Download or read book Instructor s Manual for Interviewing and Investigation for Paralegals a Practical Approach written by Ann M. Dobmeyer and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Interviewing and Investigatio Pb written by Ann M. Dobmeyer and published by Aspen Publishers. This book was released on 1998-02-01 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Instructor s Manual and Test Bank to Accompany Interviewing and Investigating Essential Skills for the Paralegal written by Stephen P. Parsons and published by Aspen Publishers. This book was released on 1999 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Interviewing and Investigation for Paralegals written by Ann M. Dobmeyer and published by Aspen Publishers. This book was released on 1998 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With a distinctly student-friendly voice, this new text provides a succinct overview of the interviewing and investigation process -- focusing on the key issues paralegals need to know in practice. The practical approach of the book uses realistic case scenarios to show interviewing and investigation skills in context, and draws from criminal as well as civil cases. The helpful pedagogy of the book includes: key terms practice tips review exercises in-depth chapter exercises glossary and bibliography. Users will also find: charts and exhibits throughout the book supplying them with the tools to help structure their interviews and investigations in practice coverage of using the Internet to help in investigation extensive appendices which provide a variety of resources to help in the investigation and interviewing process, including a sample case investigation file; sample client letters; selective excerpts from the Federal Rules of Civil Procedures And The Federal Rules of Evidence. The text is divided into three major sections: Overview of Litigation Process, including rules of procedure, evidence and ethics discussed in the context of the interviewing and investigating process Basics of Interviewing, including how to ask questions, how to listen to determine whether questions are answered, how to diffuse the angry of hostile person, and how appearance and tone can influence the interview, and how to interview children and those form different cultures, As well as how to preserve information gathered through interviews Investigation Process, including how to plan and organize an investigation and complete sources for finding people and finding information
Download or read book Interviewing and Investigating written by Stephen P. Parsons and published by Aspen Publishing. This book was released on 2021-09-14 with total page 624 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Interviewing and Investigating: Essential Skills for the Paralegal, Eighth Edition, provides a thorough and practical approach to helping paralegal students establish a strong foundation in interviewing and investigating skills. And it does so by carefully placing that instruction in exactly the context of civil disputes, criminal prosecutions, and commercial business transactions where modern lawyers need assistants with those skills. The text contains materials to train students how to identify and locate witnesses, obtain vital information from both public and private sources, and how to arrange and conduct effective interviews of clients and witnesses, both in the office and in the field. The text uses not just explanations, examples, and illustrations, but realistic case studies with vetted student role-playing assignments to accomplish its pedagogical goals. The text with supporting materials is written by Stephen P. Parsons, an experienced practitioner, teacher, and author. New to the Eighth Edition: A new feature, Keep in Mind, to emphasize, recap, and follow up on important points New coverage of genetic testing as a means of identifying or locating people New and freshened examples, hypotheticals, and Learn by Doing exercises Increased coverage on how to locate and obtain medical, educational, and employment records Updated Case Studies for use in student role playing activities Updated references to multiple online resources Updated references to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure, and the Federal Rules of Evidence to reflect the latest amendments Continued emphasis on the latest developments in online social networking and communication technologies including public and private surveillance cameras and surveillance drones Professors and students will benefit from: A dynamic pedagogy, including hypotheticals with questions, Learn by Doing exercises, chapter summaries, and basic review questions in every chapter Examples from civil, criminal, litigation, and non-litigation scenarios Emphasis on ethical and professional standards, integrated throughout the text and focused on in a chapter devoted to ethical issues Four realistic cases for analysis and use in the Learn by Doing exercises-homicide, personal injury, domestic relations, and a commercial real estate development project
Download or read book Civil Interviewing and Investigation written by Cynthia Bandry Schroeder and published by Cengage Learning. This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using case studies based on actual events and investigations, the reader learns practical applications of investigative techniques and strategies and interviewing methods for all areas of litigation. The materials were developed using investigations performed, Federal Statues and rules, practical application of paralegal work ethics and responsibilities, and a law school text. ALSO AVAILABLE INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDER Computerized Test Bank, ISBN: 0-7668-1772-5 Instructors Manual, ISBN: 0-7668-0245-0
Download or read book Interviewing and Investigating written by Stephen P. Parsons and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: INTERVIEWING AND INVESTIGATION: Essential Skills For The Paralegal, Second Edition, reflects important developments in an accessible, appealing format. The author captures student attention through: a practical approach that gives a strong foundation in interviewing and investigating skills as well as the civil, criminal, and non-litigation contexts in which they are utilized demonstrating 'learning by doing' -- where the author teaches the critical connection between law and fact, how to engage in effective analysis, And The essentials of good communication skills well-crafted pedagogy that provides varied and realistic materials in which the student applies the principles including illustrations, examples, hypotheticals,and Learn by Doing exercises that appear in every chapter examples drawn from civil an criminal scenarios, and litigation and non-litigation settings four case studies - a murder case, a personal injury case, a domestic relations case, and a real estate development project - supplying realistic scenarios for applying the concepts excellent appendices containing special resources for students, including extensive information on online resources for investigators What's in the Second Edition? updated citations to all websites, references to many new websites and court decisions, and a new Sleuth on the Loose feature more Learn by Doing exercises, and refined hypotheticals and exercises throughout the book new glossary to students with terminology coverage of important new federal statutes and regulations that will affect the paralegal's investigation task, including the Homeland Security Act, The E-Government Act of 2002, The Federal Financial Modernization Act ('Gramm-Leach-Billey Act'), And The new HHS health privacy rules streamlined presentation makes the book easier to use
Download or read book A Practical Introduction to Paralegal Studies written by Deborah E. Bouchoux and published by Wolters Kluwer Law and Business. This book was released on 2008-10 with total page 452 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * COMPANION WEBSITE www.aspenparalegaled.com/bouchoux_practicalintro2 ( Contact your Aspen Representative for more information about these resources.) Bridging the gap between the classroom and the real world, respected author Deborah E. Bouchoux offers this thorough exploration of the entire paralegal profession, as well as a specific inventory of what students will be expected to know, and the tasks they will be expected to perform, as working paralegals in law office and other legal environments. This concise yet thorough orientation to the work of the paralegal provides: practical guidance for transferring and applying classroom lessons to the law office environment logical three-section organization making connections between study skills, the paralegal profession, and the American legal system connecting paralegal research, analysis, and writing to the tasks of interviewing and investigations looking at the tasks of the working paralegal, different types of law practice, the law office environment, strategies for career development (including resume preparation, job interview preparation, and job resignations), and techniques for succeeding in the workplace topical coverage that closely adheres to the nature of paralegal work effective ways to improve note taking how to respond to ethical misconduct in the workplace common blunders when using e-mail cultivating listening skills best practices for timekeeping and billing pedagogical devices that enhance learning, such as chapter overviews, key terms, marginal definitions, website references, case illustrations, practice tips, and chapter summaries research task exercises and Internet-based exercises in each chapter that mirror those performed by the working paralegal comprehensive teaching package that includes: Instructorand’s Manual with sample syllabi, chapter outlines, answers to all end-of-chapter discussion and research questions, additional practice exercises Test Bank with more than 400 questions PowerPoint slides Updated throughout, with new Case Illustrations, Discussion Questions, and Internet Closing Argument Assignments, the Second Edition offers an overview of recent amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure regarding the production of electronically stored information discussion of class action suits and multidistrict litigation a review of new electronic tools used in law firms discussion of cutting-edge topics, such as electronically existing metadata and its implications for attorney-client privilege, and whether legal blawgs constitute advertising a fresh look at professional appearance, demeanor, and etiquette in the workplace new and updated information on salary trends, popular paralegal fields, billable hour requirements, and more Emphasizing practical skills and the role of the paralegal, Deborah E. Bouchoux shines a light on the paralegal profession by showing students what paralegals actually do. *Instructor's Manuals are a professional courtesy offered to professors only. For more information or to request a copy, please contact Wolter's Kluwer Law and& Business at 800.529.7545 or [email protected].
Download or read book Interviewing and Investigating written by Stephen P. Parsons and published by Aspen Publishers. This book was released on 2016-09-16 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Interviewing and Investigating: Essential Skills for the Legal Professional, 6E reflects a thorough and practical approach, for a strong foundation in interviewing and investigating, as well as in the civil, criminal, and non-litigation contexts in which they are used. This comprehensive text uses realistic case scenarios, practical exercises, illustrations, and examples to teach the essential skills of interviewing and investigating, helping students to master rather than memorize the skills. Led by an experienced practitioner and author, readers will make connections between law and fact, engage in critical analysis, and develop specific communication skills that are indispensable in practice. Key Features: Summaries of newly decided cases involving attorney-client privilege and the use of social media to communicate. References to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure in Chapters 3 and 4 revised to reflect December 2015 amendments, including: FRCP 26(c)(1)(B): cost shifting in connection with a motion for protective order during discovery FRCP 37(e): national standard for imposition of sanctions for spoliation of ESI FRCP 16(b)(3):judicial input on certain e-discovery issues at the outset of a case. References to Federal Rules of Evidence 801(d)(1)(B) and 803(6)(7)(8) updated and new examples added. New section on the confrontation clause. All websites updated and new sites added. Discussions of e-discovery updated to reflect the latest developments in online social networking and technology. In updated case studies, social media plays a significant role in the characters’ lives—sometimes to their detriment. Expansion of the treatment of public records and the explanation of what state public records acts cover and how to access them. Refreshed instructor’s manual providing a sample syllabus, suggested approaches to using the various pedagogical features in the text, instructions and evaluation form for persons roleplaying as witnesses, and a complete test bank with answers.
Download or read book Fact Investigation written by Paul J. Zwier and published by Ntl Inst for Trial Advocacy. This book was released on 2000 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Introduction to Law for Paralegals written by Katherine A. Currier and published by Aspen Publishing. This book was released on 2023-01-31 with total page 828 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A thoughtful new edition of the leading Introduction to Law for Paralegals text Introduction to Law for Paralegals: A Critical Thinking Approach explores high-interest topics and cases within the framework of the authors' acclaimed critical thinking approach. Hypotheticals, examples, and incisive questions shed light on both the principle and application of the law. In a thoroughly updated new edition, this leading text in the field continues to provide innovation and excellence. New to the Eighth Edition: Updated with changes in the law, new NetNotes, and additional Discussion Questions and Legal Reasoning Exercises. Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure are now directly after the chapter on Torts so that instructors can better compare and contrast civil litigation and criminal law. Streamlined chapter introducing the Study of Law and the Paralegal Profession. Professors and students will benefit from: Comprehensive coverage of key legal concepts. Hypotheticals, questions, and exercises that engage students in critical thinking. A logical three-part organization: Part I, Paralegals and the American Legal System; Part II, Finding and Analyzing the Law and Part III, Legal Ethics and Substantive Law. Student-friendly skill development for basic statutory and case analysis. Text is readable without talking down to students. Structure of chapters ensures that students understand and learn the material. Ethics Alerts, marginal definitions, Internet references, and legal reasoning exercises. Appendices on writing style and citation, the U.S. Constitution, Ethical Codes, and additional Net Notes.
Download or read book Civil Interviewing and Investigating for Paralegals IML written by Cynthia Schroeder and published by Delmar Thomson Learning. This book was released on 1999-01-01 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using case studies based on actual events and investigations, the reader learns practical applications of investigative techniques and strategies and interviewing methods for all areas of litigation. The materials were developed using investigations performed, Federal Statues and rules, practical application of paralegal work ethics and responsibilities, and a law school text. ALSO AVAILABLE INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDER Computerized Test Bank, ISBN: 0-7668-1772-5
Download or read book Civil Interviewing and Investigating for Paralegals written by Jodi G. McMaster and published by Prentice Hall. This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Synthesizing the theoretical with the practical, this book presents topics in the same order in which they would be encountered in the real world. Assuming knowledge of core areas of law, and civil litigation, the book walks the reader through the steps of the trial process, outlining the practical steps, and introducing the evidentiary concepts that accompany each item that must be investigated as they unfold. For practicing paralegals and law clerks, and those studying to become a paralegal.
Download or read book West s Paralegal Today written by Roger LeRoy Miller and published by West Legal Studies. This book was released on 1999 with total page 822 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book The Legal Research and Writing Handbook written by Andrea B. Yelin and published by Aspen Publishers. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The highly successful textbook on research and writing makes every step of the process accessible to paralegal students. The authors provide effective research tools, practical strategies and an efficient procedure for researching the law with both traditional and electronic sources. Step-by-step instruction leads students through each stage of activity, from prewriting to revising, and covers the IRAC method, legal memoranda, letters, and more. Invaluable pedagogy features examples, exhibits, expert writing tips, exercises, practice tips, ethics alerts, and web resources. Detailed subheadings provide quick access to topics, and appendices on helpful topics such as Shepardizing and Cite Checking, Citation and Sample Memoranda round out the presentation. The Student Workbook provides for extensive practice, sharpening research and writing skills. Thoroughly revised, the Sixth Edition presents new sample pages and updated exercises. Citation coverage has been updated to the 4th edition of ALWD and the 19th edition of The Bluebook. Inclusion of all the latest changes in legal research led to the revision of references, links, and examples. Students are now given more coaching on the practical aspects of outlining. The Instructor's Manual has expanded explanations, and answers to exercises and questions have been made clearer and more accessible. Hallmark features of The Legal Research and Writing Handbook: Accessible coverage of every step of the research and writing process Research tools and strategies teach an efficient process cover traditional and electronic sources Step by step instruction in legal writing process prewriting strategies to revising the IRAC method legal memoranda, letters, and more Excellent pedagogy examples and exhibits expert writing tips exercises practice tips ethics alerts web resources Detailed subheadings for quick access to topics Helpful appendices Shepardizing and Cite Checking Citation Sample Memoranda Student Workbook―extensive practice in research and writing skills Thoroughly updated, the revised Sixth Edition presents: New sample pages Citationcoverage updated to 4th edition of ALWD and 19th edition of The Bluebook Latest changes in legal research Revised and updated material throughout: references links examples exercises More detail on practical aspects of outlining Thorough revision of the Instructor's Manual expanded explanations cogent and accessible answers to exercises and questions *Instructor's Manuals are a professional courtesy offered to professors only. For more information or to request a copy, please contact Wolter's Kluwer Law & Business at 800.529.7545 or [email protected].
Download or read book Instructor s Manual for Legal Interviewing and Counseling written by David A. Binder and published by . This book was released on 1979 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Introduction to Paralegal Studies written by Michael M. Martin and published by Aspen Publishers. This book was released on 2002-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This best-selling author team sharpens students' analytical skills with: - an overview of the legal system and the paralegal's role, presented in a clearly organized four-part structure, explaining the Paralegal Profession, the American Legal System, Legal Analysis and Research, and Paralegal Skills and Responsibilities - a critical thinking framework that encourages students to develop their analytical skills through examples, hypothetical cases, and reasoning exercises, as they learn the basics of legal research, writing, interviewing, and investigation - superior writing and hypothetical cases with a proven blend of coverage and depth - pedagogy designed for reinforcing critical thinking - appendix guides to writing and legal citation -- now updated to include the ALWD Citation Manual This edition includes: - an early chapter on Paralegals and the Work World to motivate students right from the start, encouraging them to progress through the text with a clear idea of how legal issues relate to their career choices - online and electronic coverage updates throughout the entire text, with text-related websites throughout -- plus, explanations of online and computer techniques for research, investigation, and case management - updated Ancillary Package includes Instructor's Manual, Test Bank, and PowerPoint Lecture slides
