of plagiarism: 1) turning in someone elses work as your own; 2) copying words or ideas from someone else without giving credit; 3) failing to put a quotation in quotation marks; 4) giving incorrect information about the source of a quotation; 5) changing words but copying the sentence structure of a source without giving credit; and 6) copying so many words or ideas from a source that it makes up the majority of your work, whether you give credit or not.

Even if you cite the source, copying so many words or ideas from a source that it makes up the majority of your work or a large percentage of the work may constitute plagiarism. It is important to have original analysis in any written paper, assignment, memorandum, or brief while still citing sources.

What are the Potential Consequences for Plagiarism?

The conclusion in the “North Carolina Law Review” article states that it is possible for an attorney to commit plagiarism and to be punished for it as an ethical violation. A lawyer can face discipline from the state bar or the state supreme court for plagiarism. The court may also not award attorneys fees if the work is not original.

Along with the potential consequences for an ethical violation for lawyers, there are also potential copyright issues with plagiarism and using legal briefs. In February 2012, two lawyers, Edward White and Kenneth Elan, filed a class action suit against the parent companies of Westlaw and LexisNexis for using briefs in the brief banks sold by their respective companies without permission. The case name is White et al. vs. West Publishing Corp. et al., U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, No. 12-1340.

Students who plagiarize material can face serious consequences. Some of the potential repercussions for plagiarizing material in a paper or written assignment include failure of the assignment, failure of the course, and possible expulsion from the college or university. Be sure to check the syllabus and university catalog for more information on academic honesty.

Two Ways You Can Avoid Plagiarism

Knowing that plagiarism can result in serious consequences, how can you avoid plagiarism? Here are two ways to avoid it:

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The NAPW Waldorf Local Chapter gathered on Tuesday, April 17th for a professional networking meeting. The Chapter learned about finding ones purpose and the road to success with guest speaker Wanda Childs.

Tammy L.S. Wright, Local Chapter President, opened the meeting by welcoming all in attendance, followed by introductions, networking, and planning for the 2012 National Conference. Carolyn Washington and Kelley Perry wanted to formally introduce themselves to the Waldorf Local Chapter members. Debbie Garcia Sekema Rhodes, and Carol Davis were also in attendance.

Carolyn Washington is a Management Information Specialist. Her skills and areas of expertise is, business and legal services, which she attributes to her background and experience in administration. Her office is located in the Case Information and Analysis Branch of the Office of Management Information, Office of Management Programs, Civil Division, U.S. Department of Justice. The Office of Management Information provides support to Civil Division attorneys, managers, and support staff by developing and maintaining complex management information systems that are critical to the mission of the division. The function of the branch is to collect dynamic case data, establish procedures, controls, and guidance for entering and retrieving data from the system. This information is then used to provide associated user training, and produce standard and ad hoc reports for the division. It is also used to ensure the quality and timeliness of the data.

Kelley Perry is a new member to NAPW. She told the group that over the past 11 years, her business partner and she have successfully created, branded, and now manage a thriving IT consulting company. She also holds a Bachelor degree from Strayer University. Kelley has decided to start another company that provides life coaching and small business strategic planning support services as core competencies.

Kelley told the group she joined the National Association of Professional Women because she felt it would benefit her as a business woman and allow her to network with other business owners and professional women. She is actively involved with Global Institute for Empowered Women Entrepreneurs, which supports women in the growth and development of their businesses and lives.

Next, Tammy discussed the Mission Statement of both NAPW and the Waldorf Chapter.

She encouraged everyone to invite another Professional Women to join NAPW and compare the benefits of membership with NAPW versus other local business groups.

She then introduced the guest speaker for the evening Wanda Childs. Wanda is an Entrepreneur, Author, and Speaker. She is also the CEO and President of three companies: Blessed 24:7 Gift Shop, Printing Express & Designs, LLC, Blessed 24:7 Foundation, Inc.

Wanda started her presentation by telling the Chapter about herself. While working her nine to five in the offices of corporate America, for additional income, Wanda started her own printing company called Printing Express & Designs, LLC., specializing in souvenir items imprinted with ones own Logo to help promote and market their business or event.

Soon after starting the printing company, Wanda also started her own gift shop called Blessed 24:7

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