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ISBN: 9780132992992 | 013299299X
Edition: 1st
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Pub. Date: 7/9/2012

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SummaryTable of Contents
This cost-effective text is a complete introduction to paralegal studies covering the paralegal profession, the American legal system, legal ethics, legal specialty areas, and professional responsibility. Using an innovative text/video format, INTRODUCTION TO PARALEGAL STUDIEScaptures the essence of the field through the eyes, words and experiences of practicing paralegals. Each chapter features text and video interviews with working professionals that not only introduce the field, but also show how-to do specific paralegal tasks. Each chapter ... MORE

Part I: The Paralegal Profession

1.      The Definition and Role of a Paralegal

2.       Paralegal Careers and Career Preparation

 

Part II: An Introduction to The American Legal System

3.      Sources of American Law and the Civil and Criminal Law System

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Part III: Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility for Paralegals

5.      The Regulation of Paralegals and an Introduction to Legal Ethics

6.      The "Big Three" Legal Ethics Areas

7.      Other Legal Ethics Rules for Paralegals

 

Part IV: Paralegal Skills

8.      Skills for Workplace Success

9.      Conducting Legal Research and Briefing Court Cases

10.  Legal Writing

11.  Interviewing, Investigating, and Negotiation

 

Part V: Legal Specialty Areas for Paralegals

12.  Business-Related Legal Specialty Areas

13.  Other Legal Specialty Areas 



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