Paralegals Ethics

This easy-to-follow text is a concise study of legal ethics from the perspective of the paralegal to prepare paralegal students for the ethical dilemmas they will face on the job. The text includes the ABA Model Rule that applies to attorneys so students can learn to act in accordance with rules for the ethical conduct of attorneys. The NALA and NFPA rules and guidelines focus on practical advice and information paralegals can use to comply with the pertinent rules of ethics. Hypotheticals and cases on each topic are included, as well as chapter summaries, summary questions, and helpful hints.

This easy-to-follow book offers a study of legal ethics and ethical dilemmas from the perspective of the paralegal. The book includes the ABA Model Rule that applies to attorneys so as to inform the paralegal how to act in accordance with these rules and better assist attorneys. The NALA and NFPA rules and guidelines focus on practical advice and information paralegals can use to comply with the pertinent rules of ethics. A discussion of business ethics prepares readers for the ethical situations they might encounter in working for a law firm, a major corporation, a government agency or other type of businesses.

Angela Schneeman is a Research and Billing Specialist for High Point, responsible for coordinating the client billing process and providing research and proofreading support to the High Point team. Prior to joining High Point Creative, Angela worked as a paralegal, author, and billing specialist. She has managed law firm billing and worked for more than 15 years as a paralegal. Angela has authored six textbooks on Paralegal Studies. She received a B.S. in Business/Legal Studies and a Legal Assistant Certificate both from the University of Minnesota.