April 2019
Beginner
384 pages
10h 25m
English
Content preview from Paralegal Career For Dummies, 2nd Edition
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Part 2
Important Legal Concepts Every Paralegal Should Know
IN THIS PART …
Harken back to your high school U.S. History course to review the American system of checks and balances, the hierarchy of U.S. judicial systems, and the concept of the jury system.
Discern the similarities and differences between the practice of administrative, criminal, and civil law.
Walk through the steps of taking criminal and civil courses through the litigation process.
Follow the proper system of legal procedure and know the rules regarding securing and preserving evidence.
Distinguish between primary and secondary legal authority as you build a client’s case built on statutes and prior case law.
Explore specific areas of law and find out what roles paralegal play in each.