Synopses & Reviews
The rules, regulations, and responsibilities guiding the ethical behavior of paralegal professionals are discussed in this valuable reference. Material focuses on practical, relevant issues facing paralegals in the 90's. You get extensive coverage of malpractice insurance, limited licensing, conflict of interest, confidentiality and more. And Statsky covers both the NALA codes and guidelines and the NFPA Affirmation of Responsibility.
About the Author
William Statsky is a member of both the ethics committee and the advisory council for the National Federation of Paralegal Associations, as well as an instructor of online courses at Thomas Edison State College in Trenton, New Jersey. He is the author of numerous groundbreaking legal textbooks for paralegals and was a member of the transition team for then President-Elect Ronald Reagan. Mr. Statsky holds a master of law degree (LL.M) in urban affairs, as well as a juris doctorate degree (J.D.).
Table of Contents
The Regulation of Paralegals. Attorney Ethics and Paralegal Ethics Post Script. REVIEW. APPENDICES: State and Local Bar Associations. Bar Associations and Court Opinions on Paralegals. Survey of Nonlawyer Practice Before Federal Administrative Agencies. Paralegal Associations and Related Organizations. Paralegal Associations (National). Paralegal Associations (State) GLOSSARY.