The Paralegal Handbook (Paralegal Reference Materials)
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ISBN: 076680772X / Publisher: Cengage Learning, October 2002
This practical guide provides a framework for the paralegal profession - how it is defined, how paralegals are utilized, professional organizations, ethical guidelines, and important issues facing the profession. It includes practical information for drafting resumes and preparing for interviews, as well as job search strategies. In addition, this book incorporates articles on a number of ethical and professional issues, written by various contributors, to provide readers with diverse opinions on current issues in the paralegal profession. It is the only book that provides all this information in one source.
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Lawyers and paralegal educators Britain and Hull present this multipurpose text suitable as a textbook for entry-level paralegal students; as a reference for those considering the profession as a career choice; as a reference for practicing paralegals and legal assistants; and for use by law faculty, law librarians, members of the judiciary, and legislators as background information for academic lectures, evolving case law, and the consideration of future legislation relating to the profession. Cove rage includes an overview of the profession, ethics and professional responsibilities, significant issues facing the field, legal working environments and survival skills, and career opportunities. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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