Evidence for ParalegalsEvidence for Paralegals

2015-08-172015-08-17 Joelyn D. MarloweJoelyn D. Marlowe

Clearly written textbook that helps students understand how evidentiary principles are applied in real-life situations.

Author: Joelyn D. Marlowe

Publisher: Aspen Publishing

ISBN: 0735590133

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Clearly written textbook that helps students understand how evidentiary principles are applied in real-life situations. Text focuses on the practical applications of the Federal rules of Evidence and how the rules relate to paralegal practice. Features: Covers a full range of topics, including gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and researching. Written from a real-life perspective, showing how actual practice works in local, state, and federal court. Pedagogy in text developed for paralegal students, and includes short case summaries, readable examples, marginal definitions of terms, marginal cross-references to the Rules of Evidence, review questions, and hypotheticals. Short, concise presentation is ideal for paralegal courses. Updated with changes to the Federal Rules of Evidence. Updated with new cases. New hypotheticals and discussion questions added.

Evidence for ParalegalsEvidence for Paralegals

2015-08-142015-08-14 Joelyn D. MarloweJoelyn D. Marlowe

Evidence for paralegals / Joelyn D. Marlowe, Career Prosecutor. — Fifth edition. pages cm. — (Aspen college series) Includes bibliographical references and index. ISBN 978-0-7355-9013-7 (alk. paper) 1. Evidence (Law)-United States. 2.

Author: Joelyn D. Marlowe

Publisher: Aspen Publishing

ISBN: 9781454861331

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Clearly written textbook that helps students understand how evidentiary principles are applied in real-life situations. Text focuses on the practical applications of the Federal rules of Evidence and how the rules relate to paralegal practice. Features: Covers a full range of topics, including gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and researching. Written from a real-life perspective, showing how actual practice works in local, state, and federal court. Pedagogy in text developed for paralegal students, and includes short case summaries, readable examples, marginal definitions of terms, marginal cross-references to the Rules of Evidence, review questions, and hypotheticals. Short, concise presentation is ideal for paralegal courses. Updated with changes to the Federal Rules of Evidence. Updated with new cases. New hypotheticals and discussion questions added.

Civil Law and Litigation for ParalegalsCivil Law and Litigation for Paralegals

2016-09-202016-09-20 Neal R. BevansNeal R. Bevans

paralegal, she also attended college and completed an associate's degree in Paralegal Studies in 2006. Her practical experience proved to ... One of the most important aspects of the preparation is gathering and organizing the evidence.

Author: Neal R. Bevans

Publisher: Aspen Publishing

ISBN: 9781454876533

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Civil Law and Litigation for Paralegals is a comprehensive text designed specifically for paralegal civil litigation courses. Author Neal Bevans not only teaches the basics of civil litigation, but also gives students the opportunity to learn skills they will use in practice. In a balanced approach, Bevans covers all the key topics paralegals need to know in an easy-to-read and engaging style that utilizes numerous examples and illustrations but never overwhelms the student. The text provides students with an in-depth analysis of a wide variety of civil cases, beginning with laying out the basic foundation of the American legal system. It proceeds through the investigation and implementation of a civil case, and follows the case through to appeal. The text balances the theoretical underpinnings of the law with the practical examples and hands-on experience that all students need to completely understand the topic. The helpful pedagogy throughout the book and a comprehensive teaching package make class preparation as easy as possible. Features: Clear introduction to the fundamentals of civil litigation for paralegal students. Provides students with an in-depth analysis of a wide variety of civil cases, laying out the basic foundation of the American legal system, proceeding through the investigation and implementation of a civil case, and following the case through to appeal. Designed to help prepare students for the practical world of divorces, car wreck cases, and medical malpractice claims that they will see every day in civil practice. Each chapter presents students with examples of the important role that paralegals play in every stage of civil litigation, from client intake to bringing an appeal. Understandable writing style with strong pedagogy, resulting in a teachable and accessible text. Each chapter includes Practice Pointers, Search Suggestions, Tech Topics, and Legal Legwork boxes, along with case excerpts, forms, and ethics. Helpful pedagogy includes Chapter Objectives that focus learning and review, Boldfaced key terms and marginal definitions for convenient reference, Review questions at the end of each chapter, and references to web sites that facilitate legal research

Law and EvidenceLaw and Evidence

2023-03-082023-03-08 Charles P. NemethCharles P. Nemeth

(Philadelphia, PA: Aspen Law & Business, 1991), 13–25 for another. 16. Fed. ... Model Code of Evidence 101 (1942). ... also for another example Beverly Hutson, Paralegal Trial Handbook (Hoboken, NJ: Wiley Law Publishers, 1991), 3–4. 25.

Author: Charles P. Nemeth

Publisher: CRC Press

ISBN: 9781000846010

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Law and Evidence: A Primer for Criminal Justice, Criminology, and Legal Studies, Third Edition, introduces the complex topic of evidence law in a straightforward and accessible manner. The use and function of evidence in both criminal and civil cases is examined to offer a complete understanding of how evidence principles play out in the real world of litigation and advocacy. This revised Third Edition includes new discussions of rules and case law analysis, forensic cases and evidentiary software programs. Key features: • Every chapter contains new legal authority that apples to traditional legal principles relevant to evidence law • Offers full coverage of evidentiary codes and statutes • Provides practical forms, checklists and additional tools throughout for use by current and future practitioners Course ancillaries including PowerPointTM lecture slides and an Instructor’s Manual with Test Bank are available with qualified course adoption.

Basic Labor and Employment Law For ParalegalsBasic Labor and Employment Law For Paralegals

2012-06-062012-06-06 Clyde E. CraigClyde E. Craig

The Second Edition has been completely updated to include new material analyzing the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009, a federal statute amending the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Author: Clyde E. Craig

Publisher: Aspen Publishing

ISBN: 9780735507777

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An effective teaching and learning text, Basic Labor and Employment Law for Paralegals covers all the essential elements in depth and breadth in a rational three part structure. "Introduction to Labor and Employment Law" examines the historical development of labor and employment law in America alongside the nature of the employment relationship. "Labor-Management Relations in the Union Setting" shows how American labor law regulates labor-management relations and includes methods of selecting collective bargaining representatives, unfair labor practices by employers and unions, economic weapons in labor disputes and the formation and administration of labor contracts. "Employment Discrimination" deals with the various forms of discrimination and the methods and procedures of pursuing employment discrimination claims. To underscore concepts and ensure student understanding, each chapter features marginal definitions, fact scenarios illustrating the concepts, and questions about specific facts for the students to consider. Answers to the fact scenarios are included at the end of each chapter. Discussion questions and exercises are provided to help students apply the concepts, and engaging case excerpts give them experience with case analysis. The Second Edition has been completely updated to include new material analyzing the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009, a federal statute amending the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Additional new material discusses the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, a federal statute prohibiting employment discrimination on the basis of genetic information. Fresh case references and examples appear throughout the text. Hallmark features of Basic Labor and Employment Law for Paralegals: Covers all essential elements of United States labor and employment law in depth Divided into three sections o Introduction to Labor and Employment Law historical development of labor and employment law in America nature of the employment relationship o Labor-Management Relations in the Union Setting how labor law regulates labor-management relations methods of selecting collective bargaining representatives unfair labor practices by employers and unions economic weapons in labor disputes the formation and administration of labor contracts o Employment Discrimination various forms of employment discrimination in American law methods and procedures of pursuing employment discrimination claims Chapter pedagogy o marginal definitions o fact scenarios illustrating the concepts

Chronicle Two Year College DatabookChronicle Two Year College Databook

2005-07-152005-07-15 Chronicle Guidance PublishersChronicle Guidance Publishers

Aspen U is an internet based distance learning school . ... candidates for degree programs are required to provide : Evidence of a bachelor's degree in the form of official transcripts from an accredited college or university , or an ...

Author: Chronicle Guidance Publishers

Publisher: Chronicle Guidance Publications

ISBN: 1556313276

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Ethics for ParalegalsEthics for Paralegals

2017-09-122017-09-12 Linda A. WendlingLinda A. Wendling

An attorney should major in a pre-law curriculum when she is going to college so that she is better prepared to go ... of the employed paralegal as against the independent contractor paralegal, common experience and evidence presented ...

Author: Linda A. Wendling

Publisher: Aspen Publishing

ISBN: 9781454894001

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Introducing students to the basic tenets of legal ethics, this text explores the regulations affecting the paralegal’s relationships with clients and ethical requirements that legal professionals follow within the justice system. The book closely aligns to the NALA and NFPA codes of responsibility, providing side-by-side comparison of their similarities and differences that offers students opportunities for critical analysis. Key Benefits: Close correlation with NALA and NFPA codes of professional responsibility. Ethics applications that address the evolving legal landscape and technology. Review questions, scenarios for in-class discussion, and Reel to Real features (discussions of media's portrayal of attorneys in ethical dilemmas) engage students and provide opportunities to practice skills. Research This feature that help strengthen students' research skills by providing suggestions for more in-depth study of key issues.

Real Estate and Property Law for ParalegalsReal Estate and Property Law for Paralegals

2022-09-142022-09-14 BEVANSBEVANS

that Moseley has failed to raise any issues of material fact, and alternatively, that there is no evidence, ... However, in 1925, Texas Technological College was established on the west end of Broadway and College Avenue, which bordered ...

Author: BEVANS

Publisher: Aspen Publishing

ISBN: 9781543826883

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REAL ESTATE AND PROPERTY LAW FOR PARALEGALS 6E

Introduction to Law for ParalegalsIntroduction to Law for Paralegals

2020-09-152020-09-15 Neal R. BevansNeal R. Bevans

New to the Fourth Edition: Coverage of agency Streamlined coverage of legal research and writing Updated cases Discussion of current technology and its use in legal practice End-of-chapter exercises and practice questions for test review ...

Author: Neal R. Bevans

Publisher: Aspen Publishing

ISBN: 1543809057

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Now in its Fourth 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 Fourth Edition: Coverage of agency Streamlined coverage of legal research and writing Updated cases Discussion of current technology and its use in legal practice End-of-chapter exercises and practice questions for test review help students master the material 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