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By Roger LeRoy Miller, Mary Meinzinger, Jenna Beck, Peter Wright

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"Paralegal Today: The Legal Team at Work," 9th Edition, introduces the latest tools and trends shaping today’s legal field. This comprehensive, accessible text prepares students for the realities of the legal workplace through real-world examples, ethical dilemmas and hands-on assignments. It emphasizes professional responsibility, legal research and essential skills like interviewing, working with witnesses and analyzing metadata. New content explores the Limited Licensed Legal Paraprofessional program, remote legal offices and the ethical use of AI. Expanded coverage includes topics like jury selection, courtroom technology and developments in family law. This user-friendly edition equips students with the practical skills and legal knowledge they need to succeed in today’s rapidly evolving legal environment.

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"Paralegal Today: The Legal Team at Work," 9th Edition, introduces the latest tools and trends shaping today’s legal field. This comprehensive, accessible text prepares students for the realities of the legal workplace through real-world examples, ethical dilemmas and hands-on assignments. It emphasizes professional responsibility, legal research and essential skills like interviewing, working with witnesses and analyzing metadata. New content explores the Limited Licensed Legal Paraprofessional program, remote legal offices and the ethical use of AI. Expanded coverage includes topics like jury selection, courtroom technology and developments in family law. This user-friendly edition equips students with the practical skills and legal knowledge they need to succeed in today’s rapidly evolving legal environment.

Ethics Watch features present real-world dilemmas to reinforce professional responsibility and ethical decision-making.

Developing Paralegal Skills features show how students apply concepts in real legal settings to advance understanding and mastery.

Proven study tools and end-of-chapter activities support mastery through hands-on practice and group work.

Insight from experienced paralegal professionals bring real-world perspectives to key topics and reinforce relevance.

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Chapters

Cover Page
Title Page
Copyright Page
Preface
Acknowledgments for the Ninth Edition
Skill Prep: A Paralegal Skills Module
Part 1. The Paralegal Profession
Part 2. Legal Procedures and Paralegal Skills
Part 3. Key Elements of the Law
Appendix A. NALA’s Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Appendix B. NALA’s Model Standards and Guidelines for the Utilization of Paralegals
Appendix C. NALS Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Appendix D. NALA’s Certification Program
Appendix E. NALS Certification
Appendix F. The Constitution of the United States
Appendix G. Spanish Equivalents for Important Legal Terms in English
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Part 1. The Paralegal Profession

Chapter 1. Today’s Professional Paralegal
Preview this section ↗
Introduction ↗
What Is a Paralegal? ↗
Definition of Paralegal ↗
Expanding Roles ↗
What Do Paralegals Do? ↗
A Sampling of Paralegal Tasks ↗
Paralegals’ Duties Vary ↗
Paralegals and Technology ↗
Paralegal Education ↗
Educational Options ↗
Paralegal Curriculum—Substantive and Procedural Law ↗
The Role of the AAfPE and ABA in Paralegal Education ↗
Certification ↗
Continuing Legal Education ↗
Paralegal Skills and Attributes ↗
Analytical Skills ↗
Communication Skills ↗
Computer Skills ↗
Organizational Skills ↗
The Ability to Keep Information Confidential ↗
Professionalism ↗
The Future of the Profession ↗
Chapter Summary. Today’s Professional Paralegal ↗
Key Terms and Concepts ↗
Questions for Review ↗
Ethics Question ↗
Practice Questions and Assignments ↗
Group Project ↗
Chapter 2. Career Opportunities
Introduction
Where Paralegals Work
Law Firms
Corporations and Other Business Organizations
Government
Legal Aid Offices and Low Bono Firms
Freelance Paralegals
Paralegal Specialties
Litigation
Corporate Law
Contract Law
Real Estate Law
Personal Injury Law
Insurance Law
Employment and Labor Law
Estate Planning and Probate Administration
Bankruptcy Law
Intellectual Property Law
Environmental Law
Family Law
Criminal Law
Additional Specialty Areas
Paralegal Compensation
Compensation Surveys
Job Benefits
Salaries versus Hourly Wages
Planning Your Career
Defining Your Long-Term Goals
Short-Term Goals and Job Realities
Locating Potential Employers
Networking
Finding Available Jobs
Identifying Possible Employers
Marketing Your Skills
The Application Process
The Cover Letter
List of Professional References
Your Professional Portfolio
Digital Marketing
The Interview
Before the Interview
At the Interview
After the Interview
The Follow-up/Thank You Letter
Job-Hunting Files
Salary Negotiations
Career Development
Using Social Media Effectively
Digital Shadow
Social Media Skills Increase Your Value to Employers
Watching for Opportunities
Chapter Summary. Career Opportunities
Key Terms and Concepts
Questions for Review
Ethics Question
Practice Questions and Assignments
Group Project
Chapter 3. The Inner Workings of the Law Office
Introduction
The Organizational Structure of Law Firms
Sole Proprietorships
Partnerships
Professional Corporations
Law Office Management and Personnel
Law Office Organization
Variety of Support Staff
Employment Policies
Performance Evaluations
Employment Termination
Filing Procedures
Client Files
Work Product Files and Reference Materials
Forms Files
Law Firms and Financial Procedures
Wide Range of Law Practices
Fee Arrangements
Billing and Timekeeping Procedures
Ethics and Client Billing Practices
Communications and Social Media Tools
Traditional Communications
Communication and Modern Technology
Clear Policies
Law Office Culture and Politics
Formality versus Reality
Issues in Office Culture
Chapter Summary. The Inner Workings of the Law Office
Key Terms and Concepts
Questions for Review
Ethics Questions
Practice Questions and Assignments
Group Project
Chapter 4. Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Introduction
The Regulation of Attorneys
Who Are the Regulators?
Licensing Requirements
Ethical Codes and Rules
Sanctions for Violations
Attorney Ethics and Paralegal Practice
The Duty of Competence
Confidentiality of Information
Conflict of Interest
The Indirect Regulation of Paralegals
Paralegal Ethical Codes
Guidelines for the Utilization of Paralegals
The Increasing Scope of Paralegal Responsibilities
The Unauthorized Practice of Law
State UPL Statutes
The Prohibition against Fee Splitting
Giving Legal Opinions and Advice
Representing Clients in Court
Disclosure of Paralegal Status
Paralegals Freelancing for Attorneys
Should Paralegals Be Licensed?
General Licensing
Paralegal Registration
Education and Certification
Direct Regulation—The Pros and Cons
The Ethical Paralegal
Chapter Summary. Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Key Terms and Concepts
Questions for Review
Ethics Questions
Practice Questions and Assignments
Group Projects
Chapter 5. Sources of American Law
Introduction
The Framework of American Law
What Is the Law?
Primary Sources of American Law
Case Law and the Common Law Tradition
The Doctrine of Stare Decisis
Remedies at Law versus Remedies in Equity
The Common Law Today
The Terminology of Case Law
The Adversarial System of Justice
Constitutional Law
The Federal Constitution
State Constitutions
Statutory Law
Federal Statutes
State Statutes
Uniform Laws
Administrative Law
Agency Creation
Rulemaking
Investigation and Enforcement
Adjudication
National and International Law
National Law
International Law
Chapter Summary. Sources of American Law
Key Terms and Concepts
Questions for Review
Ethics Question
Practice Questions and Assignments
Group Project
Chapter 6. The Court System and Alternative Dispute Resolution
Introduction
Judicial Requirements
Standing to Sue
Types of Jurisdiction
Jurisdiction of the Federal Courts
Jurisdiction in Cyberspace
Venue
Judicial Procedures
State Court Systems
Trial Courts
Appellate, or Reviewing, Courts
The Federal Court System
U.S. District Courts
U.S. Courts of Appeals
The United States Supreme Court
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Negotiation
Mediation
Arbitration
Other ADR Forms
Collaborative Law
Court-Referred ADR
Providers of ADR Services
Online Dispute Resolution
Chapter Summary. The Court System and Alternative Dispute Resolution
Key Terms and Concepts
Questions for Review
Ethics Question
Practice Questions and Assignments
Group Project

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