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Introduction to Paralegalism Perspectives, Problems and Skills

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ISBN-10: 1435400062

ISBN-13: 9781435400061

Edition: 7th 2009

Authors: William P. Statsky

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Introduction to Paralegalism, seventh edition, explores the dynamic of working in a modern law office setting, and provides new paralegals with the hands-on skills and real-world context necessary to succeed in the field. Foremost attention is given to the rules of ethics, including rules from all fifty states and the District of Columbia, and in particular, the ethical guidelines that lawyers and paralegals must follow. Introduction to Paralegalism, seventh edition, also provides students important insight to the efforts underway to regulate the profession in legislatures, courts, bar associations, and paralegal associations. Ten critical skills are covered in the book: identifying legal…    
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Book details

List price: $254.95
Edition: 7th
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
Publication date: 7/29/2008
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 912
Size: 8.75" wide x 11.00" long x 1.75" tall
Weight: 4.598
Language: English

William Statsky is a member of both the ethics committee and the advisory council for the National Federation of Paralegal Associations, as well as an instructor of online courses at Thomas Edison State College in Trenton, New Jersey. He is the author of numerous groundbreaking legal textbooks for paralegals and 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.).

Introduction to a New Career in Law
Paralegal Employment
On-the-job Realities: Assertiveness Training for Paralegals
The Regulation of Paralegals
Attorney Ethics and Paralegal Ethics
Introduction to the Legal System
Introduction to Legal Analysis
Legal Interviewing
Investigation in a Law Office
Litigation Assistantship
Legal Research
Legal Writing
An Introduction to the Use of Computers in a Law Office
Introduction to Law Office Administration
Informal and Administrative Advocacy
Appendices
Glossary