Overview
Learn the basic principles and procedures of the practicing paralegal!
The outline structure of this book is perfect for
- Overview of legal principles
- Guide to the duties and responsibilities of the practicing paralegal
- Review for certification tests in the paralegal field
- Quick reference on specific topics in the paralegal profession
As a representative of the law, these guidelines will help you whether you are writing briefs or analyzing statutory materials.
Know the Latest about the Law
Read about
- Explanations of courts
- Sources of law
- Subject areas of law
- Changes in the law
- Changes in the legal system
Synopsis
The intent is to provide not only an overview of the legal principles in a variety of areas of the law, but also to give a practical introduction to the kinds of duties and responsibilities that may face a paralegal in the workplace.
Sufficiently comprehensive coverage of the sources of law, the courts system, basic legal terminology, legal research, civil law and discovery, criminal law, real estate, decedents' estates, domestic relations, and contracts.
Specifically written for people who would like to know more about paralegal assisting or general subject areas of the law, but have little background in the area.
Booknews
Written as a textbook for an introductory course in paralegal assisting, this book explores the profession's duties and ethical responsibilities. Coverage includes the reading and briefing of cases, legal research, ethics and contracts, practical law (with sample pleadings), and current information on other legal issues affecting the field, including joint ownership, property laws, service of process issues and dissolutions of marriage, as well as civil law for out-of-state defendants, and in rem and quasi in rem cases. Contains replications of many court documents. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)