Using Computers in the Law Office

Using Computers in the Law Office, fifth edition provides up-to-date information regarding the use of technology by paralegals in all types of legal organizations. It includes basic computer concepts, including hardware and major software programs such as Word and Excel, and also addresses more complex skills and software programs available.

Provides legal assistants with the essential concepts needed to understand and use computers for an array of applications. Basic computer hardware and software issues are covered, as well as word processing, spreadsheets, database management, legal timekeeping, billing, case management, and docket control software. Coverage also includes litigation support software, the Internet and electronic mail, computer assisted legal research and CD-ROM legal databases, courthouse applications including presentation graphics, and specialized legal software. Two enclosed CD-ROMs provide educational demo software. Annotation ©2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Brent Roper has a J.D., and a M.B.A. from Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas. Over the pat 15 years he has published a number of textbooks and articles on law office computing and law office management.