For comments, questions or reprint information, email Ursula at furiperry at verizon.net.


Coming soon by Ursula:

(NOTE: Titles may be changed by editors upon publication)


"Career Column," in the National Jurist, November 2007 issue

"Profile Column," in the National Jurist, November 2007 issue

"Remote General Counsel," in GC Mid-Atlantic, November 2007 issue

"Next Step: Career Options for Paralegals" in Legal Assistant Today, Nov-Dec 2007 issue

"International Law Package," in the National Jurist, November 2007 issue

"Labor and Employment/International Law Profile," in PreLaw Magazine, Fall 2007 issue

"Aging in Place," in The Caregiver's Home Companion, October 2007 issue

"A Look at the No Child Left Behind Act," in Parents and Kids Magazine, October 2007 issue

"Non-Traditional Legal Careers" in Next Step Magazine, March 2008 issue


Ursula's previously published articles:


October 2007:

"Best Law Firms" in The National Jurist

"October Career Column" in The National Jurist

"Background Checks" in The National Jurist

"Deputy DA Profile" in The National Jurist


September 2007:


"Environmental Law Profile" in PreLaw Magazine and the National Jurist

"Criminal Law Profile" in PreLaw Magazine

"Career Column (debut)" in The National Jurist

"Do Firms Love Your School?" in The National Jurist

"Picking a Pet" in The Caregiver's Home Companion

"Procurement Feature" in GC Mid-Atlantic (ALM)

"Associate Salaries" in GC Mid-Atlantic (ALM)


August 2007:

"Five School-Aged Transitions" GateHouse Media

"School Safety Feature" GateHouse Media


July 2007:

"GC Licensing" in GC Mid-Alantic (ALM)

"Diversity Feature" in GC Mid-Atlantic (ALM)

"Making Sense of Medical Bills" in The Caregiver's Home Companion


June 2007:

"Setting up a War Room," in Legal Assistant Today

"Q and A with Jane Swift" in Parents and Kids Magazine


May 2007:


"Corporate Internships for Law Students" in GC Mid-Atlantic (ALM)

"Unique CLE Programs for In-house Counsel" in GC Mid-Atlantic (ALM)

"Hiring Former Outside Counsel to go In-House" in GC Mid-Atlantic (ALM)


April 2007:

"Five Great Projects for Nesting Moms" in Parents and Kids Magazine

"Member Business Marketing," in Credit Union Business Magazine


March 2007:

"Reporting on Work Life Balance: Are Women Opting Out of the Workplace--Or Being Pushed Out?" in Parents and Kids Magazine

"The Corporate Option" in The National Jurist

"Offshoring at Corporate Law Departments" in GC Mid-Atlantic (ALM)

"Dealing with Divorce" in The Caregiver's Home Companion


February 2007:

"Money for Nothing? Using Upromise to Maximize College Savings" in Parents and Kids Magazine

"Caregiving and the Only Child" in The Caregiver's Home Companion


January 2007:

"Hiring Your First GC" in GC Mid-Atlanic (ALM)

"Making Bill Paying Easier for Your Loved One" in The Caregiver's Home Companion

"The Top Ten Schools for Latino Students: Tips on Choosing the Right College" in Next Step Magazine, Latino Edition


December 2006:

"The Best Cities for Law Students," PreLaw Magazine

"Unique Joint JD Programs," PreLaw Magazine

"Grandparents Financially Helping Grandchildren," Parents and Kids Magazine


November 2006:

"The Five Hottest Corporate Areas for Paralegals," Legal Assistant Today

"UCC Compliance at Credit Unions," Credit Union Business Magazine

"The Fuss Over Formula," Parens and Kids Magazine

"Bettering Methods of Family Communication Among caregivers," The Caregiver's Home Companion


October 2006:

"The Best Cities for New Attorneys," The National Jurist

"Everyday Workers: Contract Attorneys at Corporate Law Departments," GC Mid-Atlantic Magazine (ALM)


September 2006:

"Grandma Makes My Lunch Every Day: Grandparents Act as Primary Caretakers," Parents and Kids Magazine

"Guaranteed Tuition," The National Jurist and PreLaw Magazine

"These Are the People in Your Neighborhood," The National Jurist


August 2006:

"Can In-house Attorneys Get a Life?" reprint, Law.com

"What Happened to Gym Class?" Parents and Kids Magazine

"Using the Internet in Human Resources at Credit Unions," Credit Union Business Magazine

"Bathing Your Loved One: Answers to Commonly Asked Questions," the Caregiver's Home Companion

"Wedding Insurance," Bride and Groom Magazine


July 2006:

"Balancing Acts: Work-Life Balance Initiatives at Law Departments," GC Mid-Atlantic (ALM)


June 2006:

"Alternative Birthing Methods," Parents and Kids Magazine


May 2006:


"Helping Your Loved One Cope with Arthritis," the Caregiver's Home Companion

"Making the Most of College Visits," Next Step Magazine

"Latino Studies Programs," Next Step Magazine, Latino Edition

"Tips for Parents: Getting More Involved," Next Step Magazine, Latino Edition

"Surviving Bed Rest During Pregnancy," Parents and Kids Magazine


April 2006:

"Offshoring in the Legal Field," The National Jurist and PreLaw Magazine

"When Vendors Fail to Perform," Bride and Groom Magazine

"Endometriosis Q&A," ePregnancy Magazine

"Behold the Ubersexual," Strip Las Vegas Magazine


March 2006:

"Flexible Work Arrangements," Parents and Kids Magazine

"Caregivers and Hypertension," The Caregiver's Home Companion

"How to Be More Flexible (And Why it Matters in College,) Next Step Magazine

"Careers in Social Work," Next Step Magazine


February 2006:

"Law School Specialization," The National Jurist

"Free Money," PreLaw Magazine


January 2006:

"How Many Law Students Does it Take to Change a Light Bulb?" The National Jurist

"Women and Minorities at Law Firms," The National Jurist

"Reverse Mortgages," The Caregiver's Home Companion

"Twins Q&A," ePregnancy Magazine

"Increasing Your Energy Level Q&A," ePregnancy Magazine

"Pregnancy After an Abortion Q&A," ePregnancy Magazine

"Hot Drinks in 2006," Strip Las Vegas Magazine

"The Differences Between Public and Private Schools," Next Step Magazine

"Making Mommy Friends," Parents and Kids Magazine


December 2005:

"Bathing Your Loved One," The Caregiver's Home Companion

"A Guy's Guide to Lingerie," reprint, Strip Las Vegas Magazine

"Overcoming Chronic Illnesses," Parents and Kids Magazine


November 2005:

"Caregivers and the Family and Medical Leave Act," The Caregiver's Home Companion

"Minority Representation Among Law Students," The National Jurist and PreLaw Magazine


October 2005:

"From Diapers to (Legal) Briefs," The National Jurist

"Preparing for the LSAT," PreLaw Magazine


September 2005:

"DIY Legal Materials and Services Help Consumers," LawCrossing.com

"Retirement Planning 101," The Caregiver's Home Companion

"Law Students in London," The National Jurist


August 2005:

"Legal Staff Opportunities in Education Law," LawCrossing.com

"Exploring Judicial Clerkships," LawCrossing.com

"Billing Tips for Paralegals," LawCrossing.com

"Learning From Others' Mistakes," LawCrossing.com

"Honeymooning in Southern California," Bride and Groom Magazine

"Hoarding and Caregivers," The Caregiver's Home Companion

"Helping Your Child with Homework," Parents and Kids Magazine

"Setting the Stage for a Super School Year," Parents and Kids Magazine


July 2005:

"MBA's for JD's," LawCrossing.com

"Legal Staff Opportunities in Immigration Law," LawCrossing.com

"Legal Staff and Prison Representation," LawCrossing.com

"Legal Staff Careers in Homeland Security," LawCrossing.com

"Legal Staff Get Involved in Tort Reform," LawCrossing.com

"Not Two Peas in a Pod: the Differences Between Medicare and Medicaid," The Caregiver's Home Companion


June 2005:

"Legal Nurse Consultants," LawCrossing.com

"Ten Tips for Effective Discovery," LawCrossing.com

"Legal Staff Affected by Outsourcing," LawCrossing.com

"Legal Staff who Make a Difference," LawCrossing.com

"Curbing Morning Sickness," reprint, PregnancyandBaby.com

"Pre-teens and Communication," Parents and Kids Magazine


May 2005:

"Improving Attorney-Paralegal Relationships," LawCrossing.com

"IT Legal Staff," LawCrossing.com

"Personal Injury Paralegals," LawCrossing.com

"Age and Gender and the Paralegal Profession," LawCrossing.com

"Process Servers," LawCrossing.com

"Appealing Admissions Decisions," Next Step Magazine

"Medical and Pharmaceutical Breakthroughs," The Caregiver's Home Companion

"Testing for Developmental Disorders," Parents and Kids Magazine


April 2005:

"Legal Staff Opportunities in Family Law," LawCrossing.com

"Ten Tips from Top Marketers," LawCrossing.com

"Conducting Conflicts Checks," LawCrossing.com

"Legal Staff in Collections Law," LawCrossing.com

"The Legal Advice Quandary," Student Lawyer Magazine (ABA)

“Catfish Cookin'," Louisiana Cookin' Magazine

“Breastfeeding After Breast Augmentation Surgery Q&A,” ePregnancy Magazine

“Conceiving After a Reversed Vasectomy Q&A," ePregnancy Magazine

“Sperm Washing Q&A," ePregnancy Magazine

"The New Face of Bullies: Torment on the Internet," reprint, Metro Parent Magazine

"Younger/Older Moms," Parents and Kids Magazine

"Pregnancy Fitness," Parents and Kids Magazine


March 2005:

"Real Estate Paralegals," LawCrossing.com

"Legal Staff in Oil and Gas Law," LawCrossing.com

"Legal Staff Opportunities in Elder Law," LawCrossing.com

"The Importance of Paralegal Education," LawCrossing.com

"Bonding Through Beauty," Parents and Kids Magazine

"Overcoming Pregnancy Side Effects," Parents and Kids Magazine

"Tests to Expect in Each Trimester," Parents and Kids Magazine


February 2005:

"Paralegal Opportunities in Government," LawCrossing.com

"Becoming a Notary Public," LawCrossing.com

"Recovery of Paralegal Fees," LawCrossing.com

"Freelance Paralegals," LawCrossing.com

"Keeping the Love Alive," The Caregiver's Home Companion

"Time Management Tips for Student-Parents," Empowered Magazine


January 2005:

“Behind the Licensing Controversy: Part 1—The Pros," LawCrossing.com

“Behind the Licensing Controversy: Part 2—The Cons," LawCrossing.com

“Paralegal Jobs in Mergers and Acquisitions," LawCrossing.com

“Working in IP," LawCrossing.com

“Profile of Alex Fetbroth," The Middlesex Beat

“Planning a Multi-Cultural Wedding," Bride & Groom Magazine

“Teaching Kids Humor," Parents and Kids Magazine

"Caregiver Training Programs," The Caregiver's Home Companion

"Dealing with College Rejection," Next Step Magazine, Parent Guide

"Counseling LGBT Students," Next Step Magazine, Winter 2005 Link Guidance Counselor Issue


December 2004:

“Gaining More Responsibility at Your Firm," LawCrossing.com

“Holding the Firm Together: Business Managers on the Rise," LawCrossing.com

“Taking the Next Step: Paralegals Going to Law School," LawCrossing.com

“Corporate Research Tools for Paralegals," LawCrossing.com

“Legal Investigators," LawCrossing.com

“Workin’ It Around the Globe: International Business Paralegals," LawCrossing.com

“Teaching Tolerance," Parents and Kids Magazine

“You’re Wrong, Teacher!” Parents and Kids Magazine

“Where to Find Reliable In-Home Care," The Caregiver's Home Companion


November 2004:

“Butting Out: Employers Penalize Smokers," LawCrossing.com

“In-house Paralegals," LawCrossing.com

“Legal Research for Beginners: Book Review," LawCrossing.com

“Finding a Job at a Top Firm," LawCrossing.com

“How to Do Holiday Wear," The MetroWest Daily News

“He’s Hip to His Hop," The Woburn Advocate

“Holiday Shopping Tips for Parents," Parents and Kids Magazine

“Holiday Traditions Around the Globe," Parents and Kids Magazine

“Defibrillators You Can Take to Heart," The Caregiver's Home Companion


October 2004:

"Civil Litigation for Paralegals: Book Review," LawCrossing.com

“Tips for Buying the Perfect Winter Coat," The MetroWest Daily News

“Cold and Flu Guide for Parents," Parents and Kids Magazine

"Caregiving and Spirituality," The Caregiver's Home Companion


September 2004:

“The One Who Cares," Thirsty Magazine

“Second Wedding Etiquette," Bride & Groom Magazine

“Are you a Loyal Friend? Quiz," Guideposts for Teens Magazine

“Work? Study? Why Not Do Both?" Next Step Magazine, Fall 2004 Financial Aid Issue

“Crossing the Cultural Boundaries," Next Step Magazine, 2004 Link Guidance Counselor Issue

“Internet Bullies are an Arm’s Length Away," Parents and Kids Magazine

“Saving Your Loved One From the Junk Mail Jungle," The Caregiver's Home Companion

"Handywoman How-to's," reprint, Mahoning Valley Women's Magazine


August 2004:

“Ten Quick and Easy Lunchbox Recipes," Community Newspaper Company/Parents and Kids Supplement

“Back-to-School Shopping Guide," Community Newspaper Company/Parents and Kids Supplement

“Symptoms of a Heart Attack," Community Newspaper Company/Emergencies Special Report

“What to Do in the Event of a Fire," Community Newspaper Company/Emergencies Special Report

“Things to Have in Your Medicine Cabinet," Community Newspaper Company/Emergencies Special Report

“Ten Things to Have in Case of a Terrorist Attack," Community Newspaper Company/Emergencies Special Report

“Overly Competitive Parents," Parents and Kids Magazine

“Say What? Caregiving and Hearing Loss," The Caregiver's Home Companion


July 2004:

“Pregnancy and Low-Carb Diets Q&A," ePregnancy Magazine

“Eleven Tips for Making the Outdoors Safer for Your Loved One," The Caregiver's Home Companion


June 2004:

“Low-Carb Diets and the Bar Scene," Low Carb Energy Magazine

“Low-Carbing After Fifty," Low Carb Energy Magazine


May 2004:

“Facing the Low-Carb Scorn," Low Carb Energy Magazine

“When Caregiving Interferes with Your Personal Relationship," The Caregiver's Home Companion


April 2004:

"Caregiving and Grief," The Caregiver's Home Companion


March 2004:

“Writing for Teen Magazines," Writing-World.com

“Cajun Cuisine," Back Home Magazine

“Negative Attitudes During Pregnancy," ePregnancy Magazine


February 2004:

“Classic Couples’ Recipes," Back Home Magazine

"Caretaker-Physician Relationships," The Caregiver's Home Companion


January 2004:

“Instant Mommy,” Moms' Voice Magazine

“Healthy Rice Recipes," Healthy Living Today

“Arts and Design Careers," Teenage Buzz Magazine

“Gestational Diabetes FAQ," ePregnancy Magazine


December 2003:

“Boston’s Healthy Eateries," Healthy Living Today

“Healthier Hungarian," Healthy Living Today


November 2003:

“Good Night? Not for the Mom-to-be," ePregnancy Magazine


October 2003:

“Smart Medicine Cabinet Maintenance,” The Caregiver's Home Companion

“Starting Solids," Moms' Voice Magazine

“Raising a Baby Genius: Dynamite Developmental Activities,” Moms' Voice Magazine


September 2003:

“Tips for Overnight Caretakers," The Caregiver's Home Companion

“A Guy’s Guide to Lingerie," Thirsty! Magazine


May 2003:

"Better Financial Decisions? You Can Bank On It," Teenage Buzz Magazine


April 2003:

"Dude, That Book Was Cool!" Reading Today Magazine


March 2003:

“Pre-college Summer Programs," Teenage Buzz Magazine

“Preparing for the SAT At Home,” Teenage Buzz Magazine

"Learn About Peace," Next Step Magazine


February 2003:

"Romantic Dinner Surprises," UltimateWedding.com

"Essential Estate Planning," UltimateWedding.com


January 2003:

“Calling All Pilots and Sailors," Teenage Buzz Magazine

“Prenuptial Agreement Checklist," UltimateWedding.com

“Living With Your New Spouse—Without the Stress!" UltimateWedding.com


December 2002:

“Healthy and Hearty Hungarian Cooking," Back Home Magazine


November 2002:

“So Your Vendors Didn’t Perform…What To Do Next," UltimateWedding.com

“Smart Money Management," Teenage Buzz Magazine

“Ace the Interview," Next Step Magazine


October 2002:


“Pink Hair, Baggy Clothes…Screaming Parents," Teenage Buzz Magazine


September 2002:

“Making Your Case: Getting Into Law School," Next Step Magazine


August 2002:

“Informal and Inexpensive Rehearsal Dinners," UltimateWedding.com


July 2002:

"The Next Big Brother Star," RealityTVPlanet.com

“Honeymooning Bogart Style," UltimateWedding.com

“Tips for a Perfect Couples’ Massage," UltimateWedding.com


June 2002:

“Put Your Friends and Family to Use," UltimateWedding.com


May 2002:

“Mardi Gras-themed Wedding Receptions," UltimateWedding.com

“Hungarian Wedding Customs," UltimateWedding.com