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Introduction to Paralegalism: Perspectives, Problems, and Skills, 6E  
Author: William P. Statsky
ISBN: 0766839419
Format: Handover
Publish Date: June, 2005
 
     
     
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Book Description
Introduction to Paralegalism: Perspectives, Problems, and Skills, 6E, provides students with a comprehensive in-depth introduction to the field. As the market leader, this text boasts a wealth of information on updated legislation and the impacting use of paralegals. New to this edition is the inclusion of pertinent web site information related to chapter content, assignments that require students to do additional research on the web, updated exhibits that illustrate key concepts, and extensive information on paralegal career development and job opportunities. Also new to this edition is the coverage of changes in paralegal regulation, statistics and updates to case law. Packed with real life insights and information on trends in the profession, the text contains the following features: Chapter Outlines, Assignments, Examples, Checklists, Chapter Summaries, Key Terms, and ôOn the Netö û an end of chapter feature that provides students with innumerable web site addresses to conduct additional research on the internet. This text is an invaluable resource for any student seeking a practical approach to the study of the paralegal profession.




Introduction to Paralegalism: Perspectives, Problems, and Skills

FROM THE PUBLISHER

A comprehensive introduction to the field with a real world, practical emphasis which also makes it a valuable on-the-job reference. This is the market leader and has been updated and enhanced to include a new full-color insert outlining key steps to success as a paralegal. The text is packed with real life insights and information on working as a paralegal. Each chapter contains the following helpful features: Chapter Outline, Assignments, Examples, Checklists, Chapter Summary, and Key Terms. Revisions include a new Internet appendix, updated ethical codes, and expanded supplement package. This text can be customized to fit the instructor's needs.ALSO AVAILABLE Study Guide and Workbook, ISBN: 0-314-21388-0 INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS Computerized Test Bank, ISBN: 0-314-20858-5 Transparency Acetates, ISBN: 0-314-22129-8 Transparency Masters, ISBN: 0-314-21077-6 3.5" Chapter Disk, ISBN: 0-314-21516-6 Instructor￯﾿ᄑs Manual, ISBN: 0-314-20836-4 .

SYNOPSIS

This textbook describes the role of the paralegal and the skills paralegals need. Chapters cover working conditions, regulation, ethics, the legal system, legal analysis, interviewing, investigation, litigation assistance, research, writing, the use of computers, administration, and administrative advocacy. Appendices list professional associations, chart the organization of the federal government, survey state and federal practices, list resources, discuss business practices, and relate anecdotes. Statsky's credentials are not listed. Annotation c. Book News, Inc.,Portland, OR

     



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