Paralegal

Tackles the ever-evolving areas of computer-assisted research and Cyber law, in addition to traditional legal research, analysis, and writing. Extensive research chapters address primary and secondary sources, citating, Lexis/Nexis, the Internet, and more, while writing sections center on drafting client opinion letters, pleadings, contracts, office memos, memoranda of law, and appellate briefs. Every chapter gives you practice writing opportunities, as well as traditional and computer-assisted research assignments to help develop your skills. Detailed case excerpts, samples, tips.

A clear, well-organized text for the introductory legal research and writing course, designed specifically for paralegal students.

Techniques and procedures can be used as starting points from which you can make changes, adaptations, and modifications when you encounter similar situations on the job.