Family Law for the Paralegal

by Wilson, Mary E.

• ISBN13: 9780131593688
• ISBN10: 0131593684
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-10-08
• Publisher: Prentice Hall

Summary

This contemporary book reflects the emerging trends in American family patterns. With a focus on workplace preparation, itrs"s written so that readers understand not only substantive family law, but also the role a paralegal plays in a family law practice. Each chapter includes a wealth of cases, exhibits, and practical applications as well as end-of-chapter assignments that are hands-on and practice-based, with special attention to ethical considerations. Well researched and documented throughout, the book incorporates current issues in marriage and the family, addresses how emerging technology impacts the practice of law, and includes more multi-state references than many competing books.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Premarital Agreements

Marriage

Annulment

Nonmarital Families

Divorce Process

Discovery and Financial Statements

Child Custody

Child Support

Spousal Support

Property Division

Separation Agreements

Parenthood

Adoption

Family Violence

Paralegal and Legal Assistant Associations

Organizations and Resources

National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc.: Model Code of Ethics and Professional responsibility and Guidelines for Enforcement

Websites of General Interest

Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA)

Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA)

Table of Contents

Glossary

Index

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