Description: The Litigation Paralegal: A Systems Approach, fifth edition provides students and faculty with a learning resource written specifically for them. It is a resource combining the theories and principles of law with practical paralegal skills, paralegal ethics, numerous forms, checklists, practice tips, online resources, and a focus on the goals and needs of the paralegal profession, all in the context of the law office. This text also provides instructors with the flexibility to utilize the step-by-step law office litigation system, which stresses student organizational skills and quality control techniques, or any other approach of the instructor's choosing.
This new edition addresses electronic discovery and filing and the associated ethical and practical responsibilities of the lawyer and the paralegal. New revisions to the Federal Rules of Evidence and Civil and Appellate Procedure are examined, as are the practice requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. New/revised forms have been added to reflect current practice. Web sites, assignments, key terms, and study questions have been updated throughout the text as well. Product Benefits: - Clear and concise presentation of concepts and practice skills promotes quicker comprehension and easier application of subject matter
- Realistic case scenarios and assignments to better simulate the law office setting stimulates student interest and motivation
- References to key court decisions and examination of pertinent rules of law, evidence, and procedures enhance the student?s understanding of the importance of legal authority and policies
- College of ethics standards, online resources, practice tips, forms, documents, checklists, diagrams, tables provide valuable learning and practice resources
- Accompanying student workbook facilitates learning and the application of knowledge and skills
- New material on electronic filing, discovery, the duty to prevent spoliation and pertinent rule changes, coverage of the HIPAA standards, and more facilitates student understanding of the importance of these relatively new areas of practice
- Thorough updating of the law, changes in rules of procedure, evidence, and ethics standards keeps students and instructor current on changes in the law and practice
- New forms and task examples, as well as web resources and revised tables/charts enhance enjoyment and overall appeal of the book
- New analysis problems, study/review questions and internet applications enhance learning and retention of new text material
Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Welcome to the Law Office: Foundations for Litigation
Chapter 2: The Initial Interview
Chapter 3: Evidence and Investigation
Chapter 4: Drafting the Complaint
Chapter 5: Filing the Lawsuit, Service of Process, and Obtaining a Default Judgment
Chapter 6: Defending and Testing the Lawsuit: Motions, Answers, and Other
Chapter 7: Discovery and Electronic Discovery: Overview and Interrogatories
Chapter 8: Discovery: Depositions
Chapter 9: Discovery: Document Production and Control, Medical Exams, Admissions, Chapter 10: Settlement and Other Alternative Dispute Resolutions
Chapter 11: Trial Preparation and Trial
Chapter 12: Post-Trial Practice from Motions to Appeal
Appendices
Glossary
Index |
