Download or read book Basic Real Estate and Property Law for Paralegals written by Jeffrey A. Helewitz and published by Aspen Publishing. This book was released on 2022-01-31 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Insightful and clear, Basic Real Estate and Property Law for Paralegals by Jeffrey Helewitz skillfully combines theory and practice in the study of Real Estate and Property Law. This approachable textbook is a basic introduction to real estate law that lays out the foundations of the law in a readable, helpful format. A thorough yet manageable introduction with examples that clarify the paralegal’s role, Basic Real Estate and Property Law for Paralegals covers estates in land and future interests; titles; land use; conveyancing; closing procedures; condos, co-ops, and commercial property; and landlord-tenant law. In addition, the book concludes with a chapter that applies the principles of real estate title to personal property and explains the differences. New to the Seventh Edition: The impact of the Covid pandemic on: compromise agreements authorized by the bankruptcy court evictions based on nonpayment of rent caused by financial hardship due to the virus landlord-tenant law New cases and issues provide fresh perspectives on: The partitioning of realty owned by multiple persons The Rule Against Perpetuities The effect of waste on property value The unauthorized practice of law associated with real estate closings Professors and students will benefit from: Helpful chapter pedagogy, including key terms, practical tips, ethical points, and chapter summaries, reinforces the discussions in the book. Edited cases in each chapter give students practice reading and analyzing case decisions. Legal forms in each chapter provide examples and practice documents on a topic-by-topic basis. Clear examples help students understand the material. Final chapter on personal property introduces students to essential concepts of tangible and intangible property. Extensive practice and review features with end-of-chapter review points, exercises, activities, and analytical situational analyses.
Download or read book Real Estate and Property Law for Paralegals written by Neal R. Bevans and published by Aspen Publishing. This book was released on 2022-09-15 with total page 782 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Real Estate and Property Law for Paralegals by Neal R. Bevans offers a dynamic approach that balances theory and practice Designed with the paralegal student in mind, this accessible introduction to real estate and property law combines a thorough presentation of key topics with examples, forms, and exercises that mirror legal practice. With Neal R. Bevans’ Real Estate and Property Law for Paralegals, students get a firm grasp on real estate law and procedure—and a running start in their careers as paralegals. New to the Seventh Edition: New section in each chapter on COVID-19 concerns, addressing current and possible changes to real estate practice in response to the pandemic Real World Perspectives in each chapter, providing practical and timely discussions of new developments in real estate law Updated case excerpts reflecting new developments in the law New graphs, exhibits, and other visual aids demonstrate current trends Sample test questions included in the text to reinforce student learning Professors and students will benefit from: Neal R. Bevans’ clear and engaging coverage of real estate and property law Lively discussion of ethics in each chapter Practice exercises that reflect the work of a paralegal Realistic examples based on legal practice Figures, tables, sample forms, and annotated legal documents Case excerpts that expose students to the language of the law Boldfaced terms with definitions in the margins Timely references to online resources Chapter Objectives and Review Questions, and in every chapter Text boxes that highlight various aspects of law and practice Real Estate Basics a at a Glance Skills You Need in the Real World Tech Topics
Download or read book California Property Law for Paralegals written by D. Patrick O'Laughlin and published by Aspen Publishing. This book was released on 2010-12-20 with total page 805 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book McGraw Hill s Real Estate Law for Paralegals written by McGraw-Hill Education and published by McGraw-Hill Education. This book was released on 2008-01-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Real Estate Law for Paralegals presents students with a clear, easy-to-understand, and exciting text in which they will learn about real property, personal property, and all of the facets inherent in real estate. The text includes a chapter dedicated solely to real estate closings. The students have access to numerous exercises, cases, and hands-on learning assignments (including sample forms) covering topics ranging from “Regulations and Encumbrances” to “Recording Statutes and Examinations.” The Paralegal Supersite Site
Download or read book Essentials of Real Estate Law written by C. Kerry Fields and published by Aspen Publishing. This book was released on 2023-09-06 with total page 668 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Authoritative yet concise, Essentials of Real Estate Law, Second Edition, offers students a carefully crafted overview of real estate law. Within a helpful and logical framework, the authors walk the student through every step of the process of purchasing and managing both residential and commercial real estate. With a practical approach that features problems, chapter assignments, realistic examples, and sample forms, this text offers a real-world approach to the practice of real estate law. New to the Second Edition: Updated and expanded forms and charts included throughout the book New cases focus on current issues Updated examples and exercises Streamlined presentation makes the material more accessible and easier to teach New Applying the Law boxed feature focuses on practical, real-world skills Professors and students will benefit from: Well-written textual explanations Complete coverage of Real Estate Law Real property interests Purchasing, financing, and conveying real estate Owning and operating real estate Succinctly edited cases that give students the opportunity to read case law Stand-alone chapters that can be adapted to fit any syllabus Focus on Ethics text boxes that highlight the responsibilities of real estate professionals A wealth of teaching tools in every chapter Review Questions Learning Objectives Chapter Outlines Introductions Definitions of new terms in the margins Practical exercises and applying the law boxes
Download or read book The Essentials of Real Estate Law for Paralegals IML written by Lynne T. Slossberg and published by Delmar Thomson Learning. This book was released on 1998-11 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written with the entry-level paralegal in mind, this book embraces a systems approach that builds proficiency in real estate file management. It provides a foundation of legal concepts, furnishes procedures on how to handle various client matters, and involves the reader with exercises. It includes information for all subjects covered in basic real estate texts, including the most common real estate litigation a paralegal may encounter. It also illustrates a commercial closing from beginning to end. The instructor's manual provides a synopsis for each chapter, a suggested instructor approach, answers to review questions, and it highlights areas where state-specific materials need to be introduced. Clearly defined chapter objectives, reinforcing summaries, hypothetical client matters, ethical questions, practical assignments, and an extensive glossary make this a well-rounded text on the essentials of real estate law for the paralegal.
Download or read book Basic Real Estate and Property Law for Paralegals Basic Wills Trusts and Estates for Paralegals written by Jeffrey A. Helewitz and published by Aspen Publishers. This book was released on 2005-10 with total page 656 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Essentials of Real Estate Law for Paralegals Book Only written by Lynn T. Slossberg and published by Cengage Learning. This book was released on 2007-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Essentials of Real Estate Law, second edition, provides a strong foundation of legal concepts necessary for understanding real estate transactions. This book is appropriate paralegal students as well as real-estate related professionals such as realtors, and title agents looking to gain a better understanding of the various aspects of real estate. Hypothetical cases in the book and the virtual law office on CD-ROM show several scenarios that can provide a better understanding of the legal aspects of real estate, and provide the opportunity to practice on sample cases. Numerous checklists and worksheets that are used in a law office are provided for reference.
Download or read book The Essentials of Real Estate Law for Paralegals written by Lynn T. Slossberg and published by Cengage Learning. This book was released on 1998-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book on the essentials of real estate law lays a foundation of legal concepts, shows the reader how to perform corresponding responsibilities and involves the reader in a fictional law office environment performing delegated tasks for "clients." Numerous checklists and worksheets are included which can be used many times.
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Download or read book The Essentials of Real Estate Law for Paralegals written by Lynn T. Slossberg and published by Cengage Learning. This book was released on 2007-07-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Essentials of Real Estate Law, second edition, provides a strong foundation of legal concepts necessary for understanding real estate transactions. This book is appropriate paralegal students as well as real-estate related professionals such as realtors, and title agents looking to gain a better understanding of the various aspects of real estate. Hypothetical cases in the book and the virtual law office on CD-ROM show several scenarios that can provide a better understanding of the legal aspects of real estate, and provide the opportunity to practice on sample cases. Numerous checklists and worksheets that are used in a law office are provided for reference. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.
Download or read book North Carolina Real Estate Law written by Neal R. Bevans and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is designed as a text book covering the major issues of real estate law. Designed with both the student and practitioner in mind, the text strikes a balance between theory and practice. The author develops the foundation of North Carolina real property law and then puts theory into practice by describing numerous practical applications, from creating offer of purchase contracts to title searches. Although there are real estate texts available that concentrate exclusively on North Carolina law, they fall into two camps: theory or practice. This text balances the competing needs of students and practitioners by addressing both concerns. The text explains the theoretical bases of real property law in North Carolina and then provides practical, hands-on examples of how to apply this theoretical knowledge. For this new edition, Bevans updated and revised information throughout the text. "More than any other subject that I teach, real property is dependent on an understanding of state-specific law and practice. I feel very lucky to have Mr. Bevans' book available to us in NC. His text contains the right balance of breadth and depth for my paralegal stduents, some of whom may be heading into real estate practices, and others who need a fundamental understanding of real property for work in other areas." -- Vicki Coleman, paralegal instructor at Pitt Community College
Download or read book Real Estate and Property Law for Paralegals written by Neal R. Bevans and published by Aspen Publishing. This book was released on 2022-09-14 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Real Estate and Property Law for Paralegals by Neal R. Bevans offers a dynamic approach that balances theory and practice Designed with the paralegal student in mind, this accessible introduction to real estate and property law combines a thorough presentation of key topics with examples, forms, and exercises that mirror legal practice. With Neal R. Bevans’ Real Estate and Property Law for Paralegals, students get a firm grasp on real estate law and procedure—and a running start in their careers as paralegals. New to the Seventh Edition: New section in each chapter on COVID-19 concerns, addressing current and possible changes to real estate practice in response to the pandemic Real World Perspectives in each chapter, providing practical and timely discussions of new developments in real estate law Updated case excerpts reflecting new developments in the law New graphs, exhibits, and other visual aids demonstrate current trends Sample test questions included in the text to reinforce student learning Professors and students will benefit from: Neal R. Bevans’ clear and engaging coverage of real estate and property law Lively discussion of ethics in each chapter Practice exercises that reflect the work of a paralegal Realistic examples based on legal practice Figures, tables, sample forms, and annotated legal documents Case excerpts that expose students to the language of the law Boldfaced terms with definitions in the margins Timely references to online resources Chapter Objectives and Review Questions, and in every chapter Text boxes that highlight various aspects of law and practice Real Estate Basics a at a Glance Skills You Need in the Real World Tech Topics
Download or read book The Essentials of Florida Real Estate Law written by Sandi Towers-Romero and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Essentials of Florida Real Estate Law was written for the paralegal student, the real estate professional, and anyone with an interest in Florida's property laws. Students and instructors of Florida real estate will appreciate the wealth of information covered in a user-friendly format. The book cites pertinent Florida statutes and explains the underlying concepts. It demonstrates the workings of the law with important Florida cases that are relevant to the topic under discussion."--BOOK JACKET.
Download or read book Introduction to Law for Paralegals written by Neal R. Bevans and published by Aspen Publishing. This book was released on 2023-09-14 with total page 867 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in its Fifth Edition, Introduction to Law for Paralegals balances substantive law with work-based knowledge and skills. From the basics of the U.S. legal system to personal injury, contracts, and intellectual property, Neal R. Bevans brings it all into focus through clear writing, realistic examples, and engaging exercises. With features like Skills You Need in the Real World and Issues at a Glance, the transition from classroom to law firm will be smooth sailing. New to the Fifth Edition: New and updated cases Discussion of current technology and its use in legal practice New Web Surfing feature with websites for further reading Professors and students will benefit from: Essential paralegal skills and legal procedure, presented in conjunction with substantive areas of law Part I introduces students to the legal system, with coverage of ethics, evidence, working in the law office, trials, and appeals Part II covers substantive law, including torts, contracts, criminal law, administrative law, real property, wills and trusts, family law, intellectual property, and agency law Part III gives an overview of legal research and writing A succinct and direct writing style Exercises that develop paralegal skills, integrated throughout the text A design for learning on every page, including definitions of legal terms and phrases, inset boxes that illuminate concepts, examples, visual aids, chapter summaries, sample documents, case excerpts, and more End-of-chapter exercises and practice questions for test review help students master the material
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Download or read book Basic Contract Law for Paralegals written by Jeffrey A. Helewitz and published by Aspen Publishing. This book was released on 2022-01-31 with total page 515 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A perennial favorite, Jeffrey A. Helewitz’s Basic Contract Law for Paralegals provides paralegal students with a comprehensive introduction to contract law Basic Contract Law for Paralegals is a clear, comprehensive, and straightforward introduction to all the basics of contract law, specifically designed for paralegal students. Lively examples and well-crafted pedagogy cover all key topics in a contracts course—from offer, acceptance, and consideration, to discharge of obligations, and remedies. The text balances coverage of case law with professional skills development and culminates with a chapter that asks students to draft a standard contract. An appendix of twelve sample contracts provides a useful ongoing reference tool. New to the Tenth Edition: Major new cases address: Acceptance/non-acceptance of an offer by silence Online acceptance of an offer The capacity of a person suffering addiction to enter into a contract Ambiguous conditions and contract formation Battle of the Forms The impact of Covid-19 on the discharge of contract obligations Professors and students will benefit from: Comprehensive, practical, and straightforward coverage of the basics of contract law, including a chapter on drafting simple contracts. Clearly written text and lively examples that help students understand the law. Well-crafted pedagogy that includes chapter overviews, highlighted examples, key terms, review questions, sample clauses for analysis, edited cases, chapter summaries, and end-of-chapter exercises. Manageable length that makes this book ideal for shorter courses. New end-of-chapter Quick Quizzes that provide a final self-check of students’ knowledge. Ethical problems at the end of each chapter that raise awareness of professional responsibility in practice Sample contracts in the Appendix
