The Litigation Paralegal: A Systems Approach, fifth edition is an exceptional classroom text as well as a valuable post-classroom, on-the-job resource. The text and bundled workbook offer instructors a flexible course plan that guides the student through each step and major task of the litigation process. Educators and students alike will benefit from the clear presentation of material, the emphasis on ethics, the extensive coverage of electronic discovery and filing, as well as features such as the medical guide, numerous checklists, provocative quotations, and a wealth of practical assignments set in the context of one or more litigation cases.

The acclaimed book for parents whose children have special education needs. The Individualized Education Program (IEP)determines the nuts and bolts of your child's special education. But it's easy to get lost in the paperwork and bureaucracy. The Complete IEP Guide will guide you through the IEP process. The book provides all the instructions, suggestions, strategies, resources and forms you need to: *understand your child's rights *untangle eligibility rules and assessments *collect all school records *draft goals and objectives *pinpoint specific problems *develop a blueprint of program and services *research school programs and alternatives *prepare for IEP meetings *resolve disputes with your school district *and more The 4th edition is completely updated to reflect the latest -- and major-- changes to the Individuals With Disabilities Act (IDEA), the law that governs special education and the IEP process. Whether you're new to the IEP process or entering it once again, this user-friendly guide is your outline for an effective educational experience for your child.

Hailed when it was first published in 1985 as the bible of U.S. collections management, A Legal Primer on Managing Museum Collections offers the only comprehensive discussion of the legal questions faced by museums regarding collections. This revised and expanded third edition addresses the many legal developments—including a comprehensive discussion of stolen art and the international movement of cultural property, recent developments in copyright, and the effects of burgeoning electronic uses—that have occurred during the past twenty-five years. An authorative, go-to book for any museum professional, Legal Primer offers detailed explanations of the law, suggestions for preventing legal problems, and numerous case studies of lawsuits involving museum collections.

Fundamentals of Litigation for Paralegals is a popular and widely-respected text that conveys to students a complete understanding of the litigation process, from the time the client walks into the office, through trial and post-judgment, and including settlements and alternative forms of resolutions. Well-adapted to a range of teaching approaches, the revised Seventh Edition focuses on advances in technology and how it is used to support a litigation case. Distinctive features of Fundamentals of Litigation for Paralegals: thorough coverage of the entire litigation process a balanced treatment that presents the litigation process clearly , with accessible and cogent discussion of the litigation rules and procedures a user-friendly organization that lends itself to a variety of teaching approaches and objectives a rich pedagogy that includes bold-faced key terms, a glossary, numerous examples, charts, checklists, sample documents, chapter overviews, summaries, and review questions a litigation file in the appendix provides realistic examples of motions, pleadings, and discovery requests an accompanying workbook on CD reinforces the concepts learned in the book with review questions, case scenarios, and practice forms--the case scenarios support course assignments or may be used by the instructor as case studies in class Thoroughly updated throughout, the Seventh Edition provides: a fresh focus on recent the technological advances used in preparing litigation cases new and updated websites that offer litigation support recent Supreme Court cases and developments in the procedural rules

Trial Notebook offers hundreds of techniques and tactics for every stage of a trial's progress in spare, lively, memorable prose. You get strategies grounded in actual courtroom experience that will improve the effectiveness of your advocacy.

Civil Litigation is a practical and very thorough textbook written specifically for paralegal students. It combines legal principals and the application of those principles to litigation practice, teaching students the information and skills they need to succeed in all areas of law. The litigation process is expertly detailed in a variety of contexts so that students can understand the relevance of litigation to other legal specialties such as personal injury, real estate, employment and intellectual property law. Sample legal documents such as complaints, answers, interrogatories and deposition summaries are presented and thoroughly explained in relevant chapters. The authors emphasize the use of technology in specific areas of litigation, as well as important Web sites and assignments requiring use of the Internet. Finally, this edition features an exercise in each chapter that relates to a single case, giving students the chance to work a case from beginning to end, much like they would in a law office.

Secure the education your child deserves! Children with learning disabilities have different needs than other kids in special education -- let Nolo's IEP Guide: Learning Disabilities help you make sure those needs are met. This one-of-a-kind book walks you through the Individual Education Program process, providing all the instructions, suggestions, resources and forms you'll need to understand the special-education system. Step by step, you'll learn how to: *understand your child's rights *prepare to make your case *untangle eligibility rules and evaluations *develop effective IEP goals *figure out the best programs, services and teaching strategies *get ready for IEP meetings *resolve disputes with the school district *do legal research on learning-disability issues *and much more The 2nd edition is completely updated to reflect the latest-- and major-- changes to the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the law that governs special education and the IEP process. It also provides the forms, sample letters and resources you need.

Litigation and Trial Practice for the Legal Assistant, sixth edition provides comprehensive coverage of the civil litigation practice for paralegals. This thoroughly revised text covers the litigation process from the pre-suit investigation to the appeal. The text provides detailed information on how to assist the attorney at each phase as well as why each step is important to the client's success. Important topics such as litigation principles, lawyer and client relationship and ethics, gathering evidence, depositions, preparation for a civil trial, structure of a civil trial, judgments, appeals, and more are discussed in detail. A case study feature appears throughout the book and provides valuable opportunities for students to learn the practical, real-life application of the concepts presented. The book also provides samples of the documents a litigation paralegal will most often be required to prepare. From the complaint and answer, to responses, to written discovery, to simple motions, this resource provides samples that a paralegal can readily adapt to real situations. Other special features of the text include chapter summaries that provide a quick overview of each topic, but with sufficient detail to really help the reader to understand the "big picture"of each chapter; and highlighted key terminology unique to litigation. A complete resource for the paralegal student, this book will also serve as a reference legal assistants can keep in their library for years to come.

Fundamentals of Litigation for Paralegals is an established, highly successful text that provides paralegals with a comprehensive overview of the entire litigation process. The sixth edition has been completely updated to reflect the December 2007 changes to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and also includes expanded treatment of mediation and the use of computers as tools in the litigation process. Distinctive features of this outstanding text: offers a complete understanding of the litigation process from the time the client walks into the office through trial and post-judgment, including settlements and alternative forms of resolutions balanced approach that does not oversimplify the litigation process but also does not cover so many rules and procedures that the learning process is thwarted clear, flexible organization allows the instructor to easily decide which areas to cover in the course pedagogical aids throughout the text make the material accessible to students. These include bold-face terms defined in the glossary; numerous examples, charts, checklists, and sample documents; chapter overviews and summaries; and review questions. a detailed appendix of an entire case file provides a reference for each of the areas discussed in the text, from the filing of a complaint through settlement and appeal the accompanying workbook on CD reinforces the concepts learned in the book. In addition to review questions, the workbook has case scenarios for the student to use in completing assignments for the course and for use by the instructor as case studies in class. Forms are included to give the student practice filling out the forms. Instructor s Manual provides answers to the questions posed in the workbook and book, as well as test questions for each chapter with answers and explanations New to the Sixth Edition: text completely updated to reflect the changes to Federal Rules of Civil Procedure enacted on December 1, 2007 new information on search tools on the Internet and the use of computers in the litigation process additional resources at the end of each chapter have been updated and revised section on ADR has been expanded to include additional information on mediation Fundamentals of Litigation for Paralegals has been an effective favorite of both students and instructors through five editions. The sixth edition continues to provide cutting-edge information in an extremely accessible format.

When lawyers represent a client, they have a legal obligation to act professionally, responsibly, and ethically. Unfortunately, all too many lawyers do not live up to these standards. If you have been victimized by your attorney, How&When to Sue Your Lawyer is here to help. The book begins by explaining the American Bar Association’s categories of malpractice—substantive, administrative, client relations, and intentional wrongs. It next details the “model rules” of professional responsibilities established by both national and state bars, and then discusses the all-important differences between guidelines and actual laws set by legal precedent. Finally, if you feel that you have lost a case because of your counsel’s mismanagement, or if you have been taken advantage of financially or sexually by your attorney, this book explains the necessary steps you must take to establish a solid case, from developing the facts and gathering the hard evidence to proving the allegation.