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The verdict is in: this is the must-have resource for aspiring paralegals everywhere!Looking for a new, lucrative, and rewarding career in the legal field? Have you considered becoming a paralegal? In Paralegal Career For Dummies, you'll find everything you need to know about how to begin an exciting new chapter in your professional journey. This hands-on guide walks you choosing what type of law firm you should work in, becoming certified, and networking with others in the field. It's also full of the legal concepts and procedures you need to understand to succeed in this area, including legal drafting, research, interviews, and more. Plus, go online for a treasure trove of complimentary online resources such as forms, templates, and examples of legal memos, summons letters, and special verdict forms. You'll also find: Ways to use AI to assist in preparing legal documents, emails, and case summariesUp-to-date info about common software programs used to manage clients, do legal research, and track deadlinesStrategies for creating digital trial notebooksUpdated information regarding paralegal associations and their certification examsGrowing at the brisk pace of almost 40,000 new positions every single year, the paralegal field always needs bright, motivated, and effective applicants. Become one of them with Paralegal Career For Dummies! Read more

Becoming a ParalegalUnlock the path to a successful paralegal career with this detailed and accessible guide, designed for both newcomers and those looking to advance their expertise. This comprehensive resource thoroughly examines the paralegal profession, providing practical knowledge about the essential roles and responsibilities that make paralegals vital to the legal system.The book explores the changing dynamics of paralegal employment, offering readers a clear picture of the qualifications, certifications, and skills needed to thrive. Whether you're just starting out or aiming to climb higher in the paralegal field, this guide provides actionable advice on selecting a specialization, pursuing relevant education, and mastering the critical skills necessary for success.Listeners are guided through the job market, from crafting strong cover letters to excelling in interviews. This book equips you with the tools needed to secure and negotiate favorable job offers. Once you're on the job, it offers strategies for building a solid foundation, managing your responsibilities, and fostering effective relationships with attorneys and colleagues.Focused on continuous career growth, the book highlights the importance of keeping up with developments in the legal field and provides strategies for ongoing professional development. It also includes a detailed list of legal terms and abbreviations, serving as a valuable reference.Whether you are at the beginning of your journey or looking to move forward in your paralegal career, this book provides the guidance you need to succeed. It’s ideal for students, working professionals, and anyone interested in a fulfilling career in the legal arena. Read more

NEW 2025 EDITION of the best-selling notary prep guide to the challenging Louisiana exam. The Louisiana Notary Exam averages a 20% pass rate. The Notary Exam has an official Study Guide you use during the exam. But the Study Guide has no index, no big picture, no study strategies, no exam-day tips, not enough cross-references . . . and few of the forms notaries use that they test. It's notoriously hard to follow. It doesn't explain most-tested subjects, past exams, or recent changes. It's got the law and notary rules, but it's missing essentials for any such textbook.The Sidepiece has all that and much more that anyone contemplating the exam should read. It even includes crucial information about notary practice for the newbie notary, and is useful to experienced notaries for its expanded cross-references, complete index, and summary lists. Basically it's the rest of the official Study Guide they somehow omitted. Why would they leave out the index, of all things? Reminder: a 20% pass rate.Previous editions of this resource earned nearly 300 5-star ratings and comments that it's "essential" and "invaluable" to passing the exam, whether or not you take a prep class too. Read the reviews to get the scope, coverage, and necessity of adding this book into your study program. "The author's tips on what to expect on test day were worth the cost of the book alone. Get. This. Book."As a senior law teacher and member of two state bars, Prof. Childress still needed to pass the Louisiana Notary Exam to practice as one. It's a challenging exam for everyone, yet he found in the 'Study Guide' lots of trees but little forest--and even less real guidance. Determined that current test-takers can do better with more real help, he wrote this book and geared the page numbers including an index, cross-references, lists, and illustrated explanation of successions, community property, and authentic acts to the latest edition of the state's official text, Fundamentals of Louisiana Notarial Law and Practice.An affordable addition to the Sherpa Series from Quid Pro Books, this book actually pays for itself and more with its 'one weird trick' saying how to save $65 in fees in the notary qualification process.Steven Alan Childress is a professor of law at Tulane, since 1988, and also co-teaches the university's notary law class. He earned a JD from Harvard and a PhD from Berkeley. He clerked in Shreveport for the federal court and practiced law in California. He is a practicing Louisiana notary public and a registered notary educator. Alan is author of the legal treatise Federal Standards of Review (5th ed. 2024), edited three volumes on legal ethics, and co-wrote Louisiana Notary and Legal Forms with Explanations, as well as a detailed workbook of Sample Questions for the state notary exam. Read more

Buy a new version of this textbook and receive access to the Connected eBook on Casebook Connect, including lifetime access to the online ebook with highlight, annotation, and search capabilities. Access also includes an outline tool and other helpful resources. Connected eBooks provide what you need most to be successful in your law school classes. In Immigration Law and Practice, authors Gansallo and Bernstein-Baker share with students and practitioners their extensive knowledge and practical experience to ensure just results in immigration cases. Immigration law is constantly in flux. Immigration Law and Practice, Third Edition offers a thorough, accessible, and practical approach to understand and apply U.S. laws and regulations to help protect refugees, bring needed workers to the U.S., prevent separation of and reunite families, and provide relief to foreign nationals facing removal proceedings. Attuned to the sensitivity and responsibility necessary to ensure just results in high-stakes immigration cases, the authors, who have a combined 35-plus years of front-line experience, provide readers with in-depth information and highlight readers recent changes and ongoing litigation where applicable. In addition, the book offers a section on enforcement in both the non-and employment-based contexts, providing avenues for discussions on matters of policy. They generously and freely offer their knowledge and insights into the complex legal issues faced by immigration clients, followed up by proposing strategies for the professionals seeking to help them. Professors, students, and legal practitioners new to the practice of immigration law will benefit from: Compact, accessible coverage of complex fluctuating U.S. immigration law and regulations, including: Nonimmigrant visas, including B-1/B-2, F-1. H-1Bs, and visas for investment and trade. Immigration options for humanitarian immigrants such as asylum seekers, refugees, survivors of domestic violence protected by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), SIJ, U, and T visa applicants. Lawful permanent resident applications based on family relationships, employment, and investment, including adjustment of status, Permanent Labor Certification Program (PERM), and consular processing. Grounds of inadmissibility, deportation, and explanation of immigration court removal processes, including waivers and relief from removal. Naturalization and citizenship eligibility. Balanced coverage of statutory and procedural rules with practical insights to aid in problem-solving. Numerous cases for discussion, with responses on the companion website available to instructors. Frequent vivid examples and cases from real life to assist readers in translating legal rules and theory into practice. Tools for student success, including learning objectives, marginal notes on key terms, and many documents and illustrations from actual practice. A chapter on managing the immigration practice, including performing case assessment and interviewing. Website updates to keep students and faculty current with the latest changes in this fast-moving subject area. Read more

Proven effective in the classroom, The Study of Law: A Critical Thinking Approach, now in its Fifth Edition, brings real-world perspective to understanding basic legal concepts and the mechanics of the American legal system. The authors’ acclaimed critical thinking approach actively engages students in the process of legal reading, analysis, and critical thinking. The text offers a thorough introduction to core topics and concepts, including sources and classifications of law, the structure of the court system, civil litigation and its alternatives, analyzing and interpreting the law, and substantive law.New to the Fifth Edition: Streamlined with the student in mind. For example, an enhanced explanation of how to brief a case in Chapter 1 (Introduction to the Study of Law), and a clearer discussion of executive orders and memoranda in Chapter 2 (Functions and Sources of Law).Chapter 5 on Civil Litigation and Its Alternatives is edited to focus on the key topics.Updated throughout, including: Chapter 6 (Constitutional Law): Packingham v. North Carolina regardingFirst Amendment rights as they relate to the internet; Masterpiece Cakeshop Ltd. v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission, addressing the balancing act between giving states the right to legislate for the general public good and the individual right to express religious beliefs; American Legion v. American Humanist Association with examples of how the Supreme Court applies the Lemon test; and an enhanced discussion of the internet and the U.S. Constitution.Chapter 7 (Torts): Contemporary torts related to the #MeToo movement, cyberbullying, and cybertorts.Chapter 9 (Property and Estate Law): Matal v. Tam and expanded discussion of cases related to the Lanham Act.Chapter 10 (Laws Affecting Business): New coverage of public benefit corporations and the Family Medical Leave Act.Chapter 11 (Family Law): expanded discussion of Obergefell v. Hodges; Terrell v. Torres; and new discussion of DNA testing and its impacts on family law.Chapter 12 (Criminal Law): Commonwealth v. CarterChapter 13 (Criminal Procedure): Mitchell v. Wisconsin regarding blood testing without a warrant; Carpenter v. U.S. regarding use of cell-site locations without a search warrantNew co-author, Marisa Campbell, brings her extensive teaching experience to the book.Professors and students will benefit from:Critical thinking approach introduces students to the study of law, encouraging them to interact with the materials through hypothetical scenarios and exercises, realistic examples, discussion questions and legal reasoning exercises.Strong pedagogy reinforces well-written text presented in an accessible and well-organized format.Edited cases in every chapter teach students how to read and analyze the law.Thorough introduction to substantive law, with chapters on torts, contracts, property and estate law, business law, family law, and criminal law and procedure, and professional responsibility and ethics. Read more

Learn to work with all of the important features of common law contracts as well as Article 2 of the Uniform Commercial Code with Tepper's THE LAW OF CONTRACTS AND THE UNIFORM COMMERCIAL CODE, 4E. This understandable approach reduces contract law to its basic components with examples that build upon one another. Updated, real cases demonstrate how to apply concepts, while a unique fact pattern in each chapter highlights how contracts and concepts impact daily lives, often with unusual results. Clear learning objectives, chapter summaries and reviews, and a running glossary help you fully grasp this complex area of law. This edition offers a unique emphasis on contract situations that may be familiar to you from the internet and social media. Intriguing examples and updated exercises reinforce the practical application of contracts not found in most legal texts. Optional MindTap digital resources are also available to further strengthen your understanding. Read more

Your career as a top-notch paralegal starts hereThe demand for paralegal professionals is exploding, and Paralegal Career For Dummies, 2nd Edition explains the skills and requirements needed to pursue this rewarding career. Inside, you’ll discover the ins and outs of paralegal skills, from preparing documents and performing legal research to obtaining certification, job hunting, and understanding legal concepts.Use this hands-on guide to help in your career considerations, bolster your paralegal training, or as an everyday on-the-job reference. Paralegal Career For Dummies will be your trusty assistant through all phases of your life as a paralegal, taking you forward with tips on networking and joining professional organizations that will enhance your career.Discover the job skills required for success as a paralegalLearn important legal concepts you’ll need on the jobAccess forms, templates, and examples on the companion websiteDevelop strategies to manage time and advance your careerComplete with a companion website containing a wealth of valuable information, this book covers everything you need to become a top-notch paralegal. Read more

In June 2023 we made our popular Paralegal Practice course available to the general public as a three volume set of books at extremely affordable pricing. With these books you can enter into the high-paying legal field as a truly competent and professional paralegal, often with more knowledge under your belt than some first year lawyers! Welcome to class. This three volume book set is the equivalent of a two year college course, and is by no means just an orientation or a set of guidelines. Our trainees have taken positions with law offices with more practical knowledge and capabilities than first year lawyers, and we’ve received letters from law firms to that effect. This course is in fact used by colleges and universities, for which tuition ranging from $2,000 to $20,000 are charged, and we’ve simply distilled all course material into these easy-to-use self-teaching volumes.You can acquire them one at a time, or as a set.Let’s get right to your questions.How much money do paralegal/legal assistants make? Here’s a summary breakdown from the latest Department of Labor statistics:Federal government $69,680Finance and insurance $64,740Local government, excluding education and hospitals $58,300State government, excluding education and hospitals $49,350General legal services $48,270Are these skills in demand? More than ever, and not by just law firms, but by every business, industry and tech sector in the US which requires at least some in-house legal expertise.What will I learn? This is a comprehensive course, with all the complexities you might expect when it comes to US Law. Don't let that intimidate you, if in fact it does. It covers the fundaments of law, the specialties, the reasoning, pleadings, citations, services, and the most fun of all, the cases. In addition, students of the course have easily passed NALA Certification.It expands your knowledge in a comfortable and step-by-step way, utilizing a hands-on research-based system innovated by the author. Have a look inside at the Table of Contents to see just how extensive the curriculum really is.When you complete it, you'll be in possession of more knowledge than you can believe, and you'll be well-prepared for any career covered by the scope of this course: paralegal, legal clerk, legal secretary, legal transcriptionist, etc.Study parameters. You can study at home in your spare time and at your pace, and if you dedicated 6-10 hours per week to study, you’d be through it in a matter of weeks, and it is a self-assessment system, meaning you take quizzes and grade them yourself, all from within the books.Another beauty of this system is that you can also just pick from it what you might need to learn to add to your knowledgebase in any career capacity that requires some background in law. And you might be surprised at how valuable an employee or contractor can be when they have practical legal knowledge under their belt.Your new career as a paralegal is here and at your fingertips. If this is your next step, you can’t go wrong with our Career Shift Paralegal Practice books.For decades, our goal is to help you succeed. Now it’s up to you. Get going! For, as the author likes to say, tempus fugit (time flies). Read more

Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (2025 Edition) with the full Advisory Committee Notes, selected statutes (venue and jurisdiction of federal district courts, along with removal from state courts), and all official forms for civil suits in federal district courts. Read more

A concise and comprehensive edition of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and related selected statutes for quick reference. Updated through January 1, 2024. Perfect for your briefcase or desk and a great format for the attorney or law school student who simply needs to refer to the rules. Supplement for all casebooks.Contents:Federal Rules of Civil ProcedureTitle I. Scope of rules; form of actionTitle II. Commencing an action; service of process, pleadings, motions, and ordersTitle III. Pleadings and motionsTitle IV. PartiesTitle V. Disclosures and discoveryTitle VI. TrialsTitle VII. JudgmentTitle VIII. Provisional and final remediesTitle IX. Special proceedingsTitle X. District courts and clerks: conducting business; issuing ordersTitle XI. General provisionsTitle XII. Appendix of forms (abrogated)Title XIII. Supplemental Rules for Admiralty or Maritime Claims and Asset Forfeiture ActionsStatutory Supplement28 USC Chapter 85—District Courts; Jurisdiction28 USC Chapter 87—District Courts; Venue28 USC Chapter 91—District Courts; Removal of Cases from State Courts Read more

Master Legal English for Lawyers: English Writing, Grammar & Punctuation for Law. Includes Expert Legal Documents & TemplatesThis book contains key grammar and language guidelines to help you significantly improve your legal communication and avoid issues.Since English is the language used by many lawyers worldwide, this book aims to help those whose first language is not English and native English speakers who would just like to improve their professional communication skills.We are not focusing on specialized legal vocabulary here, but instead, we are homing in on the language structures that tend to cause the most issues in real-world scenarios.We will also focus on practicing and perfecting the basic building blocks of clear, professional communication within a legal context to gain the confidence you deserve.You will learn how to write clear, direct, and well-polished sentences so that you make a good impression in writing from the start.About This Legal English BookYour writing is often the first and last impression you will leave in a professional interaction. While mastering it can open doors and make your path to success smoother, ignoring it can close doors and ruin potential opportunities for you. Your writing is too important to mess up when discussing legal and business matters. In the legal world, different levels of communication take place, each one requiring different styles and approaches. For example, drafting contracts does not require the same approach as writing an email or an opinion. This book will help you not only write more professionally by understanding the nuts and bolts of English within legal contexts, but it will also help you decide when and how to use each tool."Know your context as well as your audience." Like everything in life, not all writing is created equal. The same piece of writing can be a game-changing asset or a major liability, depending on when, where, and how we deploy it. We must always pay attention to context.When you approach a piece of writing in a legal setting, the first thing to do is to decide exactly what you want from the exchange and what the context is. This is particularly important because you don't have the benefit of body language or facial expressions when you write. People also tend to forget verbal exchanges more readily, but the written word is powerful."The pen is "mightier than the sword…" - Edward Bulwer-Lytton and people will judge you based on how you use your pen.Master Legal English for Lawyers: English Writing, Grammar & Punctuation for Law, provides a structured framework under which lawyers, law students, and other law professionals can significantly improve their knowledge of English to become more confident and effective writers.You will be taken through the language structures that tend to create the most problems in the real-world and encouraged to review them through highly targeted grammar exercises, which focus on developing, not only your grammar skills, but also your competence and confidence in international legal communication.The last section of this book, contains access to a large selection of legal templates to guide you through drafting contracts, letters, affidavits and many other documents. It will be an invaluable resource for your studies and career in the legal arena. Read more

Buy a new version of this textbook and receive access to the Connected eBook with Study Center on Casebook Connect, including lifetime access to the online ebook with highlight, annotation, and search capabilities. Access also includes practice questions, an outline tool, and other helpful resources. Connected eBooks provide what you need most to be successful in your law school classes. From client intake to bringing an appeal, Civil Law and Litigation for Paralegals focuses on the role of the paralegal at every stage of a civil case. Neal R. Bevans’ accessible writing style describes the American legal system and provides incisive analysis of common civil law cases—including divorce, car accidents, and medical malpractice. Hands-on exercises and practice pointers create ample opportunities for students to develop essential career skills. With a balanced approach, Bevans covers all the key topics paralegals need to know in an easy-to-read and engaging style that utilizes numerous examples and illustrations but never overwhelms the student. Professors and students will benefit from: • A clear introduction to the fundamentals of civil litigation. • Real-world examples and practice-based exercises. • Hypothetical questions and other scenarios to illustrate the points under discussion in each chapter. • Strong chapter pedagogy includes: o Chapter Objectives that facilitate comprehension and review. o Practice Pointers and Search Suggestions. o Tech Topics exploring the latest technological innovations that affect the everyday lives of attorneys and paralegals in civil practice. • An exploration of an important ethical questions relevant to the day-to-day practice of law in each chapter. • End-of-chapter questions, activities, and assignments to enrich learning. New to the Fourth Edition: • Integrates the latest technological advancements, particularly AI and e-discovery, highlighting their profound impact on civil law practices. • New cases that exemplify what paralegals see in practice as well as updated case excerpts that illustrate recent trends in civil practice. • Updated web resources for further research. • Checklists derived from the chapter materials that focus on the day-to-day practical aspects of civil litigation. Read more

Buy a new version of this textbook and receive access to the Connected eBook on CasebookConnect, including: lifetime access to the online ebook with highlight, annotation, and search capabilities, plus an outline tool and other helpful resources. Connected eBooks provide what you need most to be successful in your law school classes. With her user-friendly and practical guide, Employment Law: A Guide to Hiring, Managing, and Firing for Employers and Employees, Lori Rassas gives a comprehensive awareness of the legal issues that may arise throughout the employer-employee relationship.Employment Law: A Guide to Hiring, Managing, and Firing for Employers and Employees, Fifth Edition by Lori B. Rassas is a practical text for undergraduate, paralegal, and graduate-level employment law courses, including those offered in human resources and business school programs. This unique book handles each area of the law and its practical application from the perspective of both employers and employees. The balanced approach is organized to track the employer-employee relationship focusing on hiring, managing, and firing practices. The end-of-chapter questions test key concepts and present hypothetical situations that test students’ ability to master and apply concepts and promote the development of critical thinking and analytical skills. New to the Fifth Edition: recruiting strategies designed to balance the interests of employers to comply with anti-discrimination laws and achieve their diversity and inclusion goals expanded discussion of hair discrimination greater coverage of sex discrimination based on gender identity, transgender status, and sexual orientation explanation of legislative efforts designed to address broader pay equity issues among and between different protected classes expanded coverage of the National Labor Relations Act and its impact on the rights of employers to regulate workplace conduct analysis of legal developments that materialized during the pandemic and have widespread applicability as they continue to evolve: updated guidance on medical inquiries, remote working arrangements, reasonable accommodations, and vaccine policies Professors and students will benefit from: Chronologically-organized, clear, and concise explanations of complex legal concepts that track the employer–employee relationship. Enforcement guidance and workplace posters from the agencies that enforce the laws that regulate the employment relationship Practical information that that guides students to frame legally compliant interview questions References to the most significant legal cases and some lesser-known cases that represent common themes. The injection of real-life memorable scenarios and humor to increase the attention of students and help them retain the knowledge related to key concepts. Key terms defined when first introduced; outrageous but true “Check-It-Out” situations with employment implications; objective and analytical end-of-chapter questions; and a comprehensive glossary and index. Read more

A handy pocket version of the Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure (5.5" x 8.5"), as amended through January 1, 2021. A Perfect quick reference for your desk or briefcase, for both attorneys and law school students. Supplement for all casebooks. Contents:Title I. Applicability of RulesTitle II. Appeal from a Judgment or Order of a District CourtTitle III. Appeals from the United States Tax CourtTitle IV. Review or Enforcement of an Order of an Administrative Agency, Board, Commission, or OfficerTitle VI. Habeas Corpus; Proceedings In Forma PauperisTitle VII. General ProvisionsAppendix: Length Limits Stated in the Federal Rules of Appellate ProcedureAppendix of Forms Read more

Equipping you with a solid grasp of the ethical rules that apply in the legal setting, Kauffman/Rybicki's LEGAL ETHICS, 4th edition, is a user-friendly guide to the most important aspects of professional responsibility facing students and new graduates today. Important case law and critical concepts are presented within the context of how legal ethics can impact your role in the legal field. The text is packed with real-world examples of lawyer and non-lawyer instances of misconduct, current and classic case law, discussions of famous (and infamous) people and up-to-date stats on the paralegal job market and compensation. Access to Justice features illustrate how the legal field is moving toward an inclusive approach, while Communication is Key features offer tips for communicating effectively across a variety of platforms. Read more

A beautiful Paralegal gift under 10.00!This extra special notebook (or journal) is the perfect way to express your gratitude to the best Paralegal ever! With 120 pages of lined paper, this motivational and inspirational notebook makes a memorable (and useful) gift idea for both, a male or a female Paralegal.With a beautiful quote printed on the full-color matte SOFT cover, it will help remind any Paralegal that their hard work is appreciated. On the first page of the journal is a beautiful "To the best Paralegal in the world" lettering with some space for a personal message. And with 6x9 inches (or 15 x 22cm) this notebook has the perfect size to tuck into a purse, keep on a desk or as a cherished bedside companion. Give a Paralegal a gift they'll remember!What makes this notebook so special?Beautiful "To the best Paralegal in the world" message on the first pagePractical 6x9 inches format (approx. 15 x 22cm) Matt cover with vibrant colors really sets the scene for the design and seduces with its soft touch and feelSoft dotted lines are perfect for people who love to writeBetterPeople Notebooks for paralegals are perfect for:Paralegal gifts for men and womenBirthday, Christmas, Secret Santa presents for a ParalegalAppreciation gift idea for your favorite ParalegalRetirement Gifts for friends & colleaguesAs a diary to write down ideas, sketches or law strategiesAnd many, many, more.... Read more

TORTS: PERSONAL INJURY LITIGATION, 5th EDITION, is a comprehensive guide to the law of torts. This fifth edition extends the discussion of paralegal roles within tort litigation and examines the ethics of attorney solicitation. A comprehensive checklist, which includes definitions, defenses, relationships, paralegal roles and research references, is provided for each tort presented. This checklist provides readers with an overview of information and serves as an on-the-job refresher. Over forty pertinent case studies are included, allowing readers to examine important court opinions. Among the controversial issues discussed in these court opinions are AIDS, the Oklahoma bombing, computer torts, assistance to the homeless, billion dollar verdicts and settlements, biomedical research and the alleged tort committed by President Clinton that became part of his historic impeachment and Senate trial. Read more

Buy a new version of this textbook and receive access to the Connected eBook with Study Center on Casebook Connect, including lifetime access to the online ebook with highlight, annotation, and search capabilities. Access also includes practice questions, an outline tool, and other helpful resources. Connected eBooks provide what you need most to be successful in your law school classes. Insightful and clear, Basic Real Estate and Property Law for Paralegals by Jeffrey Helewitz skillfully combines theory and practice in the study of Real Estate and Property Law. This approachable textbook is a basic introduction to real estate law that lays out the foundations of the law in a readable, helpful format. A thorough yet manageable introduction with examples that clarify the paralegal’s role, Basic Real Estate and Property Law for Paralegals covers estates in land and future interests; titles; land use; conveyancing; closing procedures; condos, co-ops, and commercial property; and landlord-tenant law. In addition, the book concludes with a chapter that applies the principles of real estate title to personal property and explains the differences. New to the Seventh Edition: The impact of the Covid pandemic on: compromise agreements authorized by the bankruptcy court evictions based on nonpayment of rent caused by financial hardship due to the virus landlord-tenant law New cases and issues provide fresh perspectives on: The partitioning of realty owned by multiple persons The Rule Against Perpetuities The effect of waste on property value The unauthorized practice of law associated with real estate closings Professors and students will benefit from: Helpful chapter pedagogy, including key terms, practical tips, ethical points, and chapter summaries, reinforces the discussions in the book. Edited cases in each chapter give students practice reading and analyzing case decisions. Legal forms in each chapter provide examples and practice documents on a topic-by-topic basis. Clear examples help students understand the material. Final chapter on personal property introduces students to essential concepts of tangible and intangible property. Extensive practice and review features with end-of-chapter review points, exercises, activities, and analytical situational analyses. Read more

Buy a new version of this textbook and receive access to the Connected eBook with Study Center on Casebook Connect, including lifetime access to the online ebook with highlight, annotation, and search capabilities. Access also includes practice questions, an outline tool, and other helpful resources. Connected eBooks provide what you need most to be successful in your law school classes. Comprehensive and practical in nature, the Third Edition of Basic Civil Litigation is designed to provide paralegal students with a thorough explanation of the fundamentals of civil litigation. A student-friendly tone discusses all key topics relevant to the practicing paralegal. The text retains the features that have earned it widespread success: a thorough explanation of the basics of litigation. The author uses a light, conversational tone to cover all key topics necessary to paralegal practice well-structured and covers all the topics typically included in the basic course, without being overwhelming or intimidating many illustrations and forms provide realistic examples of litigation practice points out practical, common-sense considerations for paralegals. Boxes interspersed throughout the text highlight and explain particularly troublesome concepts two sample cases are followed throughout the book, providing coherent examples for students to refer to throughout the course Freshly revised to incorporate great new and updated material: incorporates all changes made to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure through December, 2006 presents expanded discussions on many topics, including computerized litigation, electronic information and the use of the Internet to assist in fact-gathering, discovery, and trial expands coverage of Ethics well-structured and covers all the topics typically included in the basic course, without being overwhelming or intimidating. Read more