Practical Introduction To Paralegal Studies: Strategies for Success, 3rd Edition

Bridging the gap between the classroom and the real world, A Practical Introduction to Paralegal Studies - offers a thorough exploration of the entire paralegal profession.

In a logical three-part organization, experienced author Deborah Bouchoux covers the fundamentals of the paralegal profession and the American legal system, along with the paralegal skills essential for success in the workplace. This engaging and well-written text provides the pragmatic and realistic information students need to hit the ground running.

New to the Third Edition

All new Case Illustrations, Discussion Questions, and Internet Closing Arguments. New forms provided throughout the text. Up-to-date information on trends in regulation of the paralegal profession, including overview of innovative limited licensing programs in Washington and Utah as well as other proposals to close the access-to-justice gap.

Updated coverage of ethics, including new trends such as alternative business structures, and cutting-edge developments such as nonlawyer ownership of law firms, litigation financing, use of social media, and whether internet-accessible advice and forms constitute the unauthorized practice of law.

New developments in computer-assisted legal research, including the use of artificial intelligence and using free tools such as Google Scholar, Gov Info, Congress.gov, and Court Listener to access American law are discussed in Chapter 5.Significantly expanded section on e-discovery in Chapter 8, including a sample privilege log. New section in Chapter 11 on current disruptions to legal services, including alternative legal service providers and other trends.

New tips and approaches to getting a job, setting SMART® goals, handling tricky interview questions, and future-proofing your career, as well as an expanded discussion of soft skills needed to succeed on the job in Chapters 10 and 12.

Book Details

• Author: Deborah E. Bouchoux
• Publisher: Aspen Publishing
• Edition: 3rd Edition
• eBook ISBN: 9781543823172, 1543823173
• Print ISBN: 9781543815610, 1543815618