When defining a legal issue to be researched, your first task is to:
a. Learn as much as you can about the law on the topic
b. Examine the facts closely to determine the nature of the legal issue
c. Decide what type of law you need to search for
d. Write out the legal issue so it is clear in your mind
Q. 2Paralegal Cynthia has been assigned a research project involving the adoption laws in Michigan, Iowa, and Wisconsin. What is the first step that Cynthia should take in her research project?
a. Research relevant primary sources
b. Define the issue(s) to be researched
c. Determine the goal of the project
d. Consult relevant secondary sources
Q. 3Which of the following are preliminary steps in researching case law?
a. Defining the issue
b. Background research
c. Client interviews
d. Defining the issue and background research
e. Background research and client interviews
Q. 4Which of the following must be considered when defining research issues?
a. Parties
b. Places and things
c. Basis of action or issue
d. Defenses
e. All of these choices are correct
Q. 5Describe collaborative law.
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Q. 6Describe some of the providers of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services.
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Q. 7Describe the mediation process. Who may be a mediator? Describe some of the benefits of the nonadversarial nature of mediation.
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Q. 8Describe how the Internet is affecting personal jurisdiction. How are courts addressing the issue in the U.S. and internationally?
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