| Introduction to Paralegalism: Perspectives, Problems and Skills, Loose-Leaf Version Contributor(s): Statsky, William P. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1337414018 ISBN-13: 9781337414012 Publisher: Cengage Learning OUR PRICE: $162.40 Product Type: Loose Leaf - Other Formats Published: May 2016 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Law | Paralegals & Paralegalism |
| Physical Information: 1.1" H x 8.4" W x 10.8" (3.60 lbs) 928 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Master the hands-on skills you'll need to succeed in a modern law office with INTRODUCTION TO PARALEGALISM, 8e. Ten critical skills are covered in the book: identifying legal issues, breaking rules into elements, applying rules to facts interviewing clients, investigating facts, digesting discovery documents, providing litigation assistance, researching the law, drafting documents, and representing clients at administrative agencies where authorized by law. Packed with real-life insights and real-world examples, the text helps you understand the ethical guidelines that lawyers and paralegals must follow and covers the efforts underway to regulate the profession in legislatures, courts, bar associations, and paralegal associations |
Contributor Bio(s): Statsky, William P.: - William Statsky has been is a member of the ethics committee and the advisory council for the National Federation of Paralegal Associations and a member of the Certifying Board of the National Association of Legal Assistants. He has taught at Columbia Law School, UCLA School of Law, Antioch School of Law and Thomas Edison State College and is the author of numerous groundbreaking legal textbooks for paralegals. He was a member of the transition team for then-President-Elect Ronald Reagan. Mr. Statsky holds a master of law degree (LL.M.) in urban affairs as well as a juris doctorate degree (J.D.). |