Family Law and Practice: The Paralegal's Guide (2nd Edition) [Paperback]

Grace A. Luppino (Author), Justine FitzGerald Miller (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0132381990 | ISBN-13: 978-0132381994 | Publication Date: April 2, 2007 | Edition: 2

This book is set apart by its balance between the theoretical underpinnings of family law and the processes and procedures that govern daily practice. Covering a wide range of topics, it discusses issues such as: same-sex marriage, domestic partnerships, covenant marriage, premarital agreements, parenting plans, reproductive technologies and custody battles, alternative dispute resolution and adoption.  A priority is placed on the coverage of the procedural aspects of the divorce process and post-judgment matters. Filled with practical advice, it is easy to use and designed to prepare the new paralegal  for the realities of family law practice.  Addresses the need for a concise book that shows paralegals how to respond successfully to the numerous demands in a family law practice.  Examines areas of family practice that represent a majority of a family practitioner's workload.  National examples, including common law.  Sample family forms are referenced throughoutand provide examples of the types of documents prepared in family law and practice.  Shows how to draft typical family related pleadings such as, complaints, motions, orders, and agreements. New Paralegals.

Editorial Reviews

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"Writing style is breezy and easy to read...students will like the style of writing. Instructors will appreciate the extensive coverage of ethical issues. The frequent reference to the specific role of the paralegal in the process is very useful." — Robert Goldfarb, J.D.

"The author of this work knows Family Law and presents it well ...nice balance achieved between the theoretical and the practical ...the student is given meaningful examples and explanations for the provisions ...highly useful after class as a reference manual..." — Robert D. Loomis, J.D.

" The features I would stress are vocabulary terms, exercises for students and the fact that the book is very comprehensive in covering all topics pertinent to family law." — Elaine S. Brown, J.D.

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From the Back Cover

This comprehensive text covers Family Law topics that are strong, basic requirements for understanding the law.

• It includes topics missing from other texts, such as History, Ethics, Alimony, Client Interviews, Pleadings, and Pendente Lite.
• Sections on Office Procedures are a part of every chapter.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 672 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 2 edition (April 2, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0132381990
• ISBN-13: 978-0132381994
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.8 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #96,986 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #13 in Books > Law > Family & Health Law > Domestic Relations

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Students and People Interested in the Law, May 26, 2001

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Pam (Connecticut) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Family Law and Practice: The Paralegal's Guide (Hardcover)

This is a wonderful book for both students and people interested in family law. It covers everything from the history of family law to current events, such as Roseanne and Tom Arnold's marriage. The cases are more like soap operas than the dry cases one usually associates with law. These cases will inspire great conversation in the classroom and will hold the students' interest from start to finish.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Valuable resource!, April 8, 2003

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Rebekah Sue Harris (West Haven, CT USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Family Law and Practice: The Paralegal's Guide (Hardcover)

As a student who wants to work for agencies to prevent crime on the internet, I wasn't sure how much "Family Law and Practice: The Paralegal's Guide" was going to do for me. It turned out to be an incredible resource, not only of how the system works, but also of the workings of families in suboptimal conditions.

I could have done without the "Figures," which were mostly illustrations and seldom court forms; but on the whole, the book was well-written and obviously well-researched.

This book seems to portray very realistically family breakdown AND how the attorney and paralegal fit in. If "Family Law and Practice: The Paralegal's Guide" isn't a part of every business school's paralegal program, it should be. I got a LOT out of the course, and might not have if it hadn't been for the wonderful text.

5.0 out of 5 stars Family Law, October 2, 2011

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Anne - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Family Law and Practice: The Paralegal's Guide (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

This was supposedly a used book but one could never tell,for it was in almost mint condition,thank you!!!Would I order again,yes!!!