Paralegal Today The Legal Team At Work

Author : Roger LeRoy Miller,Mary Meinzinger
Publisher : Mindtap Course List
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2021-03-04
Category : Law
ISBN : 0357454065

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Paralegal Today: The Legal Team at Work, Loose-Leaf Version by Roger LeRoy Miller,Mary Meinzinger Pdf

Prepare for success in your career as a paralegal as PARALEGAL TODAY: THE LEGAL TEAM AT WORK, 8E. introduces today's legal system. You learn how current technology and social media tools are used in practice. Real examples, hands-on practical applications and ethical dilemmas help strengthen your understanding of laws in current society and the importance of ethical and professional responsibility. You also refine the skills needed to thrive in today's legal landscape. An entire chapter highlights paralegal careers and salaries to prepare you for work choices. In addition, you examine current issues, such as legal responses to the #MeToo movement, legal trends in protecting women's rights in the workplace, the use of the latest online legal research tools and technical requirements in today's courtroom. In addition, you learn how to conduct effective interviews, work with witnesses and address today's developments in family law.

Author : Roger LeRoy Miller,Mary Meinzinger
Publisher : Cengage Learning
Page : 752 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2016-01-01
Category : Law
ISBN : 1305506081

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Paralegal Today: The Legal Team at Work by Roger LeRoy Miller,Mary Meinzinger Pdf

Succeed in your course and your career as a paralegal with PARALEGAL TODAY: THE LEGAL TEAM AT WORK. This updated Seventh Edition shows you how current technology and social media tools are used in practice, while helping you develop an understanding of the laws in our society, the importance of ethical and professional responsibility, and the skills needed to thrive in today's legal environment. Real-world examples, practical applications, ethical dilemmas, hands-on assignments, and an entire chapter on paralegal careers (with salary information) prepare you to meet the challenges of today's paralegal working environment. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

Author : Roger Miller,Mary Meinzinger Urisko,Senior Lecturer Karen Miller,Urisko,Mary Meinzinger
Publisher : Cengage Learning
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2009-11-06
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1111319111

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Paralegal Today by Roger Miller,Mary Meinzinger Urisko,Senior Lecturer Karen Miller,Urisko,Mary Meinzinger Pdf

Author : Roger LeRoy Miller,Mary S. Urisko,Mary Meinzinger Urisko
Publisher : Delmar Pub
Page : 842 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2003-07
Category : Law
ISBN : 1401810829

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West's Paralegal Today by Roger LeRoy Miller,Mary S. Urisko,Mary Meinzinger Urisko Pdf

The definative, briefer text for new paralegal students, West's Paralegal Today: The Essentials, provides the balanced coverage today's instructors desire without the substantive law. The theoretical foundation is balanced with practical career information, skill building activities, and the very latest in legal technology. All this is presented with carefully researched pedagogy to help the learning process for all kinds of students. A full range of paralegal topics is covered such as computer-assisted legal research, certification, paralegal specialities, communicating with clients, and professionalism.

Author : Roger Miller,Mary Urisko
Publisher : Delmar
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2008-04-22
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1435438779

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Paralegal Today - Legal Team at Work by Roger Miller,Mary Urisko Pdf

Paralegal Today: The Legal Team at Work, fourth 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. "Paralegal Profiles" and "Featured Guests" 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.

Author : Hope Viner Samborn
Publisher : Aspen Publishing
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2020-02-02
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781543821048

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Basic Legal Writing for Paralegals by Hope Viner Samborn Pdf

Basic Legal Writing for Paralegals, Sixth Edition, teaches students the skills they need to effectively work with cases, legal authorities, documents, and professional correspondence. Samborn and Yelin guide students through the writing process, using the objective memo as a teaching tool. At every stage of a well-defined writing process, the authors provide lucid explanations, visual aids, and plenty of examples. With practice exercises throughout the book, students can develop the skills that will become indispensable to their careers as paralegals. New to the Sixth Edition: New and refreshed exercises Streamlined presentation, making the material even more accessible and teachable Updated website resources Revised and updated chapter on Case Briefing and Analysis Expanded coverage of email and e-memos Professors and students will benefit from: Thorough and readable coverage of case briefs, legal memoranda, correspondence, and persuasive writing A practical approach that emphasizes the role of the paralegal, and how different types of legal writing are used in practice Step-by-step instruction that guides students through every stage of the writing process, from pre-writing planning to drafting and revising An overview of the legal system that shows how different forms of legal writing are used in different contexts Synthesizing and presenting legal authorities How to use the IRAC method of legal analysis Examples, exhibits, writing tips, exercises, ethics alerts, practice pointers, and web resources Additional student resources in its appendices on citation rules and writing strategies

Author : Roger L. Miller
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2008-06-15
Category : Law
ISBN : 1435443098

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Paralegal Today by Roger L. Miller Pdf

Author : Roger Leroy Miller,Mary Meinzinger
Publisher : Cengage Learning
Page : 544 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2016-04-08
Category : Law
ISBN : 1337414069

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Paralegal Today by Roger Leroy Miller,Mary Meinzinger Pdf

Designed for anyone considering a career as a paralegal, the 7th edition of PARALEGAL TODAY: THE ESSENTIALS provides you with a comprehensive introduction to the legal system through real-world examples, practical applications, ethical dilemmas, and hands-on assignments. With thorough coverage of the basic, key areas of paralegal studies, this text ensures that you will develop a comprehensive understanding of the laws in our society, the importance of ethical and professional responsibility, and the skills needed to thrive in the legal environment. The text includes increased coverage of technology in the workplace, including critical topics such as confidentiality issues, e-mail policies, technology in the courtroom, and the use of social media in criminal and civil litigation.

Author : Roger LeRoy Miller,Mary Meinzinger Urisko
Publisher : Thomson
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Legal assistants
ISBN : 1418050113

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West's Paralegal Today by Roger LeRoy Miller,Mary Meinzinger Urisko Pdf

West's Paralegal Today: The Legal Team at Work, fourth 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. Paralegal Profiles and Featured Guests 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.

Author : Harvard Business School. Press
Publisher : Harvard Business Press
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781422128855

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Developing Employees by Harvard Business School. Press Pdf

The Pocket Mentor series offers immediate solutions to the challenges managers face on the job every day. Each book in the series is packed with handy tools, self-tests, and real-life examples to help you identify strengths and weaknesses and hone critical skills. Whether you're at your desk, in a meeting, or on the road, these portable guides enable you to tackle the daily demands of your work with greater speed, savvy, and effectiveness. Managing employee growth is critical to your organization's success. But to develop your employees effectively, you must have certain skills, such as the ability to seek out opportunities, set goals, and provide feedback. This volume teaches you to: � Assess developmental needs � Understand and take into account differences between your employees � Use a Performance and Potential grid to determine next steps � Conduct a career development discussion

Author : Roger LeRoy Miller
Publisher : West Legal Studies
Page : 822 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0766810097

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West's Paralegal Today by Roger LeRoy Miller Pdf

The definitive text for new paralegal students, West's Paralegal Today provides the balanced coverage so many instructors demand. The extensive theoretical foundation is balanced with practical career information, coverage of substantive law, skill building activities, and the very latest in legal technology. All this is presented in full color with the carefully researched pedagogy shown to help the learning process for all kinds of students. A full range of paralegal topics is covered. In addition, a variety of student exercises is included so the instructor can customize student assignments to fit the requirements of his or her program. New to this edition is the coverage of environmental law, expansion of ethics and paralegal regulation, and computer-aided legal research. In addition, the text has been fully updated to reflect changes in law and trends in the paralegal profession. West's Paralegal Today reflects the excitement surrounding paralegal studies as we enter the new millenium. Modern, colorful, and visually attractive, this book brings the paralegal field to life. Students like the dynamic full-color photos and illustrations, as well as all of the real-world examples and high-interest features.

Author : Roger LeRoy Miller,Mary Meinzinger Urisko
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 754 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1999-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0766810100

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West Paralegal Today by Roger LeRoy Miller,Mary Meinzinger Urisko Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Harvard Business Press
Page : 105 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2009-02-02
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781422172568

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Managing Diversity by Anonim Pdf

The Pocket Mentor series offers immediate solutions to the challenges managers face on the job every day. Each book in the series is packed with handy tools, self-tests, and real-life examples to help you identify strengths and weaknesses and hone critical skills. Whether you're at your desk, in a meeting, or on the road, these portable guides enable you to tackle the daily demands of your work with greater speed, savvy, and effectiveness. Many organizations encourage diversity because providing equal opportunity for everyone is the right thing to do. A diverse workforce can also yield such important competitive advantages as a higher level of profitable innovation, a better understanding of market opportunities, and stronger employee productivity and commitment. But as people with different backgrounds, beliefs, and values interact in the workplace, conflicts can arise. How can you foster diversity on your team and surmount the challenges that can come with it? This book teaches managers how to: - Recruit a diverse team - Foster an inclusive environment by replacing common misconceptions with facts - Handle diversity-related conflict - Tap the business value generated by the team?s diversity

Author : David Horrix
Publisher : The Crowood Press
Page : 339 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2018-02-12
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781785003585

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Complete Book of Snooker Shots by David Horrix Pdf

The Complete Book of Snooker Shots will increase your knowledge of the shots that you can play from various positions on the table and so will - with practice - improve your game. This book will help not only players wishing to increase their knowledge, but also parents and professional coaches wishing to add structure to training sessions. Enjoy increasing your understanding of the game of snooker, and enjoy improving your knowledge. Packed with hundreds of individual shots to practice, this practical guide will be of great interest to all players wishing to increase their knowledge as well as parents and professional coaches, and is fully illustrated with 350 colour images.

Author : D. Patrick O'Laughlin
Publisher : Aspen Publishing
Page : 805 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2010-12-20
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781454860143

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California Property Law for Paralegals by D. Patrick O'Laughlin Pdf

Designed to simplify material while maximizing student interest, California Property Law for Paralegals is a well-organized, clearly written, practical text. This concise yet comprehensive book will provide students the tools they need but will not overwhelm them because it is geared specifically to the needs of paralegal students. Written so that class lectures can be prepared with ease, this text features: Practical problem solving exercises and hypotheticals presented in an interesting and attention-grabbing style with an eye to engaging the reader Ethical issues discussed throughout the text that challenge the students and prepare them for practice An option for instructors to encourage students to draft assignments in IRAC form to better prepare students for the workplace and to make grading easier for instructors Chapters ending with a review of important terms, concepts, definitions, and chapter review questions. The author engages both students and instructors with four special features intended to facilitate mastering the law through practical application: Judge for a Day uses a paraphrased judicial opinion or fact pattern that does not reveal the holding of the case. Students are asked to predict the judge's ruling. These can be used to trigger classroom discussion or used in a mock trial. The Client Comes Calling presents a challenge or task that a paralegal may encounter in the course of an ordinary day in a law firm. This feature spotlights ethical considerations and also introduces students to the business side of the practice of law. Sharpening the Saw: An Exercise in Issue Spotting trains paralegals to think like legal professionals. Students are asked to read a set of facts and then to identify and effectively convey the issue in writing. This feature is presented in such a way that an instructor can determine how much emphasis to place on legal writing. Out of the Ivory Tower reminds students that clients use law firms to solve problems. This feature encourages creative thinking and a focus on the "big picture." Without a doubt, California Property Law for Paralegals is your best alternative for an easy to teach, focused, California-specific property text aimed specifically at paralegals.