Description: PARALEGAL TODAY: THE LEGAL TEAM AT WORK, fifth edition, makes the paralegal field come alive for the student. It uses real-world examples, offering practical application of each concept discussed, and further enhances this focus with hands-on activities throughout. The text gives the student a thorough introduction to not only the legal system in general, but to specific areas of the law and the paralegal's integral role as a member of the legal team. The student gains a comprehensive understanding of the laws in our society, the importance of ethical and professional responsibility, and the skills needed to thrive in this environment. Technology features, including spotlights on how technology is changing litigation, legal research, and overall office management, convey the importance of developing strong skills in this area. "Featured Contributors" bring a personal touch to the material - as students learn how professionals truly work in each area of the law and how each skill directly translates on-the-job. Ethical dilemmas challenge the students to further understand their professional duties and critical thinking questions provide an opportunity to sharpen their proficiency. In this way, paralegal students learn not only about the substantive areas of the law, but how to excel as a professional in each one. Product Benefits: - Chapters have been reorganized for an earlier emphasis on understanding details of the legal process and the skills needed by working paralegals.
- New "In the Office" feature provides tips on how paralegals can be more productive and professional.
- New "Going Green" feature provides tips on how paralegals can conserve resources while being productive.
- Chapter 8, Contemporary Online Legal Research, has been significantly revised and moved earlier in the text.
- New Student CD-ROM includes interactive "StudyWare" (video clips, quizzing, case studies, flashcards, discussion questions) to help students better understand the content presented.
- Engaging, highly visual content gives students a thorough introduction to not only the legal system in general, but to specific areas of the law and the paralegal's integral role as a member of the legal team.
- Real-world examples and Featured Contributors bring the material to life.
- Strong ethical focus emphasizes the paralegal's professional responsibility in every aspect of the law.
- Numerous features and exhibits throughout the text and comprehensive end-of-chapter activities provide an emphasis on applying concepts.
Table of Contents: PART I THE PARALEGAL PROFESSION.
1. Today's Paralegal Profession.
2. Career Opportunities.
3. The Inner Workings of the Law Office.
4. Ethics and Professional Responsibility.
5. Sources of American Law.
6. The Court System and Alternative Dispute Resolution.
PART II LEGAL PROCEDURES AND PARALEGAL SKILLS.
7. Legal Research and Analysis.
8. Contemporary Online Legal Research.
9. Legal Writing: Form and Substance.
10. Civil Litigation: Before the Trial.
11. Conducting Interviews and Investigations.
12. Trial Procedures.
13. Criminal Law and Procedures.
PART III SUBSTANTIVE AREAS OF LAW.
14. Tort Law, Product Liability, and Consumer Law.
15. Contracts and Intellectual Property.
16. Insurance Law and Real Property.
17. Estates and Family Law.
18. Laws Affecting Business.
19. Bankruptcy and Environmental Law.
Appendices - Same as in 4th Edition.
NALA's Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility.
NALA's Model Standards and Guidelines for Utilization of Legal Assistants.
NFPA's Model Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility and Guidelines for Enforcement.
NALS Code of Ethics.
Paralegal Ethics and Regulation: How to Find State-Specific Information.
Paralegal Associations.
Information on NALA's CLA/CP Program.
Information on NFPA's PACE Examination.
Information on NALS Certification.
The Constitution of the United States.
Spanish Equivalents for Important Legal Terms in English. |
