Description: This manual is a comprehensive study tool for the Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) Examination administered by the National Association of Legal Assistants, Inc. The manual thoroughly covers each section of the exam with extensive outlines, examples, facts, and charts for review. Sample tests are included at the end of each chapter. Tips for studying and successful completion of the exam are also provided. The new edition has been completely updated to reflect the latest changes in the law and the CLA Examination. Product Benefits: - The manual has been thoroughly updated to reflect changes in the law (such as the new Federal Rules of Civil Procedure) and changes in the CLA Examination.
- Each chapter covers a different section of the exam and provides extensive outlines with summaries of the law, illustrative examples, sample questions with explanatory answers, and charts for review.
- Self-Tests at the end of each chapter simulate questions on the actual exam. For example, the Self-Test for the Ethics section consists of 50 sample questions, in a variety of formats, covering various ethical problems. Students are advised to set a time limit of 30 minutes to complete the test. Any unanswered questions at the end of the 30 minute period should be counted as wrong answers. Ans
- The text offers extensive guidelines for effectively preparing for and taking the CLA Examination. Coverage includes: Basic background information on each section of the exam including administrative policies; tips for efficient study including when, where, and how to study; effective study aids; and group study suggestions; suggestions for positive test performance including ideas for control
Table of Contents: Introduction.
Chapter 1: Legal Terminology.
Chapter 2: Communications.
Chapter 3:Ethics.
Chapter 4: Judgment and Analytical Ability.
Chapter 5: Legal Research.
Chapter 6: Human Relations and Interviewing.
Chapter 7: General Law.
Chapter 8: Administrative Law.
Chapter 9: Bankruptcy Law.
Chapter 10: Business Organizations.
Chapter 11: Contract Law.
Chapter 12: Criminal Law.
Chapter 13: Estate Planning and Probate.
Chapter 14: Family Law.
Chapter 15: Litigation.
Chapter 16: Real Estate Law. Self -Test Answer Key. Bibliography. Index. |
