Paralegal Careers / Edition 1

by Angela Schneeman

Overview

Written with the insight of a former paralegal, this easy-to-read book provides in-depth information on the paralegal profession. It includes types of employers, discussions of paralegal specialties where significant growth is expected, current salaries and benefits, and information on finding a paralegal position. Interviews with working paralegals, practical paralegal tips, and internet references and resources make this book an excellent reference.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780766809505
Publisher:	Cengage Learning
Publication date:	03/02/2000
Series:	Paralegal Series
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	352
Product dimensions:	8.46(w) x 9.32(h) x 0.73(d)

About the Author

Angela Schneeman is a writer, research specialist, and freelance paralegal. She has worked for law firms, corporate legal departments, and a major accounting firm. The author of five paralegal textbooks, Ms. Schneeman received her Legal Assistant Certificate and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business and Legal Studies from the University of Minnesota.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: The Paralegal Profession. Chapter 2: Paralegal Employers. Chapter 3: Paralegal Specialities. Chapter 4: Paralegal Salaries and Benefits. Chapter 5: Paralegal Associations. Chapter 6: Paralegal Regulation. Chapter 7: Skills and Personal Traits of Successful Paralegals. Chapter 8: Your Job Search. Appendix A: State Adopted Definitions of the Terms Paralegal and Legal Assistant. Appendix B: How to Choose a Paralegal Program. Appendix C: Directory of Paralegal Associations. Appendix D: NALA's Model Standards and Guidelines for Utilization of Legal Assistants. Appendix E: National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc. Model Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility and Guidelines for Enforcement. Appendix F: Sample Resumes. Appendix G: Sample Cover Letters. Glossary. Index.